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Joined May 2009
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Jun 10
New UMBC research reveals how two different parts of the hippocampus—the brain’s memory center—team up in a key reward region to help mice, and likely humans, combine memories of places and contexts with the drive to pursue rewards. bit.ly/4okr9xv
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Jun 2
Peep this Eastern Bluebird auditioning to be our backup mascot. Thanks to the Omland Lab for capturing this in the course of your research!
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May 28
As we close another chapter in our UMBC history, let's take a look back at some of our favorite memories from spring semester. Here's to creating many more!
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May 27
Are you thinking about continuing your academic journey at UMBC? Take advantage of Free Graduate Application Week running today (May 27) to June 3. Use code Retriever2026 to get your application fee waived. Apply at umbc.edu/freeapp.
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May 21
Congratulations to all of this week's graduates! We're so proud of what you've accomplished and we can't wait to see what's to come. Read more about the Class of 2026 at umbc.edu/class-of-2026/. #UMBCgrad
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May 14
In this installment of UMBC Research in Real Time, Juan Sebastián Delgado, music, discusses how current and future music is shaped by lessons from the past.
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May 13
Sending a little peace and tranquility your way as you study for finals today, Retrievers. You got this!
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Explore Mexico City through photography and discover how art captures culture, identity, and resilience in a vibrant global city. 🇲🇽 Program dates: Jan. 8–19, 2027. Apply by Sept. 21! Learn more about the program and apply here: facultyled.umbc.edu
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May 12
Congratulations to all of this year's awardees and we look forward to celebrating you at tomorrow's Presidential Faculty and Staff Awards Ceremony! #UMBCproud bit.ly/4dDRVNr
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May 4
May the Fourth be with you, Retrievers! #StarWarsDay #MayThe4th
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May 1
Happy College Signing Day to all our new Retrievers! All day, we're celebrating YOU! Be sure to tag us in your posts & let us know why you chose to call UMBC home. Don't forget to check out our downloadable options to show off your UMBC pride. bit.ly/4mZX19S
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Apr 29
Mark your calendars! During the week of May 27, #UMBC is waiving the $50 application fee for graduate master’s and doctoral programs. Free Graduate Application Week is open to all domestic and international graduate degree seeking applicants. umbc.edu/admissions/graduate…
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Apr 28
The countdown to May 1 is on! Learn a little bit more about why Kayla chose UMBC and mark your calendar for Thursday, April 30, as she takes over Instagram to answer any and all questions you may have as a new Retriever!
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Apr 27
We're thrilled to announce this year's 2026 Commencement speakers! We look forward to hearing from Jonathon Heyward, Music Director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, and Holden Thorp, scientist and higher education leader. #UMBCgrad bit.ly/4cBh5fo

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Apr 21
Future Retrievers- It's almost time to make it official! May 1 is National College Decision Day. If you're ready to join Retriever Nation, we can't wait to welcome you home. Log in to myUMBC to claim your spot this fall. #UMBCretriever
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Apr 20
On April 22, more than 450 student presenters and their friends, mentors, and supporters will fill the Retriever Activities Center (RAC) for the 30th anniversary of the Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day. We hope to see you there! bit.ly/48eDQ6d
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Entrepreneurship is alive and well at @umbc! Great job to all the student teams, the mentors who supported them, and the staff at the Alex Brown Center for Entrepreneurship for putting on such a great event and the bwtech@UMBC team for all the support! It’s an honor to support the next generation of founders! ❤️
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