Spring Carnival with GEMS, ILS, and ACES

La Plata Beach

Spring is in full bloom, and GEMS, ILS, and ACES are coming together to invite all Honors students to join in for a day of fun, games, and excitement at their Spring Carnival! Get ready to indulge in delicious food, enjoy thrilling games, and even try your luck at our fantastic raffles—all for free!

Restorative Circle Sessions

Tydings Hall College Park, United States

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!

Individual Studies Program Ice Cream Social

Stamp Student Union Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 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

McKeldin Library College Park, MD, 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.

DMV Student Journal Symposium for Literary and Research Publications

George Washington University

Join the DMV Student Journal Symposium for Literary and Research Publications, the first of a proposed annual symposium of undergraduate and graduate student-led journals. This event is a chance for anyone interested in student publications to engage in interactive workshops and roundtable conversations, hear from panel discussions and a plenary speaker, and connect with fellow university journals in the DC area. The symposium fosters conversation on best editorial, leadership, and community practices and discover how to support student publications. Topics will include sustainable leadership, ethics, diversity, and navigating AI in submissions. 

Peace Corp Info Session: From the Field with Nicholas Klawitter

Online

Join Honors Global Communities on Zoom to meet with Nicholas Klawitter, a Peace Corps volunteer currently working on site in Zambia! Nick will share more about his academic and professional pathway and how the Peace Corps experience provides exciting opportunities and benefits for skill-building, networking, professional development, personal growth, and more.

Honors Citation Ceremony – Spring 2024

UMD Memorial Chapel 7744 Regents Dr, College Park, MD, United States

Our Spring 2024 Citation Ceremony will take place on Friday, April 26 at the UMD Memorial Chapel from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Inaugural Big Queer Photo

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.

Terp Expo at Startup Shell

IDEA Factory 4462 Stadium Drive Room #1101, College Park, MD, United States

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.

Terp Expo is an annual entrepreneurship event hosted by Startup Shell in partnership with the Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship and Dare to Dream Inc.

Honors Ice Cream Social – Reading Day

Anne Arundel Hall Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, United States

Join us for our Honors College Ice Cream Social on Friday, May 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Anne Arundel lobby! We will have pre-scooped flavors from the Maryland Dairy (including dairy-free and kosher options). Take a break from studying to enjoy some ice cream with friends!