University of Maryland Honors College

2024 Spring Career & Internship Fair
2024-02-21 - 2024-02-23 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
All UMD students are welcome to attend the 2024 Spring Career & Internship fair, an annual event showcasing local, regional, and national employers all seeking to hire Terps.

Wednesday, February 21 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday, February 22 |11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday, February 23 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Register today to secure your spot to UMD’s largest recruitment fair of the semester!

Black History Month Trivia
2024-02-21 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | McKeldin Mall, McKeldin Mall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Students Engaged in Public Health hosts a Black History Month Trivia Social on McKeldin Mall to spread cultural awareness and share fun facts.

Black Men & Mental Health
2024-02-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Nyumburu Cultural Center, 4018 Campus Drive, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The University of Maryland Black Alumni (UMBA) Network in co-sponsorship with the Multicultural Involvement and Community Advocacy (MICA), Honors College, the Black Honors Caucus (BHC), Social Justice Alliance, and the Nyumburu Black Male Initiative present Black Men and Mental Health.
Using excerpts from the book “The Invisible Ache: Black Men Identifying Their Pain and Reclaiming Their Power” by Courtney B. Vance and Dr. Robin L. Smith as a springboard for discussion, we will hear from experts as we consider the mental health needs of Black men and the effect that it can have on families and communities. The discussion will also include testimonials and reflect on the benefits of focusing on Black men’s mental health and the risks if we don’t.

Black Ink: In Discussion with Award-Winning Author and Alum Kim Johnson '03
2024-02-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Nyumburu Cultural Center, 4018 Campus Drive, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join us for a special “Black Ink” discussion with award-winning author and UMD alum Kim Johnson ’03, author of “The Color of a Lie.” The discussion will take place on Thursday, February 22 at 4 p.m. at the Nyumburu Cultural Center.
Presented by the Honors College, Multicultural Involvement & Community Advocacy (MICA), University of Maryland Black Alumni (UMBA) and the Black Honors Caucus.
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ABOUT THE COLOR OF A LIE
In 1955, a Black family passes for white and moves to a “Whites Only” town in the suburbs. Caught between two worlds, a teen boy puts his family at risk as he uncovers racist secrets about his suburb. A new social justice thriller from the acclaimed author of This Is My America!
Calvin knows how to pass for white. He’s done it plenty of times before. For his friends in Chicago, when they wanted food but weren’t allowed in a restaurant. For work, when he and his dad would travel for the Green Book.
This is different.
After a tragedy in Chicago forces the family to flee, they resettle in an idyllic all-white suburban town in search of a better life. Calvin’s father wants everyone to embrace their new white lifestyles, but it’s easier said than done. Hiding your true self is exhausting — which leads Calvin across town where he can make friends who know all of him…and spend more time with his new crush, Lily. But when Calvin starts unraveling dark secrets about the white town and its inhabitants, passing starts to feel even more suffocating–and dangerous–than he could have imagined.
Expertly weaving together real historical events with important reflections on being Black in America, acclaimed author Kim Johnson powerfully connects readers to the experience of being forced to live a life-threatening lie or embrace an equally deadly truth.
Light refreshments will be served and Johnson will be selling and signing books.
ABOUT KIM JOHNSON ’03
Kim Johnson held leadership positions in social justice organizations as a teen and in college, and is now an author and educator. Kim’s bestselling novel, This Is My America, won numerous accolades, including the Pacific Northwest Book Award and Malka Penn Human Rights Award for Children’s Literature. Her second novel, Invisible Son, is another thriller ripped from the headlines. Both novels were selected as NPR Best Books. The Color of a Lie is her first historical thriller.
She holds degrees from the University of Oregon, University of Maryland, College Park, and an MFA from Oregon State University Cascades. She lives with her family in the Washington DC area. Find her at KCJOHNSONWRITES.COM and follow her on Twitter and Instagram @kcjohnsonwrites.

Black History Month Closing Ceremony
2024-02-29 17:30 - 19:00 | Nyumburu Cultural Center, 4018 Campus Drive, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Nyumburu Black History Month Closing Ceremony & Dinner will take place on Thursday, February 29 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Ambassador Margaret Dureke, with entertainment by O-Slice, Nyumburu Jazz Club and Student Dance Team. The event is free.

Cultural Centers Furniture Testing
2024-03-05 11:00 - 18:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
You are invited on March 5 between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom (first floor of Stamp) to test out the potential furniture for the five new Cultural Centers:

APIDA Cultural Center
Disability Cultural Center
Latinx Cultural Center
Multiracial Cultural Center
Native and Indigenous Cultural Center

This is a drop-in event, meaning you can stop in at any point to test out the furniture and share your feedback. They are seeking feedback from undergraduate and graduate students who will be using the cultural centers.
They will randomly give away Terrapin Express cards for students who participate throughout the day. Faculty and staff are also welcome to come test out the furniture.
For questions or accommodations, please email Yvette Lerma Jones at ylerma@umd.edu.

