YOU’LL PLAY AS HARD AS YOU WORK .

Retriever Life 101

At UMBC, you’ll find students interested in everything from food, culture, and the arts to athletics, anime, faith, and more. You can join in on intellectual sports like mock trial—which defeated Yale in 2021 to win its first national championship. And, at a host of campus-wide events each year like Homecoming and Quadmania, you’ll enjoy festivals, parties, concerts, and comedy shows.

WELCOME TO #RETRIEVERNATION

Whether you want to join the team or just cheer them on, the Dawgs are here for you. Our teams have earned several America East championship titles in recent years, including in swimming/diving, basketball, and soccer. Our state-of-the-art Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena comes equipped with a practice gymnasium, strength and conditioning facilities and academic centers, and a sports medicine suite.

Time To Get Moving

Considering intramural sports or wanting to start a yoga practice? The recently renovated Retriever Activities Center includes fitness studios, weight training space, a cardio studio, workout classes, an aquatics center, and tennis courts. We also offer special events like 5Ks and glow dodgeball. Or you can get involved in intramural and club sports—even esport tournaments. Whatever your interest, we’ll keep you moving in your pursuit of an active and balanced life