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5 steps for success as a student in the natural sciences

Sep 12, 2024 • By Sarah Hansen, M.S. '15

Get tips for how to fuel your success in challenging STEM majors from faculty and staff in the College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences.

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Office Hours—President Sheares Ashby talks with a graduating senior about rootedness and change

Jun 17, 2026

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Business—not as usual

Jun 12, 2026

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UMBC opens a new chapter with inaugural BookFest

May 15, 2026

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Diving into a new sport

May 8, 2026

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Restorative practices at UMBC guide students to thrive through accountability

Apr 14, 2026

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Six April arts events not to be missed at UMBC

Apr 2, 2026

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A season of change for UMBC’s Class of 2025

Dec 22, 2025

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The streak continues—Connie Pierson celebrates 300 black and gold Fridays

Dec 15, 2025

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Office Hours—President Sheares Ashby and Petra Janka ’25 discuss student-led inclusive excellence

Dec 5, 2025

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Renaissance Retrievers

Dec 4, 2025

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Retrievers giving back: How we’re supporting one another in the season of gratitude

Nov 26, 2025

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Then & Now—Going on Tour

Nov 21, 2025

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