UMBC Retrievers Maryland Flag HoodieUMBC's varsity teams have that dog in them a Chesapeake Bay Retriever, to be specific. UMBC adopted the Maryland state dog as its mascot upon the school's founding in 1966. The costumed mascot has been known as both Fever the Retriever and True Grit, showcasing school spirit wherever he goes. Products are mocked up on a size S. Graphics may appear smaller on larger sizes.