UMGC Alumni Association Events

Register today to reserve your spot at an upcoming exclusive webinar, event, or volunteer activity.

Simply click on the event title and follow the steps. Enjoy! 

• Skill-up: A Roadmap to Enhancing Your Professional Toolkit ​​​​​​​
  Wednesday, May 14 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Landing an internship requires effort, patience, and persistence. A clear understanding of the process will help you maximize your efforts, shorten your search, and increase your chances for success. Join us to learn strategies for finding and landing an internship. 
• Managing Stress & Anxiety in the Job Search
  Wednesday, May 21 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  It is not uncommon to have some job search anxiety. In this webinar you will learn practical ways to reduce stress and anxiety while looking for a job. You will also be provided with resources to support you and shown the most effective steps on how to approach seeking new career opportunities. 
• New Horizons: Career Expo for Former Federal Sector Employees
  Monday, June 16 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Eastern Time | College Park Marriott Hotel and Conference Center
  Join us in-person for a Career Expo open to former federal sector employees. This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with local recruiters who understand and value your unique skills and abilities. Space is limited, so sign up today to reserve your timed entry. Registration is required and open only to former federal sector employees. 
• Prepare for the Virtual Recruiter Session
  Wednesday, June 18 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  During this interactive webinar for the Virtual Recruiter Session, Career Advising Specialists will help you develop (and practice) a professional virtual welcome to introduce yourself to recruiters, share insights on participating employers, and will be available to answer your questions.
• Drop-in Career Advising for the Virtual Recruiter Session
  Tuesday, June 24 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  First time attending a Virtual Recruiter Session?  Be sure to drop-in via Zoom to chat directly with a UMGC Career Advising Specialist to ask questions, practice your professional introduction/elevator pitch to share with employers, and more. 
• Virtual Recruiter Session 
  Friday, June 27 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Join us at the Virtual Recruiter Session for a chance to talk with recruitment managers from premier employers actively seeking UMGC students and alumni to fill a number of job openings and paid internships around the country. Positions available in communications, business management, cyber, information technology, human resources, finance, logistics, customer service, and more. Registration is required.

• UMGC Spring Grad Walk 2025 – Alumni Volunteers ​​​​​
  Friday, May 16 - Sunday, May 18 | 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time | In-Person
  Alumni volunteers are invited to celebrate and welcome the newest UMGC graduates! Sign up now to support Spring Grad Walk 2025 on May 15–18 at the College Park Marriott Hotel in Adelphi, Maryland. Volunteer times are available each day!
• Alumni Day at the Maryland Zoo
  Sunday, May 18 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Eastern Time | The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
  You and your family are invited to join us and the University System of Maryland for a wild day of fun. Come reconnect with your fellow UMGC alumni community, make memories with your friends and family, and enjoy a day at the zoo.
• Unpacking the Meaning Behind Memorial Day
  Wednesday, May 21 | 12–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  The discussion will focus on the history and significance of Memorial Day, its commercialization, and the experiences of fallen soldiers and their families.
• Fact vs. Fiction: Navigating Information in Divisive Times
  Thursday, May 22 | 7 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Don’t miss this interactive webinar to learn from experts on how to critically evaluate sources, fact-check information, navigate media bias, identify reliable sources, and engage in meaningful conversations with confidence.
• The History of Chinatowns in the United States
  Thursday, May 29 | 12–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Celebrate American history by joining the UMGC community for a fascinating conversation and moderated Q&A session with Grace Young, who is on a mission to save America's most iconic Chinese communities.
• Public Safety Spotlight at UMGC
  Thursday, May 29 | 6–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Public safety is rapidly changing, driven by new challenges, emerging threats, and technological advancements. Join this webinar to hear from experts and explore how UMGC prepares alumni and students to navigate this dynamic field. 
• The Integrated Power of Cyber, Cloud, AI, and Computer Science
  Tuesday, June 24 | 6–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, transforming how we protect data, solve problems, and drive innovation. Join this webinar to hear from panelists as they provide insights into the demands of today’s digital world.
• 4th Friday Vetworking
  Friday, June 27 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time | UMGC Dorsey Station, Elkridge
  A monthly event to provide an opportunity for current and prospective UMGC military-affiliated students and alumni to connect, share experiences, and build lasting relationships in a welcoming environment.