University of Maryland Honors College

Dia de los Muertos celebration
2024-11-01 17:00 (America/New_York) | Indigenous Futures Lab, 4105 Susquehanna Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
You’re invited to a Dia de los Muertos Celebration, honoring Indigenous Heritage Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Queer History Month. Join the Indigenous Futures Lab for a special evening to honor the memories of our ancestors—recent or ancient, chosen or blood relatives—through creativity, food, and community. Attendees will make personalized frames for the photos of loved ones to place on a collective community altar. If you’re not comfortable sharing photos, feel free to bring objects, art, or anything that represents those you wish to honor. Afterward, there will be special treats and time for sharing stories about our ancestors and reflecting on the legacies that shaped our lives and histories. Whether you bring something for the altar, share a story, or simply wish to join the community, you are welcome.

Event details:

Date and time: Friday, November 1, 2024, 5 pm
Location: Indigenous Futures Lab (Susquehanna 4105)

For more details, visit: go.umd.edu/iflcommunityaltar24

Dancing our Dreams program
2024-11-03 16:30 - 18:30 | The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Dancing Our Dreams program is designed to bring Black girls together to explore dance by learning history and dreaming about the future.
See the flyer for more details about the program.

First Generation Student Week
2024-11-04 - 2024-11-08 | MD
First Gen Student Week runs from November 4 to 8. The First Generation Student Association (FGSA) is excited to help kick off several special initiatives that highlight and celebrate our incredible first-generation community. Check out the graphic below for details.

UMSOM Summer Research Info Session
2024-11-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Bioscence Research Building (BRB), Bioscience Research Building (#413), College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Unlock your potential with summer research at the University of Maryland School of Medicine! Dive into hands-on research, collaborate with top-tier medical professionals, and boost your career in STEM.
This opportunity is open to all students.
Event information:

Monday, November 11, 5-6 p.m.
Biosciences Research Building Room 1103

The UnLocked Project: Dr. Amy A. Morgan
2024-11-12 16:00 - 17:30 | McKeldin Library, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join the UnLocked Project for a special guest talk by Dr. Amy Morgan. Dr. Morgan is an assistant professor of couple and family therapy in the UMD Department of Family Science. Her research focuses on the health and resilience of families impacted by incarceration and after, as formerly incarcerated family members navigate reentry. Dr. Morgan also researches family relationships broadly, with expertise in separation, reunification, and fathering.
The event will take place on Tuesday, November 12, from 4-5:30 p.m. in the TLC Workshop and Meeting Room in McKeldin Library (Room 2105). Food will be provided!

First Gen Students: Investing 101 Workshop
2024-11-14 17:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Featuring Wise Legacy founder, Wendy Rodriguez, a recent UMD alum who focuses on financial literacy for immigrants, Gen Z, first-gen students, and millennials.
The event will take place in the Crossland Room at STAMP. Please RSVP by emailing undoc@umd.edu by noon on November 14.

Honors Citation Ceremony - Fall 2024
2024-11-15 16:30 - 18:00 | UMD Memorial Chapel, 7744 Regents Dr, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Our Fall 2024 Citation Ceremony will take place at the UMD Memorial Chapel from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Program is available here.

Tour of Taiwan
2024-11-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Taiwanese American Student Association (TASA) is hosting Tour of Taiwan, their biggest event of the semester. Join TASA in the STAMP Grand Ballroom on November 15 from 7-10PM for a fun night filled with delectable Taiwanese dishes, fascinating cultural activities, stunning performances, and so much more.
Everyone is invited!
For more information, check out their Instagram for daily updates @umcptasa.

Info session for NSF Summer Research Experiences
2024-11-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
On Tuesday, November 19, 2024 from 5:30-6:30 pm ET, the Office of Undergraduate Research will hold a Zoom information session for undergraduate students regarding summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF).
Run by universities, colleges, and research organizations throughout the United States, NSF REU programs provide paid summer research opportunities to undergraduates in science, technology, engineering, and mathematical fields (including social, behavioral, and economic science fields). The NSF limits eligibility for these programs to undergraduates who are US citizens, nationals, or permanent residents.
The information session will provide an overview of these programs and information on how to locate and apply to programs running in summer 2025. It will also feature a panel of UMD students who have participated in NSF REUs in the past:

Yoshi Chettri ‘25 (Majoring in Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics and Chemistry; participated in Johns Hopkins University’s BioREU in Summer 2022)

Atrey Desai ‘26 (Majoring in Computer Science and Linguistics; participated in the University of Texas-Arlington’s Animal Language Processing and Understanding REU in Summer 2024)

Learn more and register here.

