UMBC must have a comprehensive Emergency Management program to remain resilient. Regardless of the hazard, we must take unified action to support our community of students, staff, faculty, and visitors. UMBC supports individual and organizational readiness. We encourage our community to uphold the University’s core values during even the most difficult of times.
The University’s Emergency Manager oversees planning and supports each College, Division, and affiliate with tools, training, and services. This includes prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and continuity of operations. For any Emergency Management assistance, please contact:
Emergency Manager, University Police Department
Administration Building, 9th floor, Room 915
Email: schaible@umbc.edu
Office: (410) 455-2572
Cell: (443) 981-9028

Base Emergency Operations Plan
Our Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) describes our framework for coordinating all emergency management activities for the UMBC community. The Base EOP is reviewed at least annually and illustrates our response structure. Detailed operational procedures are found in EOP appendices and strategic planning activities are described in EOP annexes.
Active Assailant Awareness
The threat of an attack on college campuses continues to be a serious concern. UMBC provides training on active assailant awareness focusing on actions you can take to help escape and survive an attack on or off campus. The objective of our awareness training is to help you condition yourself to be a SURVIVOR instead of a victim.
Planning, Preparedness, and Response Resources
EOP Appendices:
EOP Annexes:
These operational procedures are detailed “how-to-guides.” They state specific actions necessary to meet response objectives.
These are stand-alone program plans separate from the Base EOP. They are coordinated agreements that fulfill strategic purposes.
Other Resources
Emergency Management Guidance
UMBC’s emergency preparedness strategy and planning is informed by USM and Federal guidance: