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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The Personal is Political: How Identity and Politics Collide

Dinner, conversation, connection, and building a better worl

Location

University Center : 312

Date & Time

October 5, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Description

Join us for a dialogue and community building on October 5, 2026, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in University Center 312, where we will explore the relationship between social identity and political...
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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...
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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.