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What is the mission of the Women’s Center?

The Women’s Center at UMBC advances gender equity from an intersectional feminist perspective through co-curricular programming, support services, and advocacy for marginalized individuals and communities. We prioritize critical social justice as our community value, with a deliberate focus on women, gender, anti-racism, and feminism.

All are welcome as long as they respect women. Their experiences. Their stories. Their potential.

During the fall and spring semesters, the Women’s Center lounge is open Monday – Thursday from 9:30am – 5pm and closed on Fridays. Our space is open during these times for community members to spend time in our lounge, attend events, or meet with our staff. Staff are available for meetings and engagements outside of these hours by appointment.

Staff are also available to provide support and services virtually. We encourage campus community members seeking virtual services to contact us through email at womenscenter@umbc.edu or via phone at 410-455-2714. Staff will generally be most available between the hours of 10am-4pm. We appreciate your patience in our response to your email or returning your phone call.

Fall & Spring Semester Hours

Monday – Thursday: 9:30am – 5pm

Friday: Closed

Summer & Winter Hours: 

Tuesday – Thursday: 10am-3pm

Monday & Friday: Closed

Hours may vary during summer and winter breaks. Please call ahead to verify availability.

The Maxine Tracy Wellness Room is our lactation room, prayer/meditation, and wellness space. Community members can make reservations or come in to use the space as needed. If you need access to the lactation room when the Center is closed but The Commons is open, please be in touch with Women’s Center staff so we can accommodate you. Email us at womenscenter@umbc.edu or call us at 410-455-2714.

 

Please note: UMBC is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment for all students, staff, faculty, and visitors. If you have difficulties accessing any of the materials on our site, please contact us so that we can provide an alternative format and remedy any accessibility challenges.

 

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Take Back the Night 2019 Round-Up

This blog was originally written and posted on April 22, 2019 by sambam226. On April 18th 2019, the Women’s Center hosted the seventh annual Take Back the Night at UMBC. The night began with an...

Posted: April 7, 2023, 12:12 PM

What You Need To Need Know: TBTN & Why We March

Posted and Written on March 26, 2019 by sambam226 April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the Women's Center is hosting its 7th Take Back the Night on Thursday, April 13th. Over the years,...

Posted: April 6, 2023, 12:49 PM

What You Need To Need Know: TBTN & Its History

What You Need To Need Know: Take Back The Night & Its History Posted on March 30, 2017 by kaylasm1 April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the Women’s Center is hosting its 5th...

Posted: April 5, 2023, 12:25 PM