Homecoming 2026 Spirit Week kicks off Monday, September 28! Join your University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) community and show off your school pride as we show the world how UMGC spans the globe and beyond. This year's theme, “Celebrating Vision, Honoring Impact,” invites you to honor our shared legacy, celebrate the impact of every journey, and look ahead to a future that expands opportunities, inspires innovation, and empowers generations to come.
Keep reading for more information about this exciting week of celebration and connection, and chances to receive a UMGC Homecoming 2026 Swag Pack!
Join the Fun for a Chance to Receive UMGC Swag
Participating in Homecoming Spirit Week is not only a chance to connect with your UMGC community but also an opportunity to win some fantastic UMGC swag. When you participate each day using the hashtag #HomecomingUMGC, you could be one of three randomly selected recipients of a UMGC Homecoming 2026 Swag Pack. Entries will be cumulative throughout the week, so the more you participate, the higher your chances of being selected!
Homecoming 2026 Spirit Week Themes
September 28: Monday - Dream Big. Keep Going.
Homecoming 2026 Spirit Week kicks off with "Dream Big. Keep Going." because every great achievement begins with a vision. Whether you're currently taking classes, recently completed a course, or reminiscing about your time at UMGC, your story continues to unfold. In the spirit of #HomecomingUMGC, share what vision you're working toward next!
September 29: Tuesday - Honoring Those Who Made an Impact
"Honoring Those Who Made an Impact" is all about recognizing the people who helped shape your journey. Behind every success story is someone who believed in us before we believed in ourselves. Today, we're celebrating the family, friends, faculty, staff, classmates, mentors, and supporters who helped guide our path. Tag someone who made a lasting impact on your journey and tell them why they matter.
September 30: Wednesday - Wisdom Wednesday
The best education doesn't end at graduation. Every journey brings lessons worth sharing, and "Wisdom Wednesday" is your chance to reflect on one of your own. Using #HomecomingUMGC, share one personal or professional lesson you've learned this year. Let's celebrate the wisdom we've gained and inspire one another as we continue to grow!
October 1: Thursday - Throwback Thursday
Some things change, but others become traditions that last forever. "Throwback Thursday" is your chance to celebrate the memories and milestones that have shaped your UMGC journey. Using #HomecomingUMGC, post photos that celebrate your favorite UMGC milestones over the years. Bonus if you include photos of you attending a past #HomecomingUMGC celebration or another UMGC event!
October 2: Friday - Vision in Action
Let's wrap up Homecoming 2026 Spirit Week with "Vision in Action!" Every act of service, position of responsibility, and career milestone reflect the strength of our university community. Today, we're celebrating the meaningful influence UMGC community members create through classrooms, their professions, and communities around the world. Tell us one way you've made an impact—big or small—since becoming part of the UMGC family!
Building Connections Around the World
Homecoming 2026 Spirit Week at UMGC is a time to connect with students, alumni, staff, faculty, and friends as we celebrate the achievements, resilience, and shared experiences that define our community. Homecoming 2026 embodies the spirit of Celebrating Vision, Honoring Impact, reminding us that while every journey is unique, we are united by connection, courage, and belonging as we honor our legacy and look ahead to the future. Follow the UMGC social media channels below to connect and participate in Spirit Week 2026.
UMGC Social Media Channels
Before Spirit Week kicks off, be sure you're following one or all of the UMGC social media channels below to participate.
So, get ready to embark on a journey during Homecoming 2026 Spirit Week as we come together to honor our shared legacy, celebrate the impact of every journey, and look ahead to a future filled with opportunity, innovation, and possibility. Together, we'll recognize the vision that has shaped our community and the lasting impact that continues to inspire generations to come.
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