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A woman celebrates graduation with a man and young child. After continuous setbacks since the late 1970s, the Daycare Center at UMBC finally opened in September 1993, making it easier for mothers with children to attend classes.

A UMBC Senate passed resolution during the 1970-1971 academic year stated: That the discipline of Afro-American Studies be establish[ed] by September 1971." Mazi Dr. E.N. Njaka was hired as coordinator of the program, with the same status as a…

The Education-Math Building was constructed in 1968, and the Social Science Building was constructed in 1973, as was Gym II. These buildings are now known as Mathematics & Psychology Building, Janet and Walter Sondheim Hall, and the Retriever…

Friday, October 15, 1976, was a quiet day on campus when a student photographer had the time to make some views of Gym I and the Quad.

Friday, October 15, 1976, was a quiet day on campus when a student photographer had the time to make some views of Gym I and the Quad.

Friday, October 15, 1976, was a quiet day on campus when a student photographer had the time to make some views of Gym I and the Quad.

Friday, October 15, 1976, was a quiet day on campus when a student photographer had the time to make some views of Gym I and the Quad.

The first Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day (URCAD) was held in 1997. The event showcases both original research and creative works by students, who have the opportunity to present through posters, oral presentations, performances,…

Even as the UC was opening, there was a clear need for additional space for student life at UMBC. Student needs seemed to outgrow the UC even before everyone had moved into the building, although it would be almost 20 years before the Commons opened…