Congratulations on your acceptance and welcome to UMBC. 

As Vice President for Student Affairs, I am proud to work with the staff and students who deliver the many programs and activities designed to enhance your experience outside of the classroom while supporting your academic work. Your experiences at UMBC will be enhanced by your level of motivation and engagement both inside and outside of the classroom. 

The diversity of our student organizations, all supported by the Student Government Association, reflects the many varied interests of our students and contributes to an exciting campus life. Students at UMBC are involved in everything from cultural and academic clubs, service organizations and political groups to social fraternities and sororities, arts groups, dance clubs and martial arts.

In addition to student organizations, don’t forget to look into our exciting athletics programs. The UMBC Retrievers compete in the NCAA Division I America East Conference, which brings a high level of athletic competition and school spirit to the campus. The Department of Athletics is also home to our popular intramurals and club sports programs and offers a number of physical education classes from skiing and tennis to basketball and scuba diving. 

These are just a sampling of the many great and varied activities, organizations, and opportunities that await you at UMBC. I encourage you to take full advantage to become engaged with your UMBC; these are the things that will make your educational experience exceptional. Again, congratulations on your acceptance. I look forward to seeing you this year.

Sincerely,

Dr. Nancy Young, Ph. D. 

Vice President for Student Affairs