University of Maryland Black Alumni (UMBA)

University of Maryland Black Alumni (UMBA) UMBA’s mission is support and advance students, alumni and faculty of UMCP who affiliate themselves with the black or African-American community.

University of Maryland Black Alumni (UMBA), formerly the Black Alumni Network, represents the interests of nearly 17,000 black alumni of the University of Maryland, College Park. We are committed to the academic and professional development, advocacy, recognition and support of the black students, faculty and alumni of our alma mater.

THE UMD DIVINE 9,  BFSA, & UMBA SPONSORS invite you to attend the WELCOME BACK TO CAMPUS SOCIALCome fellowship with fell...
09/24/2025

THE UMD DIVINE 9,  BFSA, & UMBA SPONSORS invite you to attend the

WELCOME BACK TO CAMPUS SOCIAL
Come fellowship with fellow UMD faculty, staff, and alums as we also celebrate the retirement of Dr. Ronald Ziegler, Director of the Nyumburu Cultural Center

Date | Time: Thursday, September 25, 2026 I 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Where: The Maryland Club, nestled within the Xfinity Center on the 2nd floor
https://themarylandclub.com/
 
Join us for an evening of reconnection, networking, and celebration. This event is not just a social gathering, but an opportunity to strengthen bonds, foster collaboration, and explore the wealth of opportunities available at The Maryland Club! 🐢❤️🖤 Your presence at this event is highly anticipated and greatly valued! 

🥗 Light hors d’oeuvres & Drink specials
🏢 Guided tour of the Club facilities
💬 Open networking session
📑 Membership information
🎶 Music
🍷 Wine tasting by Kyle Burke, Sonoma Valley Oaked Chardonnay - https://www.nakedwines.com/wines/kyle-burke-sonoma-valley-oaked-chardonnay-2022

Please RSVP for the event at this link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKoHD266Btny5j3SvNYMvFIzbGTcXwI7Ji3CAgz7dUgtOcLg/viewform?usp=dialog

Save the Date: The Maryland Gospel Choir is celebrating their 50th Anniversary on Saturday, October 18 at 7PM! ⛪️🔔🕊️Loca...
09/23/2025

Save the Date: The Maryland Gospel Choir is celebrating their 50th Anniversary on Saturday, October 18 at 7PM! ⛪️🔔🕊️

Location: The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

For more information, please email: marylandgospelchoir@gmail.com

Mark your calendars for latest event added to the UMD BLACK ALUMNI HOMECOMING EXPERIENCE 🐢🖤❤️💛🥳 Join UMBA on Sunday, No...
09/23/2025

Mark your calendars for latest event added to the UMD BLACK ALUMNI HOMECOMING EXPERIENCE 🐢🖤❤️💛🥳

Join UMBA on Sunday, November 2nd from 11AM - 3PM for Sunday Brunch! Enjoy bottomless mimosas, great brunch options, a live DJ and NFL Sunday game watch!! 🍳🥞🏈🥂

📍The Union Bar + Grill
3950 Garden City Drive
Hyattsville, MD 20785

Scan QR code on the flyer ir visit: https://go.SimpleTix.com/ag72w to purchase your tickets

Come fellowship with fellow UMD faculty, staff, and alums as we also celebrate the retirement of Dr. Ronald Ziegler, Dir...
09/17/2025

Come fellowship with fellow UMD faculty, staff, and alums as we also celebrate the retirement of Dr. Ronald Ziegler, Director of the Nyumburu Cultural Center. 📚✏️🖇️📋

This event is not just a social gathering, but an opportunity to strengthen bonds, foster collaboration, and explore the wealth of opportunities available at The Maryland Club.

Register: https://tinyurl.com/y5xk4ys3

📍The Maryland Club
8500 Paint Branch Drive
College Park, MD 20742

Join the Brothers of the UMD Chapter, Theta Theta of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated as they celebrate their 50...
09/17/2025

Join the Brothers of the UMD Chapter, Theta Theta of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated as they celebrate their 50th anniversary!! UMBA is excited to co-sponsor this event during their weeklong celebration.🥳

Celebrate with the chapter by joining their Kappa Hour - happy hour on Friday, September 26, 2025 from 6-10PM

📍The Hotel at College Park
7777 Baltimore Ave
College Park, MD 20740

09/09/2025

Do you have an upcoming event for your UMD alumni affiliated organization that you would like for UMBA to share? 🐢🖤❤️💛Submit the alumni event to the request form: https://shorturl.at/yLFTv or scan the QR code on the flyer! Alumni

Join SSLC and UMBA for Gift of Giving Gala (G3): The Botanical Garden 🌷🪻✨🪩 We’re looking forward to the whimsical experi...
04/12/2025

Join SSLC and UMBA for Gift of Giving Gala (G3): The Botanical Garden 🌷🪻✨🪩 We’re looking forward to the whimsical experience filled with lively music, networking and gift giving! Purchase a ticket today to enjoy a three course meal, cash bar, live performances and celebration! 🥳

Location: Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center

Time: 7PM

Ticket: $25 for students $65 for Alumni & Non-Students

Link to Tickets: https://shorturl.at/PtgUq

Join SSLC and UMBAfor Gift of Giving Gala (G3): The Botanical Garden 🌷🪻✨🪩 We’re looking forward to the whimsical experie...
04/04/2025

Join SSLC and UMBAfor Gift of Giving Gala (G3): The Botanical Garden 🌷🪻✨🪩 We’re looking forward to the whimsical experience filled with lively music, networking and gift giving! Purchase a ticket today to enjoy a three course meal, cash bar, live performances and celebration! 🥳

Location: Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center

Time: 7PM

Ticket: $25 for students $65 for Alumni & Non-Students

Link to Tickets: https://shorturl.at/PtgUq

Join UMBA and SSLC for Gift of Giving Gala (G3): The Botanical Garden 🌷🪻✨🪩 We’re looking forward to the whimsical experi...
04/01/2025

Join UMBA and SSLC for Gift of Giving Gala (G3): The Botanical Garden 🌷🪻✨🪩 We’re looking forward to the whimsical experience filled with lively music, networking and gift giving! Purchase a ticket today to enjoy a three course meal, cash bar, live performances and celebration! 🥳

Location: Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center

Time: 7PM

Ticket: $25 for students $65 for Alumni & Non-Students

Link to Tickets: https://shorturl.at/PtgUq

Black Terps! Participate in Month by joining UMBA for a light exercise and a discussion about health and wellness. Thi...
03/22/2025

Black Terps! Participate in Month by joining UMBA for a light exercise and a discussion about health and wellness. This event will be led by Latonia Ford, MBA, BSN, RN who is also a personal trainer. 🐢🏋🏾🧘🏾‍♀️💛

Link to Register: https://lnkd.in/eJiz-hkC

Date: Saturday, April 12th

Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Location: McKeldin Mall

UMBA is seeking nominations for the Gift of Giving Gala (G3) for the Alumni Awards! There are three awards for alumni: L...
03/17/2025

UMBA is seeking nominations for the Gift of Giving Gala (G3) for the Alumni Awards! There are three awards for alumni: Legacy Award, Trailblazer Award, and Young Alumni. Please use the link below or scan the QR to submit your nominations by Friday, March 21st 🏆🖤✨

Link to Nomination Form: rb.gy/z0gebx

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