UMBC is committed to empowering individuals in the Baltimore and Washington metro areas impacted by recent workforce changes through our webinar series, Paws & Pivot. This series provides a crucial platform for recently laid-off federal workers and other affected professionals to connect, learn, and thrive. Our expert-led sessions will focus on providing practical resources and fostering a community of practice centered on successful career transitions, essential upskilling opportunities, and leveraging available community support.
Join us for our upcoming webinars, or watch previous recordings.
Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: Teach Yourself Data Science
Discover practical strategies and tools for building your data science skills independently — perfect for those exploring in-demand tech careers.
Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: Trends in the Labor Market
Join Faith Dinh from UMBC's Division of Professional Studies for Trends in the Labor Market, a data-driven webinar that highlights emerging industries, in-demand skills, and what today’s shifting workforce means for your career planning.
Paws & Pivot: Software Fundamentals – Why is Software Still Eating the World?
Explore the vital role software plays across industries and how understanding it can open doors to new opportunities.
Paws & Pivot: Training to Teach the Next Generation of Pupils
Thinking about a career in teaching? This webinar explores pathways into education and the skills needed to succeed in the classroom.