University of Maryland Annual Fall Events

It is back to school time, and everyone is ready to get back on campus.  Do you know what events University of Maryland is having this year?  We have a list below of many of the main fall events including the annual All-Niter!

New Student Welcome
Days before classes begin, Fall Semester
Part of New Resident Orientation, this is Maryland's version of a new student convocation. Over 4,000 new students gather in Comcast Center and are officially welcomed to the University. This event features short speeches by President Loh, the SGA President, a representative from the Alumni Association, and an athletic coach, as well as being introduced to the victory song with the Mighty Sound of Maryland Marching Band.

All Niter
Last Friday of September
Stamp's biggest party! Activities start in the afternoon and continue until almost 4am! Previous activities have included Bingo, caricature and airbrush artists, movies in the Hoff, fashion shows, carnival games, aerial artists, and dance party. Student organizations and departments are encouraged to register and sponsor various events and performances throughout the night. thestamp.umd.edu/allniter.

Homecoming
usually mid-October
The Homecoming Celebration at the University of Maryland is a week-long schedule of events that culminates in the Homecoming Parade on Friday and the Homecoming Football Game on Saturday. Homecoming Week Events are conceptualized and planned primarily by the Student Homecoming Committee. homecoming.umd.edu.

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Ongoing Events and Programs

Stamp Friday Showcase
Every Friday during the academic year, from 12pm-1pm, in the Baltimore Room or Nyumburu Amphitheater (in good weather)
A weekly talent showcase featuring performers and bands from the University of Maryland community. Held outside when the weather is nice in early fall in Nyumburu Amphiteather, however, as the weather becomes colder or in the case of inclement weather, the showcase is moved indoors into the Baltimore Room. For more information, or to inquire about performing, visit Stamp Friday Showcase.

Stamp Second Saturdays
Second Saturday of each month, after 7 pm, in the Stamp
A brand new initiative to the Stamp, this is a monthly series of FREE late night weekend events for students. Under the umbrella of Stamp Second Saturdays, each month, a different unit within Stamp will be the primary host. Second Saturdays.

Stamp Study Break
Around finals each semester
Refuel, recharge, and relax during Finals Week. Activities have included free 10-minute chair massages, free food, and new this year is more study space offered throughout the Stamp.

For more information please see The Stamp.