Social Media, Business Models, and the Promotion of Extremism and Zero-Sum Mindsets
2024-11-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Van Munching Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join Balaji Padmanabhan, Dean’s Professor of Decisions, Operations & Information Technologies Director, Center for Artificial Intelligence in Business at Maryland-Smith, and a panel of experts as they explore how social media business models fuel extremism and zero-sum mindsets. Joining Dr. Balaji will be Paul Barrett, Deputy Director & Senior Research Scholar, New York University, Joel Finkelstein, Senior Research Fellow, Rutgers University and Barnett S. Koven, National Security Specialist & Data Scientist.

The event will take place in Frank Auditorium in Van Munching Hall on Tuesday, November 19, 6-7:30 p.m.

FGSA Fall Fun “Autumn” Apple Cider Pumpkin Spice Palooza
2024-11-20 17:00 | Anne Arundel Hall, Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Come kick back and get cozy with the First-Gen Student Association (FGSA)! They’ll have apple cider, Dunkin’ treats, pumpkin pie, and apple pie!
Strike a pose and decorate cute Polaroids with your friends!
Enter the raffle to win a fabulous fall prize!
And… think you’re ready for Thanksgiving? Not until you’ve made a classic hand turkey!
Come for the vibes, stay for the fun!

Black Honors Caucus Study Break
2024-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Anne Arundel Hall, Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join the Black Honors Caucus (BHC) for a study break on Wednesday, November 20 from 6-7:30 PM in the Anne Arundel Hall classroom (use your swipe at the back entrance). Come pick up your finals-inspired goodie bags, have a snack, and hang out with other members of BHC!

Fearlessly Budgeting
2024-11-21 17:00 - 18:00 | McKeldin Library, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Take control of your money during this interactive, EveryDollar counts budgeting workshop! There will be free food and refreshments, plus giveaway prizes.
McKeldin Library, Special Events Room (6117)

Mapping Your Career: ARHU Exploration Workshop
2024-11-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
Figuring out your career path can be confusing, especially for Arts and Humanities majors who gain numerous transferable skills and competencies that are in demand in a wide array of industries. You may wonder what is the best career for you? This workshop will help you identify themes and connections between your academic, professional, and life experiences and then discuss how they might guide your time at UMD and beyond.

Terp Sleep Out
2024-11-22 - 2024-11-23 | School of Public Health, 4200 Valley Dr, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join the School of Public Health Community Thrives Lab and HLTH391 for a Terp Sleep Out event at the School of Public Health from November 22-23. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness about homelessness and encourage UMD students to get involved. The event will include educational presentations, free food, activities, a documentary, and resources on how to take action. Then the group will “sleep out” in a classroom overnight to increase empathy for homeless youth. During these events, they will be hosting activities in which they will create welcome bags that have nonperishable food items, personal hygiene items, and more.

DHS Veteran Career Fair
2024-11-22 10:00 - 14:00 | The Clubs at Quantico and Crossroads Event Center, 3017 Russell Road, Quantico, VA, 22134, United States
In partnership with Marine Corps Base Quantico and Wounded Warrior Regiment, the Department of Homeland Security is proud to welcome all transitioning, active duty, and former service members to this event. At this career fair you will have the opportunity to explore career opportunities in law enforcement, immigration and travel security, prevention and response, and mission support.

