Event Calendar

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See our events that specifically count toward CIRTL certification here: CIRTL Spring 2026 Calendar

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Location

Biological Sciences : 120

Date & Time

March 4, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm

Description

Workshop Overview: This workshop covers the topic of ethical considerations and federal guidelines relevant to the use of human subjects in research. It ensures that researchers are knowledgeable...

View Event Details for RCR Microcredential Series Session 3: Human Subjects Research

Location

Information Technology/Engineering : 238

Date & Time

March 4, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Description

Date: March 4, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: ITE 238 (In-Person) Ready to turn your teaching ideas into a well executed class? Join us for a hands-on workshop focused on the...

View Event Details for How to Develop Your Lesson Plan Ͼ CIRTL event

Location

Online

Date & Time

March 2, 2026, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Description

How do you even start the process of writing a publication? What are impact factors and how do you decide if your data is impactful enough to be submitted to a particular publication or journal?...

View Event Details for Research & Publication Webinar: CAHSS Faculty Perspective

Location

Online

Date & Time

March 2, 2026, 1:00 pm – Mar 15, 2026 5:00 pm

Description

Postdocs and graduate students: Are you writing a manuscript or book chapter? A proposal or dissertation? Let's WRITE TOGETHER in this 2 week challenge and build a writing routine that we can...

View Event Details for Write@UMBC: A 14-Day Scholarly Virtual Writing Challenge- Registration closes February 22

Location

Information Technology/Engineering : 227

Date & Time

February 27, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Description

Join us for this week's session of the Effective Teaching for TAs & Postdocs workshop series! This session is about Active Learning. Hosted by Dr. Robin Cresiski and Dr. Jamie Gurganus, this...

View Event Details for Effective Teaching for TAs and Postdocs: Active Learning

Location

Biological Sciences : 120

Date & Time

February 25, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm

Description

Workshop Overview: This workshop covers the topic of ethical considerations and federal regulations relevant to the use of live vertebrate animal subjects in research. It ensures that researchers...

View Event Details for RCR Microcredential Series Session 2: Research with Animal Subjects

Location

University Center : 115

Date & Time

February 24, 2026, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Description

Graduate-level writing isn't just about reporting facts; it's about constructing a case. We'll deconstruct the anatomy of a scholarly argument, teaching you how to move from passive description 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.

View Event Details for Decoding the Argument: Writing for Graduate-Level Seminars

Location

Online

Date & Time

February 20, 2026, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Description

GEARS and AOK Library presents Writing Accountability Groups for Spring 2026! Want to turn your 'To-Do' list into a 'Done' list next Friday? Join us to learn more about WAGs and how we can help...

View Event Details for Writing Accountability Groups (WAGs) for Spring 2026 Virtual Info Session

Location

Online

Date & Time

February 19, 2026, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

From International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS): WEBINAR: Review the process to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT) and ask your questions! What is OPT? Optional Practical...

View Event Details for F-1 Visa Students: Optional Practical Training (OPT) Webinar

Location

Biological Sciences : 120

Date & Time

February 18, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm

Description

Workshop Overview: This workshop covers the topic of research misconduct and policies for handling such misconduct. It ensures that researchers are aware of what constitutes misconduct, including...

View Event Details for RCR Microcredential Series Session 1: Research Misconduct

Event Calendar

RCR Microcredential Series Session 3: Human Subjects Research

Responsible Conduct of Research

How to Develop Your Lesson Plan Ͼ CIRTL event

Attending this event counts towards your CIRTL certification

Research & Publication Webinar: CAHSS Faculty Perspective

Learn research tips from humanities and soc science faculty!

Write@UMBC: A 14-Day Scholarly Virtual Writing Challenge- Registration closes February 22

Register, join, progress with your peers- March 2-15 only!

Effective Teaching for TAs and Postdocs: Active Learning

TA Skills Series: earn certifications at the same time!

RCR Microcredential Series Session 2: Research with Animal Subjects

Responsible Conduct of Research

Decoding the Argument: Writing for Graduate-Level Seminars

Decoding Grad School Series: Session 7

Writing Accountability Groups (WAGs) for Spring 2026 Virtual Info Session

Turn 'I should be writing' into 'I just finished a chapter!

F-1 Visa Students: Optional Practical Training (OPT) Webinar

Work authorization program in your field of study

RCR Microcredential Series Session 1: Research Misconduct

Responsible Conduct of Research

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Responsible Conduct of Research

Attending this event counts towards your CIRTL certification

Learn research tips from humanities and soc science faculty!

Register, join, progress with your peers- March 2-15 only!

TA Skills Series: earn certifications at the same time!

Responsible Conduct of Research

Decoding Grad School Series: Session 7

Turn 'I should be writing' into 'I just finished a chapter!

Work authorization program in your field of study

Responsible Conduct of Research

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