Giving Day 2024
2024-03-06 | MD
Every year in early March, the University of Maryland community comes together for a 24-hour fundraising event. Students, alums, faculty, staff, parents, families and friends join in on the largest day of giving because when thousands of Terps come together, the possibilities are endless.
Our goal is simple: raise critical funding and engage our community to move UMD Fearlessly Forward. Go Terps!

Author Talk with Hua Hsu
2024-03-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Tawes Hall, College Park, MD, United States
New Yorker staff writer and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Hua Hsu will be in College Park for a public reading and conversation on March 7 at 5 p.m. in Tawes Hall as this year’s Spring Speaker for UMD’s Honors Humanities program. There will be a book signing following the event with copies of Stay True available for purchase through DC’s Solid State Books.

Pitch Perfect with the Mokhtarzada Brothers
2024-03-07 18:30 - 20:00 | IDEA Factory, 4462 Stadium Drive Room #1101, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join Startup Shell for an engaging event featuring the Mokhtarzada brothers, entrepreneurs now turning their focus toward investing. Experience a unique session where they dissect startup pitches, inviting your input before sharing their expert insights. Learn what it takes to impress investors and refine your pitch.
RSVP required.

Global Communities Student Association & Honors Global Communities Present: Cultural Explosion - Our Annual Talent Show
2024-03-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Hoff Theater, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Global Communities Student Association (GCSA) is partnering with Honors Global Communities (HGLO) to host this year’s Cultural Explosion. This event showcases cultural talent around campus.

Terp Thon Dance Marathon
2024-03-09 12:00 - 23:59 | The Armory, 4490 Rossborough Lane, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Dance Marathon is coming to College Park! Join Terp Thon on March 9 from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. in the Armory to raise funds and awareness for Children’s National Hospital in Washington D.C. Terp Thon’s Dance Marathon will be a day full of dancing, activities, food, Miracle Kids (past or current patients at the hospital), and FUN! You do not need to dance or be a good dancer to attend.
If you have questions, comments, or concerns join the Info Session on Tuesday, February 13 at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom bit.ly/terpthonzoom.

Spring 2024 Informational Rush for the Eta Beta Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority
2024-03-11 19:22 - 20:22 | MD
Are you looking to join a sorority with a trailblazing and impactful history and future? Look no further than the Eta Beta Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Their focuses include education, health awareness, and leadership development; however, there is a place in Sigmaland for all talents and interests!
Their Spring 2024 Informational Rush will take place on Monday, March 11 at 7:22 p.m. Whether you’re looking for a formal introduction to the organization or are seriously considering membership, rush is a great time to:

learn more about their organization and membership requirements,
meet members,
and ask questions.

The dress code is business professional. They will confirm the final location via email.

BSOS Student Faculty Social
2024-03-12 17:45 - 19:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
BSOS Terps are invited to join the Dean’s Student Advisory Council’s annual Student Faculty Social. Make new friends and network with esteemed BSOS faculty outside the classroom. Food and refreshments will be provided. The night promises to be fun and interesting.

The BSOS Student Faculty Social is on Tuesday, March 12 at 5:45 p.m. in the Adele H. Stamp Student Union. Breakout sessions will allow students the opportunity to meet multiple faculty members. Please RSVP here by February 27 at 11:59 p.m.

AI Law 001 with Juliana Neelbauer
2024-03-12 18:30 - 20:00 | IDEA Factory, 4462 Stadium Drive Room #1101, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
This rapid-fire review of AI law, specifically focused on GenAI, data protection, privacy, copyright, trademark, and patenting issues, covers key aspects like model development, training data, prompt engineering, and AI outputs.

Fireside Chat: Power of the Network with John Hill
2024-03-28 18:30 - 19:30 | IDEA Factory, 4462 Stadium Drive Room #1101, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
John Hill, Techstars Evangelist and former VP of Network, represents the globally leading investor in seed-stage tech companies. Hill will delve into the Power of the Network, emphasizing the strategic use of relational capital, including UMD’s alumni network, for funding, talent, customer acquisition, knowledge sharing, and mentorship.

Small Artist, Big Talent
2024-03-29 17:00 - 21:00 | IDEA Factory, 4462 Stadium Drive Room #1101, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Startup Shell and Dare to Dream are bringing together talented spoken word artists, comedians, student businesses, dancers, and musicians for a night filled with live performances, vendors, and networking!

