University Events

University Events is responsible for planning and executing all events hosted or sponsored by the president of the University, including Founders Week, held every October. We also consult with all constituencies of the University to plan events large and small.

In addition, use of the Bess and Frank Gladhill Board Room in the Health and Human Services Library is managed by the office of special events. Request use of the Board Room.

What we do

University Events provides event and protocol expertise to the campus community and collaborates with the schools and business units to implement major campus events. The office is responsible for developing, scheduling and planning all major campus events hosted or sponsored by the President, including Commencement, a series of five Founders Week events, and other special programs and activities to promote and benefit the University and greater community.

Services

  • Campuswide Event Management
  • Commencement
  • Development Events
  • Founders Week
  • Meeting Space Management
  • Special Event Expertise and Guidance
  • UMBF and Government Affairs
  • University Business Outreach

Upcoming Events

Commencement
The University-wide commencement ceremony at 1st Mariner Arena will take place on May 18, 2012 at 2 p.m. For more information regarding commencement please visit http://www.umaryland.edu/commencement

Founders Week
The annual Founders Week celebration will take place the week of October 22, 2012. Check back for more details!