Y-Combinator talk with Startup Shell
2024-11-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Startup Shell, 4462 Stadium Drive Room #1101, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Looking to gain insight from someone who has founded and exited their own Y-Combinator backed Startup?
Startup Shell is hosting alumni Sheller and Co-Founder/CEO of Manatee (YC S22), Bryan Houlton, as he sits down for a podcast-style interview with Fox Rothschild LLC partner Juliana Neelbauer.
Bryan Houlton founded and served as CEO of Manatee (YC S22), an interactive demo platform that help sales teams create no-code demos, which was later acquired by Navattic (YC W21). Join Startup Shell as Bryan dives into topics such as funding, Y-Combinator, selling a startup, pivoting, and comparing startup scenes across various cities.
When: Friday, November, 22, 5:00-6:00 PM
Where: Startup Shell, 4462 Stadium Dr room 1101

Migration Studies Social
2024-12-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Francis Scott Key Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join the Center for Global Migration Studies (CGMS) for a Migration Studies Social. CGMS aims to foster community among UMD faculty, staff, and students concerned about immigration rights. Join in the conversation for companionship, discussion, and affirmation.
The event will take place in the Merrill Room (2120) in Francis Scott Key Hall.

Honors Humanities 2024 Juried Student Art Exhibition
2024-12-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Anne Arundel Hall, Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join Honors Humanities on Friday, December 6th, 2024, from 5:30-7:30 PM for an incredible showcase of student artwork at the Fall 2024 Juried Student Art Exhibition & Reception! Faculty and staff, alumni, and current students are invited.

This reception will be held in the lower level of Anne Arundel Hall and will feature a catered dinner and a student musical performance. Don’t miss this opportunity to have great food, enjoy live entertainment, and support Honors Humanities students by immersing yourself in the world of their art!
If you have questions, please email hhum@umd.edu. Please RSVP by Sunday, December 1st, 2024.

Honors Ice Cream Social - Reading Day
2024-12-10 11:00 - 15:00 | Anne Arundel Hall, Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join us for our Honors College Ice Cream Social on Tuesday, December 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Anne Arundel! We will have pre-scooped flavors from the Maryland Dairy (including dairy-free and kosher options). Take a break to enjoy some ice cream with friends!

Lunch & Learn Info Session for Internship about High-Speed Rail Innovation
2025-02-11 12:00 | Marie Mount Hall, Marie Mount Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Interested in an international internship opportunity that explores high-speed rail innovation? Attend a Lunch & Learn Info Session to hear from Northeast Maglev and Central Japan Railway (JR Central) about their hybrid summer internship, which includes virtual sessions, hands-on experience in Japan, and work with Northeast Maglev in Baltimore.
With the application now open, this session is the perfect opportunity to learn how to make your application stand out and gain insight into the program.
Date: Tuesday, February 11
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: 2407 Marie Mount Hall
RSVP here: RSVP Link

Douglass Day 2025
2025-02-14 12:00 - 15:00 | Art-Sociology Building, 3834 Campus Dr, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Celebrate Frederick Douglass’s birthday and Black History Month by preserving a rich collection of African American history by helping to digitize/transcribe important records.

When: February 14, 12-3pm
Where: Michelle Smith Collaboratory for Visual Culture in the Art-Sociology Building, Dept. of Art History and Archaeology
What you need: A laptop (spares will be provided)
Snacks: Bagels, coffee, and birthday cake!

Honors Ice Cream Social - Valentine's Day
2025-02-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Anne Arundel Hall, Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join us for our Honors College Ice Cream Social on Wednesday, February 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Anne Arundel! We will have pre-scooped flavors from the Maryland Dairy (including dairy-free and kosher options). We will also serve hot chocolate and have Valentine’s Day-themed activities for you to enjoy.
NOTE: The date was moved from February 12 to February 10 because of inclement weather.

Lessons from Negotiations: Working Towards Deals that Last in the Middle East
2025-02-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Van Munching Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join this panel conversation with speakers Dalia Ziada and Dr. Einat Wilf. With an emphasis on challenging assumptions, and engaging in respectful, action-oriented, future looking dialogue, this event is hosted by the Fact Based Discourse Initiative, part of the Ed Snider Center for Enterprise and Markets.

