Want to help our new international exchange students adjust to life in the US? Join our Buddy Program and get paired with a new exchange student below! Applications for the Fall 2025 semester are now open!
You can be a buddy if you:
- Have already studied at UMBC for one semester
- Are active on campus
Requirements:
- Attend an intercultural communication training workshop before being paired with a buddy
- April 28, 1pm – 2pm
- May 8, 3pm – 4pm
- Once you’re paired, meet with your buddy at least once a month
Interested? Complete the application here. Applications are due on Monday, April 21st.
Suggested activities:
- Grab a cup of coffee
- Attend an ISSS/CGE events
- Go to a UMBC sports event
- Attend an on-campus UMBC event
- Go to the movies
- Eat lunch together
- Facetime/phone call
- Volunteer in the community together
- Explore a nearby city like Baltimore, Annapolis, DC
- and MORE!
*You can participate in activities you are comfortable in