Find Your Squad
Meet, mingle, & make some new friends!
Find Your Squad is a Res Life initiative dedicated to building a strong, inclusive community by helping students connect through fun and engaging events.
Whether you're new to campus or looking to expand your circle, these activities are designed to foster friendships, create lasting memories, and make everyone feel at home at UMD.
Upcoming Events
New Student and Family Welcome Reception
Saturday, January 24, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Atrium, Stamp Student Union
New spring residence hall students and their families are invited to join us for the spring welcome reception. You will meet staff and other new Terps and learn more about important university resources. New on-campus Terps will also complete the Dining Services biometric scan for dining hall access. Light refreshment and fun will be had!
Wednesday, February 11
Res Life Night at Terpzone
8:00—10:00 p.m.
TerpZone (The Stamp)
Enjoy FREE bowling, billiards, friend finding and prizes!
Monday, February 23
Roommate Mixer
5:00—6:00 p.m.
Prince Frederick MPR (1105)
Get to know others looking for roommates and see if you're a match!
Monday, February 23
Roommate Mixer
5:00—6:00 p.m.
Pyon-Chen MPR
Get to know others looking for roommates and see if you're a match!
Tuesday, February 24
Roommate Mixer
6:30—7:30 p.m.
Pyon-Chen MPR
Get to know others looking for roommates and see if you're a match!
Friday, February 27
Leonardtown Livin'
1:00—3:00 p.m.
Leonardtown Community Center
Want an apartment for next year? Tour Leonardtown apartments and see all is has to offer!
Thursday, April 9
Embrace the Heritage Showcase
Heritage Community Quad
Experience a vibrant fusion of fashion, music, and performance at the Embrace the Heritage Showcase! Join your fellow Terps for a night of art, appreciation, and inclusivity as we celebrate culture through clothing, music, food, and more.
Friday, May 1
Art Attack Food Truck Festival
12:00—4:00 p.m.
Chapel Lot
In The News
📸 Credit: Riley Nicole Sims
March 6, 2025
New Res Life Initiative Helps Students ‘Find Their Squad’
Resident Life’s Find Your Squad initiative is helping Terps connect through fun and relaxed social events—see how students are building community and making campus feel like home!
Need some additional support?
Reach out to your RA to talk. Also, visit the Mental Health and Well-Being website for more resources.