Events

Upcoming Belonging & Community Events

PlaceHack: one challenge, 24 hours, copious snacks and cash prizes. learn more at go.umd.edu/placehack-26

Fri. Feb 06, 2026 to Sat. Feb 07, 2026
Architecture Building, Great Space
Accessibility
Events

PlaceHack is a 24-hour challenge hosted by the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation where student teams rethink a place-based problem in College Park or on UMD’s campus and conceive something new. In partnership with Belonging and Community, ...

A yellow backdrop and a picnic blanket pattern with last year’s Big Queer Photo pictured and the event details. A rainbow covers one corner of the image.

3rd Annual Big Queer Photo

Fri. May 01, 2026 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
McKeldin Mall
LGBTQ+ Equity Center
Events

Join the LGBTQ+ Equity Center and students, faculty and staff from across campus for our third annual BIG QUEER PHOTO on Friday, May 1st, 2026 from 11:00am-1:00pm on the McKeldin Mall Steps!!! 🏳️‍🌈🐢🏳️‍⚧️We invite the campus ...

A lavender image with candles, butterflies, and the name of the event in a golden frame. The event details are written on the side.

28th Annual Lavender Celebration of Graduates and Award Winners

Mon. May 18, 2026 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Stamp Atrium
LGBTQ+ Equity Center
Events

Join the LGBTQ+ Equity Center on Monday, May 18th from 5:00-7:00pm in the Stamp Union Atrium for the 28th Annual Lavender Celebration of Graduates and Award Winners! This gathering is a chance for everyone—regardless of their level of involvement in the ...