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University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Welcome to our community of inquiring minds. Proud home of #RetrieverNation. RTs + likes ≠ endorsements.

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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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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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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 https://t.co/8B6POzgubd.

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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 https://t.co/yCxAJNY3il. #UMBCgrad

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Mary Ellen Mark: Ward 81, an exhibition on display through May 22 at our Library Gallery, is featured in today's Banner! https://t.co/TH4YGLkJYC @UMBC

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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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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: https://t.co/MXXKrfyufy

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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

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Wishing best of luck to our own DJ Armstrong, Jr. as he travels to Chicago this weekend for the 2026 AWS NBA G League Combine! #RetrieverNation

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The UMBC career of Rileigh Mansfield ’26, mathematics, has been a masterclass in combining high-level theory with real-world impact. #UMBCgrad https://t.co/AF3hu66I42

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May the Fourth be with you, Retrievers! #StarWarsDay #MayThe4th

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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.
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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.

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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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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

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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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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! https://t.co/EokecZ4ncw

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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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As we get approach decision day, we asked Nicholas to share a little bit more about why he thinks UMBC would be a great fit for any new Retriever!