Events

All Center for Democracy and Civic Life programs and extended learning experiences are open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University’s nondiscrimination policy.

Use the calendar below to learn more about our upcoming events.

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Democracy in the Making

Create art. Share stories. Meet new friends.

Location

University Center : 312

Date & Time

August 31, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Description

On Monday, August 31, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. in University Center 312, UMBC’s Center for Democracy and Civic Life is hosting Democracy in the Making, a community art event where we’ll reflect on the...
A teal-and-gold gradient with imagery of paint splotches, a paint brush, a pencil, star-shaped sequins, and a birds-eye-view illustration of people holding hands.

UMBC Student Empowerment Tour

Honoring student legacies on UMBC's 60th Anniversary

Location

On Campus

Date & Time

September 14, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Description

On September 19, 1966, UMBC opened its doors to its first class of students. Join the Center for Democracy and Civic Life for a special 60th anniversary tour of campus to learn the stories of UMBC...
A digital illustration of The Commons at UMBC, rendered in muted colors with black and gold flags strung across lampposts along the walkway.

STRiVE 2027

A transformative UMBC retreat for undergraduate students

Location

Off Campus

Date

January 11, 2027 – Jan 15, 2027 (All Day Event)

Description

UMBC's STRiVE program has inspired hundreds of undergraduate students since 2009. Now it's your turn. Spend five days building community and developing skills while exploring leadership for public...
The words "STRiVE: Leadership for Public Purpose" in white text, surrounded by a gold rectangle with a gold UMBC paw and the UMBC logo above it.

ASB 2027

Location

Off Campus

Date

March 15, 2027 – Mar 19, 2027 (All Day Event)

Description

Alternative Spring Break (ASB) is a five-day immersive learning experience for UMBC undergraduate and graduate students to explore the systemic and human dimensions of complex social issues in...
UMBC Alternative Spring Break (ASB) logo on a gold background. The letters "ASB" are in black, bold text beneath a white line drawing of the Baltimore skyline. To the right of the letters and the skyline drawing is the UMBC logo in black with the words "Alternative Spring Break" underneath in black bold text.