UMGC Alumni Association Events

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

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• Mastering the Art of Salary Negotiation
  Wednesday, April 9 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Successful salary negotiation is based on preparation, planning, and strategy. In this webinar you will learn tips on researching salary, common mistakes jobseekers make when negotiating compensation, and negotiating at your current job.
• Stacking Credentials and Gaining Experience as a Cyber Ready Clinic Resident Intern
  Wednesday, April 16 | Noon Eastern Time | Online
  Have you ever felt you didn't fully understand a course reading or lecture about information technology or cybersecurity? Do you want to ensure you are ready to start or advance in an Information Technology or Cybersecurity Career? Have you or someone you know had difficulty landing their first IT/cyber job? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you will not want to miss this webinar.
• Advocate for Yourself in the Job Search & Workplace
  Wednesday, April 16 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Did you know that there are resources available to jobseekers and workers with disabilities? Join us to learn more about the available resources, strategies and tips that can help you be more effective.
• 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. 
• 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 Global Give 2025 – Volunteer Day
  Wednesday, April 9 | 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Eastern Time | Locations in MD and VA
  In recognition of National Volunteer Month, join University of Maryland Global Campus and Junior Achievement for UMGC Global Give 2025 – Volunteer Day to inspire and guide local community students with financial literacy education at innovative Finance Parks!
• Our Power, Our Planet
  Tuesday, April 22 | Noon Eastern Time | Online
  Join the UMGC community for an engaging presentation on renewable energy and how it may affect you. Brandy Espinola, climate and sustainability program director at the UMD Environmental Finance Center, will break down key topics, including Maryland’s renewable energy policies, community and homeowner solar options, and ways to reduce energy costs through efficiency and incentive programs. 
• Advocacy Workshop: Navigating the Path to Effective Change ​​​​​​​
  Thursday, April 24 | 12–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  This interactive workshop will equip participants with the tools to become effective advocates for change. It will cover advocacy fundamentals, including identifying key policymakers, staying engaged in elections, teaching how to craft and deliver compelling stories to influence decision-makers, and being an advocate through volunteerism.
• Uncommon Nature: The Abstractions of Freddie Styles Opening Reception and Artist Talk  
  Sunday, April 27 | 3–5 p.m. Eastern Time | College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
  Explore the art of nationally acclaimed artist Freddie Styles. The works in this exhibition explore the artist’s life and experiences on paper and canvas and serve as a testament to his perseverance, exploration, and dedication.
• 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.