Campus Groups & Activities

The UnLocked Project, founded by a child of a formerly incarcerated parent, aims to support the well-being of other children of incarcerated parents in the DMV area while also raising awareness of their unique life experiences. On Sunday, November 19, The UnLocked Project hosts their first support group event for students with incarcerated loved ones/parents to come together and talk about their experiences, as well as be provided with financial and educational resources.

Enjoy a night full of diverse MENA (Middle Eastern and North African) cultures, engaging and beautiful performances, and rich and delicious food at AWARE's Night Bazaar. This event aims to provide a journey into the various cultures and traditions of the MENA countries through unique interactive, educational, and fun activities, performances, and entertainment from this region of the world. Admission to this event is free and all are welcome to attend (the event is open to community members outside the UMD community). There is no dress code, but cultural outfits are encouraged and welcomed.

Join a dynamic interdisciplinary panel discussion on "AI and Anti-Black Racism" on Tuesday, December 5, from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Stamp Juan Ramon Jimenez Room 2208. The Grand Challenges Anti-Black Racism Initiative is hosting six panelists: Dr. Sheena Erete from College of Information Studies, Dr. Lauren Rhue from the Robert H. Smith School of Business, Dr. Rachel Rudinger from College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences; Dr. Psyche Williams-Forson from College of Arts and Humanities, Dr. Long Doan and Dr. Rashawn Ray (moderator) both from the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences. 

The Global Fewture Alliance is an interdisciplinary team working at the nexus of Food, Energy, and Water (FEW) + climate and public health. Faculty, students, policymakers, and non- academic partners are invited to join in for an invigorating day of shared ideas.

Share your research in a poster or lightning session, or simply attend to become part of their growing alliance.

Meet with UMD and international collaborators from Israel, Nepal, and Tanzania. There will be FREE breakfast, lunch, snacks, and happy hour included. Come for the full day, or just when you can.

Join the Hope, Healing, and Mobilizing Against Hate event on Friday, February 16, co-sponsored by the Anti-Black Racism Initiative, School of Public Health, and Student Affairs. Learn to respond to bias and hate in collaborative and sustaining ways while building community. The event will have engaging speakers Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington and Dr. Deepa Iyer, plus food, trauma healing practices, conversation and joy.

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 […]

Students Engaged in Public Health hosts a Black History Month Trivia Social on McKeldin Mall to spread cultural awareness and share fun facts.

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.