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.
Online
December 5, 2023,
2:30 pm
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4:00 pm
Come chat with UMBC community members about important issues that affect our lives. Real Talk creates opportunities for group reflection and discussion about personal experiences and what they...
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for Real Talk: What Have We Learned?
The Commons : 318
October 31, 2023,
4:00 pm
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5:00 pm
– Canceled
First Connect is a space for students new to college (i.e., in their first semester) to talk about their experiences, make friends, ask questions, and learn about opportunities to get involved in...
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for First Connect [Cancelled]
The Commons : 331
October 30, 2023,
12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
“Life maps” are simple illustrations of key events in our lives. They help us to reflect on the ways our values and aspirations are shaped by our life stories. In this program, you will create...
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for Story Circle: Mapping Our Lives
Online
October 17, 2023,
3:00 pm
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4:30 pm
Come chat with UMBC community members about important issues that affect our lives. Real Talk creates opportunities for group reflection and discussion about personal experiences and what they...
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for Real Talk: Our Devices and Our Lives
The Commons : 329
October 4, 2023,
1:00 pm
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2:30 pm
Are you unsure on how to get involved or where you belong on campus? Join Off-Campus Student Services and the Center for Democracy and Civic Life at Finding Your P.L.A.C.E. This will be an...
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for Finding Your P.L.A.C.E.
The Commons : 318
October 3, 2023,
4:00 pm
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5:00 pm
– Canceled
This meeting has been postponed. You can RSVP to participate in the next First Connect meeting on Tuesday, October 31 from 4 - 5 p.m. First Connect is a space for students new to college...
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for First Connect [Postponed]
University Center : 312
September 26, 2023,
5:30 pm
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7:30 pm
The Center for Democracy and Civic Life’s Dinner with Friends program brings UMBC students, faculty, staff, and alumni together for engaging, facilitated small-group conversations about issues...
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for Dinner with Friends
Online
September 22, 2023,
3:00 pm
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4:30 pm
Come chat with UMBC community members about important issues that affect our lives. Real Talk creates opportunities for group reflection and discussion about personal experiences and what they...
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for Real Talk: Fall 2023 Hopes
The Commons : 329
September 19, 2023,
1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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 57th anniversary tour of campus to learn the stories of UMBC...
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for UMBC Student Empowerment Tour