Whether you are a prospective or current student veteran at UMBC, we’re here to help you! Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Student Service Members, Veterans, and Families myUMBC group
For assistance with your VA education benefits, please contact vacertifying@umbc.edu
Retriever Support Services (RSS)
UMBC Student Assistant for Veteran Services in regards to student programming: veterans@umbc.edu
Dennis Walker
Assistant Director, Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success
dwalker3@umbc.edu
410-455-6552
The Registrar’s Office
Sherman Hall Suite 221 B Wing
For assistance with your VA education benefits, please contact vacertifying@umbc.edu
+1 410 455 3744
To assist our military and veteran students with enrollment, financial, and academic planning, we have a committed and dedicated team to serve you.
Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation
Ashleigh Tillman
Associate Director
Dr. Ashleigh Tillman is a higher education professional with 15 years of experience supporting student access, enrollment, and success. In her current role at UMBC, she supports transfer students and target populations throughout the admissions and onboarding process, helping students navigate their transition to the university and connect with resources that support their success. Dr. Tillman is passionate about creating accessible pathways to higher education, building meaningful partnerships, and enhancing the student experience from recruitment through enrollment.
Graduate Admissions
Mike Suica
Director – Recruitment and Admissions, Graduate School
Mike Suica ’13 has five years of experience in graduate admissions. As the Manager of Recruitment and Admissions at The Graduate School, Mike can help answer your questions about our programs, application processes and admissions requirements.
Academic and Pre-Professional Advising
Monique Ransom
Interim Assistant Vice Provost/Director
Academic and Pre-Professional Advising
Dr. Ransom is the Interim Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Advising & Student Retention and Director of the Office for Academic & Pre-Professional Advising. She is an academic advising leader with more than 16 years of experience supporting diverse student populations and advancing student success through academic advising. In her role, she works closely with college and department academic advisors, deans, department chairs, faculty, and leadership in Enrollment Management, Undergraduate Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and student support partners across campus to ensure advising drives.
+1 410 455 8148
Colleen Lindbeck holds a BS in Criminal Justice and after 3 years of social work, she transitioned to higher education. Ms. Lindbeck has served in varying capacities during her 15 years in UMBC’s Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, including 3 years as the VA Certifying Official. Currently, she is the Associate Director of Financial Aid and oversees the federal and state aid programs, as well as the institution’s financial need-based grants. In addition to serving students seeking financial aid assistance, Ms. Lindbeck serves on various committees, including Orientation and the Financial Literacy and Education Committee. When not serving students, Colleen can be found running on the great trail systems in Maryland, or playing with her latest foster dog.
Tuition Assistance (TA) Program
+1 410 455 1481
Student Disability Services Campus Support
Office of Disability Access & Resources
410-455-2459 (student accommodations and academic/housing access challenges)
Accessibility & Disability Services
Career Center
Diane Crump-Fogle
Associate Director for Career Development
Career Center
Mathematics/Psychology 209
+1 410 455 3907
