Hosted by the Office of Community and Civic Engagement, UMB’s fourth annual Juneteenth Jubilee on June 12, 2025, was a fun and family-friendly event that featured music, giveaways, food, and activities for all ages.
Community and Civic Engagement OCCE
The Office of Community and Civic Engagement serves as UMB’s liaison to communities across the state of Maryland on behalf of the Office of the President. Focusing on communities in West Baltimore that border the UMB campus, OCCE develops and nurtures Universitywide partnerships with external stakeholders, including K-12 public schools, community organizations, nonprofits, and local businesses. We assist UMB’s professional schools with coordinating community engagement initiatives. Additionally, OCCE coordinates faculty, staff, and student volunteer and service-learning initiatives to respond to needs identified by community partners.
FLASHBACK: UMB Community Engagement Center
In 2020, UMB announced the opening of the new Community Engagement Center at 16 S. Poppleton Street.
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Free Dental Clinic Treats Dozens at Shady Grove
April 27, 2026
The University of Maryland School of Dentistry’s spring Mission of Mercy clinic at the Rockville (Md.) campus provided much-needed services to those who lack access to or finances for dental care.
Carnegie Classifications Affirm Community Engagement, Research as Core to UMB’s Mission
March 18, 2026
Working alongside communities is fundamental to UMB and a commitment that is now recognized nationally through the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification.
Campaign Helps Marylanders Pay Millions Less in Tax
February 2, 2026
The CASH Campaign of Maryland partners with UMB to provide free tax preparation and bring tax money back to local communities.