Office of Diversity & Inclusion talk with Dr. Veronica Carey
2024-04-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Tawes Hall, College Park, MD, United States
On April 10th, the Diversity Training & Education unit within the Office of Diversity & Inclusion is bringing Dr. Veronica Carey, Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Drexel University and Associate Clinical Professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, to campus for an in-person student facing talk. She will be engaging students in a conversation related to her book, Frame Your Degree: How to Avoid Pain While Seeking a College Degree.

Dr. Carey will share strategies on how to survive and thrive in a college environment as a student of color. She will give tactics on how to advocate for yourself, financial aid, resume building, grad school admission tips, maximizing internships, and how to gain transferable skills to achieve post-graduate success. They will also be giving out free copies of her books and providing pizza! To RSVP, please fill out this form.

The event will take place in Tawes Hall, Room 0320.

Black Entrepreneurship Summit
2024-04-12 10:30 - 16:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The inaugural Black Entrepreneurship Summit during Black Alumni Weekend will bring together entrepreneurs, students, and advocates for a day filled with panels, networking, and more. The summit will include dynamic speakers and sessions that will help you with your business.
The purpose of this summit is to address the unique challenges faced by Black entrepreneurs and cultivate a supportive community that encourages collaboration, mentorship, crowdsourcing ideas, and provides actionable approaches to entrepreneurship challenges. Promoting diversity in entrepreneurship enhances innovation and brings different perspectives to the business landscape. Supporting Black entrepreneurs contributes to economic empowerment within communities and reduces wealth disparities. The summit will include dynamic speakers and sessions that will help people with their businesses. By bringing together Black entrepreneurs, professionals, and allies in the entrepreneurship space, the summit aims to provide insights, strategies, and practical, applicable solutions to overcome barriers and promote the success of Black business owners. Lunch is included!
This event is co-sponsored by the University of Maryland Black Alumni (UMBA) Network and the Center for Minorities in Science and Engineering (CMSE). For more information, please contact the University of Maryland Black Alumni (UMBA) Network at blackterp@gmail.com.
This event can be found under Individual Events on the Selections portion of the registration page.

Maryland Leadership Conference
2024-04-12 12:00 - 17:30 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Maryland Leadership Conference (MLC) is the longest-running student leadership conference program in the country. During this half-day, on-campus conference, students enhance their group leadership skills through interactive simulations, small group dialogues, and tangible applications focused on Sustainable Leadership.
About the Maryland Leadership Conference:

The Maryland Leadership Conference takes place on Saturday, April 12, 2024 at the Stamp Student Union

All participants will be asked to complete an asynchronous portion of the conference that will be available

The conference is FREE

Lunch and Dinner provided

As a part of the MLC Community, you:

Get a day of intensive leadership development in a community-centered environment.

Network with students who are emerging campus leaders.

Receive mentoring and guidance from staff and peer leadership educators.

Will receive a certificate of completion

Registration Information:

Visit stamp.umd.edu/MLC for more information and to sign up today!

The deadline to register is April 8th.

For more information or questions, visit stamp.umd.edu/MLC or contact mlead@umd.edu.

Restorative Circle Sessions
2024-04-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Tydings Hall, College Park, 20742, United States
The Dean’s Student Advisory Council in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, in conjunction with the Justice & Legal Thought Scholars Program, MLAW Programs, and BSOS TerrapinSTRONG is hosting an event focused around restorative justice education.
This event will include two restorative circles that will be led by trained student facilitators who are UMD students themselves! Attendees will have the chance to participate in open conversations covering various topics such as burnout, balancing work and school, mental health, support from university administration, and more. Our aim is to foster a stronger BSOS community!
It will take place Tuesday, April 23rd, 5-6:30PM, in Tydings 1114 and 1118. They will also have snacks available for attendees. No prior knowledge about restorative justice is required. All students, staff, and faculty members are welcome and encouraged to attend!

Individual Studies Program Ice Cream Social
2024-04-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Not quite fitting in with any one major on campus? Come learn about creating an undergraduate major or second major! Join the Individual Studies Program to enjoy Maryland Dairy ice cream on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the STAMP Atrium (above the food court).
This event is open to all undergraduate students!

Smith Plus 1 Info Session
2024-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 | McKeldin Library, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join the Smith School of Business for a Smith Plus 1 Info Session to learn more about getting started on your master’s degree as an undergraduate student. Save time and money on your degree while gaining skill sets in business. No registration is required for this event.
The session will take place in McKeldin Library, Room 2105.
Unable to attend? You can schedule a one-on-one consultation with a Plus 1 advisor via Calendly.

