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Last Day of Classes!

Dear UMBC Community,

Happy Last Day of Classes! To our students: I wish you all the best on your final exams, papers, and projects—you are almost there, and I know you can finish strong. To our faculty and staff: Thank you for your dedication to our students and to your work across all departments and every corner of our campus.

To our entire campus community: Congratulations on all you have achieved during this semester and throughout the academic year. I know it has been challenging on many fronts; I hope you all take time to pause and reflect on what you have accomplished and the positive difference you have made for others.

I look forward to joining you in celebrating our graduating students at Spring Commencement next week!

Sincerely,

President Valerie Sheares Ashby

Posted: May 12, 2026, 2:19 PM