Sunday, February 23 | 7-8:30 PM | Van Munching Hall 1524 | RSVP

BSU-UMD Social Justice Alliance - Legacies of Loss: From The Barn to the Bus Stop
2025-02-24 19:00 - 20:00 | The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join the BSU-UMD Social Justice Alliance for a powerful and thought-provoking discussion on the lynching of Emmett Till and the modern-day murder of Lt. Richard W. Collins III with The Barn author Wright Thompson and mother of Lt. Collins, Dawn Collins. Moderated by Sociology Professor Rashawn Ray, this conversation will discuss how echoes of our country’s lynching past create shadows of racial violence in the present. We hope this dialogue will elicit a reckoning that contributes to healing and the pursuit of social justice.
Wright Thompson will begin by discussing The Barn, his deeply reflective work that examines family legacies, memory, and the spaces that connect past and present. Following this, Thompson will engage in a profound dialogue with Mrs. Dawn Collins, whose son, Lt. Richard Collins III, was tragically killed in an act of modern-day racial violence. Together, they will reflect on the enduring legacy of historic lynching and its modern-day manifestations in the United States, highlighting how past injustices continue to reverberate in contemporary society.
Free copies of The Barn will be available for the first 50 people to arrive.

Date: Monday, February 24, 2025
Time: 7-8pm
Location: The Clarice Performing Arts Center, Gildenhorn Recital Hall (University of Maryland, College Park)
Questions? Email Dr. Jeanette Snider, jcsnider@umd.edu.

Pre-Med and Pre-Dent Workshop at Nyumburu Cultural Center
2025-02-27 12:00 | Nyumburu Cultural Center, 4018 Campus Drive, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Nyumburu Cultural Center is hosting an important PRE-MED and PRE-DENT workshop for students who are interested in going to Medical School and Dental School! If you have an interest in nursing school you may attend as well. Meet with a seasoned professional who will provide you with the information you need to increase your chances of getting into professional school on your first application—everything from pre-requisite courses to the 5 Pillars of your application.
The workshop is free; RSVP at solomon@umd.edu.

SWANACon talkback & info session
2025-02-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Come hear from UMD students who attended the 2025 SWANACon conference! Learn about this undergraduate leadership conference for Southwest Asian/Middle Eastern/North African students, and how you can be chosen to attend next year.

Thursday, February 27, 4-5 p.m.
MICA Cozy Corner, Stamp

Elevate & Empower Black Networking Event
2025-03-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Connect. Inspire. Elevate. Join the Black Honors Caucus for an exclusive evening with Black faculty, staff, and alumni at our Black Networking Event. Light refreshments will be provided.

Tuesday, March 4, 6-8 PM
The Atrium, STAMP

Understanding the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Webinar
2025-03-05 12:00 - 13:30 | Online
This webinar will explain how to obtain student loan relief from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF program is administered by the U.S. Department of Education and is designed to forgive the student loan balances of those employed by a government or non-profit organization.
When: Wednesday, March 5, 12-1:30 pm ET
Speakers:

Kalia Patricio, Ph.D, Associate Director of Administrative Operations, University of Maryland
Adam Minsky, Student Loan Lawyer

What to Expect:

Introduction to the PSLF: Get to know the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Eligibility Requirements: Explore if you meet the necessary requirements for the U.S. Department of Education loan forgiveness program.
Resources for Applying: Discover how to apply to have your student-debt forgiven.

Who Should Attend?
This webinar is for UMD faculty, staff, students, and alumni who are interested in learning more about the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
What is Public Service Promise?
Public Service Promise is a new non-profit whose mission is to educate public servants about the PSLF program. As a nonprofit organization, everything PSP offers is free of charge.

Classroom to Careers: Public Policy Alumni Expo
2025-03-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Thurgood Marshall Hall, Thurgood Marshall Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Participate in Classroom to Careers: Public Policy Alumni Expo, an exciting opportunity for UMD students to hear directly from alumni who have built successful careers across a wide range of public policy sectors, such as:

International policy
Social policy
Budget/economic policy
Management and consulting
State and local policy
Philanthropy/nonprofit work
Environmental sustainability
Science and technology policy

All are welcome! Hear firsthand from experienced professionals about the real-world applications of public policy, as well as the diverse career paths you can pursue after graduation. Don’t miss this chance to network, ask questions, and get inspired by the paths that await you in the world of public policy.
This event is open to all UMD students!
