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Summer Reflections

Questions to Think About at the End of the Semester

“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” – Maya Angelou   And just like that the spring semester has come and gone...

Posted: May 18, 2022, 8:58 AM

Use Social Media to Make Mindful Online Connections

Social media is most likely part of your daily routine and can be a great way to stay connected with friends and family. But how can you also use social media to maximize your own college...

Posted: April 7, 2022, 1:21 PM

Developing Financial Savviness

Why it's Important and What you can do NOW to start!

We get it: the financial struggle is REAL at times! Taking out student loans, paying bills, managing expenses, and saving money require strategic planning and decision making. Developing financial...

Posted: March 1, 2022, 1:08 PM

Don't Just Follow the Leader, BE a Leader

An exciting aspect of college is the opportunity to take on a leadership role in activities/programs/initiatives that you love. By doing so, you will make a difference in the UMBC community, forge...

Posted: February 10, 2022, 8:32 AM

Overcoming a College Slump

Strategies & resources for a challenging season

You often hear talk of the sophomore slump- a time where students can experience heightened uncertainty and lower motivation, in addition to second guessing choices they have made in their first...

Posted: November 4, 2021, 9:59 AM

How to Choose Your Major

Perspective from an OAPA Peer Advisor

Written by Irene Thomas, UMBC '21 College is a time for self-discovery and personal growth. Part of that self-discovery comes from deciding what you see yourself doing in the future, which isn't...

Posted: October 4, 2021, 9:48 PM

Welcome Back to Campus!

Tips for returning to our in-person campus community

Welcome back Retrievers! We are excited to have our campus community connecting again in-person. Whether it is your first time joining us, or it’s been a long awaited return, it’s expected that...

Posted: September 9, 2021, 10:59 AM

Take Your Social Network to the Next Level!

Making Professional Connections

You may have plenty of Instagram, Tik Tok and/or Snapchat friends, but are you connected with professionals within your career field of interest? Networking and developing relationships with...

Posted: March 9, 2021, 1:41 PM

Beyond Academic Knowledge

Work on Transferable Skills!

The skills you’ll acquire throughout your academic life offer more to your future career than you might realize! As a student, you develop technical skills related to your major. Engaging in a...

Posted: February 22, 2021, 10:53 AM

Winter To-Do List

10 Ways to Recharge for Spring 2021!

It’s finally here – Winter Break! You worked hard this semester and it doesn’t go unrecognized. Now is the time to get some well-deserved rest and re-charge before the spring semester begins....

Posted: December 2, 2020, 5:11 PM