UMBC-Shady Grove

08/25/2026

Happy first week back, Retrievers! 🐾💛

Whether you’re starting a new semester, reconnecting with friends, or finding your way around campus again, we’re so glad you’re here. Here’s to a great semester! ✨

08/17/2026

The workplace is changing—and so are the skills today’s consultants need.

UMBC’s Organizational Consulting certificate helps professionals build practical skills in client communication, project management, change management, strategic planning, and more.

Learn how you can prepare for the changing world of work.

I-O Psychology link is in Bio!

07/30/2026

Summer Survival Kit: Student Edition 🌴

📚 Optional
💧 Required
☀️ Recommended
😎 Strongly encouraged

Stay cool, stay safe, and make the most of your summer break!

07/24/2026

☀️ Mid-summer check-in, Retrievers!

Summer looks a little different for everyone, and that's okay. Whether you're taking classes, building your resume, exploring a new hobby, or enjoying some well-earned downtime, every experience is helping you grow.

Tell us how your summer is going by dropping an emoji in the comments:
☀️ Learning something new
📚 Taking summer classes
💼 Working or interning
🌴 Relaxing and recharging
🎯 Getting ready for the fall semester

We can't wait to see what you've been up to! 💛🖤

07/21/2026

07/17/2026

Shouting out Garvey Chu! As a first-generation mechanical engineering student at UMBC Shady Grove, Garvey’s college journey has been all about innovation, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

From building automated sortation machines to prepping for a career in the automotive or aerospace industries, Garvey is a Retriever on the move.

Read his story at: https://umbc.edu/stories

07/14/2026

📖✨ Study smarter this summer!

Whether you're taking summer classes or preparing for the semester ahead, building strong study habits now can make a big difference later.

Success isn't about doing everything at once—it's about making consistent progress, one step at a time.

What's your favorite study tip or productivity hack? Share it in the comments! 💛🖤

07/08/2026

🌞 Your summer. Your pace.

Whether you're taking classes, working toward your degree, gaining career experience, traveling, or taking time to recharge, every step you take this summer is an investment in your future.

We know success looks different for everyone. Keep moving forward in the way that works best for you—we'll be cheering you on every step of the way. 💛🖤

How are you spending your summer? Share with us in the comments! ⬇️

07/06/2026

What are you doing this summer that your future self will appreciate?

Maybe it's a class. Maybe it's an internship. Maybe it's simply learning something new.

Summer can be a great time to focus on goals that are hard to make time for during the rest of the year.

What are you working on this summer? We'd love to hear about it in the comments.

07/03/2026

Have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

UMBC will be closed tomorrow, July 3, for the long holiday weekend! Have fun and be safe, Retrievers!