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Dr. Robert Deluty's Poetry Reading

Congratulations to Dr. Robert Deluty, the Associate Dean of the Graduate School, on publishing his 50th book, "On the Tightrope," in the field of poetry!  On February 10, 2016, a small...

Posted: February 10, 2016, 5:47 PM

CDC Travel Health Notices for Zika Virus

Affecting the Caribbean and Central & South America

CDC Media Statement (Jan. 26, 2016):   "CDC is working with other public health officials to monitor for ongoing Zika virus‎ transmission. Today, CDC added the following destinations to the Zika...

Posted: January 28, 2016, 10:59 AM

Free Webinars for Faculty & Staff from INOVA

Topics on Employee Well-Being

INOVA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has several upcoming webinars that focus on employee well-being.  Please click see the 2016 Inova Webinar Schedule for more information.  These are now "on...

Posted: January 23, 2016, 5:02 PM

Changes to the State Wellness Program

On January 19, 2016 the State of Maryland issued a press release regarding major changes to the State Wellness Program. As you may recall, the State Wellness Program was implemented in 2015 in an...

Posted: January 20, 2016, 4:07 PM

Access to Lactation Room between Dec 17th - Jan 22nd

During the winter break and term, the Women's Center will be operating under limited hours and the Center may be closed during times that UMBC community members need access to the lactation room....

Posted: December 8, 2015, 10:42 AM

Fellowships for Parental Leave for Graduate Assistants

In recognition of the challenges of balancing the demands of a graduate assistantship and parenting a new child, UMBC offers Fellowships for Parental Leave to improve the environment for new...

Posted: December 2, 2015, 1:19 PM

Fellowships for Parental Leave for Graduate Assistants

*NEW* Males & Females, Birth, Adoption, Foster Parenting

In recognition of the challenges of balancing the demands of a graduate assistantship and parenting a new child, UMBC offers Fellowships for Parental Leave to improve the environment for new...

Posted: December 2, 2015, 11:25 AM

Survey Related to Student Parents at UMBC

Share your experiences about being a student + parent @ UMBC

Hello! I'm helping some students on a class project where they are focusing on issues impacting student parents at UMBC. They've asked me to pass survey this along to students I know in hopes...

Posted: November 24, 2015, 5:50 PM

Flexible part-time schedule at UMBC's Y Preschool

Share your needs and concerns!

FYI! I received this email via the GWST list-serv and I'm helping spread the word! If you or someone you know at UMBC is needing a more flexible schedule at the Y Preschool on campus,...

Posted: November 20, 2015, 11:24 AM

Referrals Needed for a Pediatric Dermatologist

In Columbia/Ellicott City Area

Hi Fellow Moms and Parents! I'm looking for a pediatric dermatologist for my 12 year old daughter.  A doctor in the Columbia or Ellicott City area who has experience with or specializes in...

Posted: November 12, 2015, 5:00 PM