Jan. 28 Transition to Virtual Operations, Campus Closed

Bowie State University will be transitioning to virtual operations for all classes and office operations on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The campus will be closed to all non-essential personnel, and all campus activities are canceled. All buildings except residence halls will be closed. Essential personnel should report on time. This is due to the extended time required to clear the extensive snow and ice accumulation on campus. University crews are making every effort to resume campus operations, as a safe return to in-person learning and work remains our top priority. Only essential personnel and residential students are permitted access to the campus on Jan. 28. For more information, please visit BowieState.edu/weather.

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Entrepreneurship Living Learning Community

Explore the ELLC View of open seating area with red chairs, sofa and light fixtures.

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Cultivating Next-Generation Innovators

The Entrepreneurship Living Learning Community (ELLC) connects BSU to the community. With housing for 500+ students, retail space and resources for entrepreneurs, the ELLC is a real-world innovation hub that encourages creative collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking.

Building Highlights

Here are the key features of the Entrepreneurship Living Learning Community:

Modern residence for 500+ students
Double- and single-occupancy suites with kitchenettes, as well as technology-infused classrooms, a fitness center, lounges and study spaces.
Student businesses and makerspaces
Students have the opportunity to develop their business aspirations and explore their ideas for new invention in specialized spaces infused with the latest technology.
Home to innovation centers
The Entrepreneurship Living Learning Community is home to the Entrepreneurship Innovation Center and the Bowie Business Innovation Center (Bowie BIC), the first business accelerator located at a Maryland historically black college or university (HBCU).
Public retail space
As a campus anchor designed to welcome the community to the campus, retail space will be available for the public to enjoy.
Sustainability Features
• Water-conserving plumbing fixtures
• Energy-efficient lighting and controls, including daylight access
• Storm water management
• Local building materials supplied within a 500 mile radius
• Green housekeeping standards, including recycling collection bins
• Electric vehicle charging stations