Inaugural Big Queer Photo
2024-05-02 12:15 - 13:15 | MD
Join the LGBTQ+ Equity Center and students, faculty and staff from across campus for their first annual Big Queer Photo on Thursday, May 2, 2024, from 12:15-1:15 p.m.

T-Shirt Pickup | 12:15-12:45 p.m.
Photo | 1:00 p.m.

The campus community is invited to come together to take our annual Queer class photo as a visible display of support for Queer and Trans Terps. Campus community members should register for the event to receive a free T-shirt to wear for the photo. Afterwards, enjoy cake and soft drinks in celebration of 25 years of the LGBTQ+ Equity Center.

Register for a T-shirt through April 1, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.

Requests for accommodations should be emailed to lgbtq@umd.edu.

Missed the registration deadline? Come to the event anyway. At 12:45 p.m. on the day of the event, unclaimed tee-shirts will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis to unregistered participants. While supplies last.

Terp Expo at Startup Shell
2024-05-03 16:00 - 19:00 | IDEA Factory, 4462 Stadium Drive Room #1101, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Terp Expo is an annual entrepreneurship event hosted by Startup Shell in partnership with the Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship and Dare to Dream Inc.
At Terp Expo, you’ll find yourself at the epicenter of budding tech startups, creative businesses, and a diverse range of vendors offering everything from thrift apparel to handcrafted works. It’s the ultimate gathering for those looking to explore groundbreaking ideas and connect with like-minded individuals.
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the latest innovations, expand your entrepreneurial network, and uncover hidden gems from local vendors.
Date: Friday, May 3rd Time: 4-7 p.m.
Location: IDEA Factory – 4462 Stadium Dr
RSVP here to be an attendee: https://lu.ma/c8fl7bhj
Register here to be a venture or vendor: https://forms.gle/v6NmceykshKw2P9Z6

Legacy in the Making Budgeting 101 Workshop (Virtual)
2024-05-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
This is a budgeting workshop for Gen Z first-gen students. Join a recent alum who founded Wise Legacy Finance on how to budget! A free budget template will be given to a lucky winner.

Maryland General Assembly Internship Info Session
2024-09-30 13:30 - 14:30 | Marie Mount Hall, Marie Mount Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join the UMD Fellows Program for an in-person information session on internship opportunities with the Maryland General Assembly (MGA). Hear from a sitting Maryland Delegate and alumni about the MGA internship program, ask questions, and learn about working in state government.
Event Details:

Date: Monday, September 30, 2024
Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: 0100 Marie Mount Hall (Maryland Room), University of Maryland

Applications are now open! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain hands-on experience in state politics and policymaking. For questions, contact fedglobal@umd.edu.
RSVP here to secure your spot!

Mental Health Awareness Week
2024-10-06 - 2024-10-12 | MD
Mental Health Awareness Week is a great time to start improving your mental health! Join the Mental Health Coalition Oct. 6-12 in a full week of FREE programming to celebrate self-care and STAMP out stigma. Visit go.umd.edu/mhaw24 for details.

Election Dialogues: What state and local issues are at stake?
2024-10-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Tawes Hall, College Park, MD, United States
Join us throughout the month of October for a special Election Dialogue series about what this election means to you. Discussions will cover the following topics:

Wednesday, October 9: What state and local issues are at stake?
Wednesday, October 23: What does this election mean for environmental regulations?
Wednesday: October 30: What does this election mean for the cost of college?

The dialogues will take place on Wednesdays October 9, 23, and 30 at 6:30-7:30 p.m. in Tawes Hall, room 0236.
Free pizza will be provided.
The series is sponsored by BridgeUMD, the Honors College, College Park Scholars, and Carillon Communities.

Homecoming Comedy Show: John Mulaney
2024-10-13 19:00 | MD
Student Entertainment Events (SEE) is thrilled to announce that John Mulaney will be headlining the Fall 2024 Homecoming Comedy Show! Get ready for a night of laughs as the campus kicks off Homecoming this year at the Xfinity Center on Sunday, October 13th, at 7 pm. Check out to go.umd.edu/hcstickets24 for more information.

International Trade, Development, and Migration: A Talk with David Malpass
2024-10-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Van Munching Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Ed Snider Center hosts a talk on “International Trade, Development, and Migration “with David Malpass, a former U.S. Treasury Undersecretary and World Bank President. He is also a distinguished Fellow in International Finance at Purdue University.
Event information:

Tuesday, October 15, 6-7:30 p.m.
Van Munching Hall, Tyser Auditorium (Room 1212)
