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Rebuilding Manhood

Connection and Belonging

Location

The Commons : 004

Date & Time

February 18, 2026, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Join us for Rebuilding Manhood!  Rebuilding Manhood is a weekly discussion group for self-identified men students, staff, faculty and allies! On Wednesday, February 18th, 2025, between...
Rebuilding manhood, Wednesdays, 12-1 pm in commons 004. All self-identified men students, staff, faculty, and allies are welcome to come! Image of cartoon style mascs.

Decoding the Literature: From Information Overload to Critical Synthesis

Decoding Grad School Series: Session 6

Location

University Center : 115

Date & Time

February 17, 2026, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Description

Stop drowning in PDFs and start reading with a purpose. This session introduces the Synthesis Matrix, a high-leverage framework that helps you move beyond summarizing individual papers to...
A central, open academic book serves as the foundation for a golden-yellow and black graphic titled "DECODING GRADUATE SCHOOL: THE COMPLETE SERIES." From the pages of the book, a stylized golden skyline of UMBC and a circuit-board pattern emerge, symbolizing growth and technical expertise. A large golden key with a magnifying glass as its handle is positioned vertically in the center, framing a puzzle-piece icon that represents the "decoding" of complex information. The entire design is set against a circular yellow backdrop with gear icons, emphasizing a structured and mechanical approach to academic success.

Spectrum: Queer Joy

A biweekly discussion group for trans + non-binary people

Location

The Commons : 004

Date & Time

February 17, 2026, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Description

*Temporary Day and Time Change* Join the Spectrum discussion group in the Women's, Gender, & Equity Center lounge for our first meeting of the semester. Everyone is welcome, whether this is...
A colorful thumbnail with pastel clouds and paint splashes in the background. The word "Spectrum" is written in large, decorative font.

We Believe You

A discussion group for survivors of gender-based harms

Location

The Commons : 004

Date & Time

February 17, 2026, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Description

We Believe You is a support group for survivors of gender-based harm, offering community-building, support, and healing through weekly topics. We will explore topics including: self-care,...

Celebrate Lunar New Year with The Mosaic Center and the Women's, Gender, and Equity Center!

Year of the Horse

Location

The Commons : 2B23

Date & Time

February 17, 2026, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Description

Also known as the Spring Festival (春节) / Chinese New Year (新年) in China, Tết in Vietnam, and Seollal (설날) in Korea, the Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the new year on the lunisolar calendar...
A red horse with flame carvings on its body with red East Asian paper lanterns in the corner. The text, "Lunar New Year 2026" in the middle of the graphic.

Celebrate Lunar New Year with The Women's, Gender, & Equity Center and The Mosaic!

Year of the Horse!

Location

The Commons : 004

Date

February 17, 2026 – Feb 20, 2026 (All Day Event)

Description

Also known as the Spring Festival (春节) / Chinese New Year (新年) in China, Tết in Vietnam, and Seollal (설날) in Korea, the Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the new year on the lunisolar calendar...