University of Maryland Honors College

Achieving the Dream: My Life in Math and Science, Defying Barriers and Living Diversity in STEM
2023-10-19 15:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | John S. Toll Physics Building, John S. Toll Physics Building, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences for the Dean’s Voices of Inclusive Excellence Lecture by Professor Sylvester James Gates, Jr., Distinguished University Professor and Clark Leadership Chair in Science.
Reflecting on a lifetime of formative experiences in both integrated and segregated environments, eminent scientist Professor Sylvester James “Jim” Gates Jr. shares his journey of defying racial obstacles to achieve the career of his dreams in math and science. Gates’ lived experiences demonstrate the importance of access to STEM education for students of color, highlighting the integral role of diversity in achieving innovation and excellence in math and science. This talk is appropriate for all members of the UMD and local community, including those who seek to be inspired to pursue or persist in STEM education and careers, those interested in diversity advocacy in STEM, and those interested in learning more about the fascinating life journey of an internationally famous Black scientist.
Details:

Thursday, October 19, 2023
3:30 p.m. Reception, 4–5 p.m. Lecture
John S. Toll Physics Building, Room 1410

First Year Book: A Conversation with Devon Henry (virtual)
2023-10-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
The murder of George Floyd sparked a summer of protests, many of them occurring in city centers adorned with centuries-old Confederate memorials. As pressure mounted for their removal, Devon Henry, CEO of Team Henry Enterprises, had the courage to get the job done.
Hear from Mr. Henry, who made national headlines for removing statues and constructing the award-winning UVA Memorial to Enslaved Laborers: go.umd.edu/fybdevonhenry.

Terp Thon Fall Fest
2023-10-13 15:00 - 19:00 | College Park City Plaza, 7418 Baltimore Avenue, College Park, MD, 20740, United States
Are you interested in games, raffles, face painting and a pop-up thrift store? Terp Thon is holding their “Fall Fest” event on Friday, October 13, from 3-7 p.m. at College Park City Plaza, where you can learn about our organization, support Children’s National Hospital and participate in all sorts of fun activities!

"Fellow Travelers" Screening
2023-10-12 20:00 - 22:00 | Hoff Theater, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Student Entertainment Events, in partnership with the LGBTQ+ Equity Center, Omicron Delta Kappa, and the School of Public Policy Alumni Network, is hosting a special advance screening of the first episode of “Fellow Travelers.” This screening will be followed by a Q&A with their producer Robbie Rogers, who is a former UMD and professional soccer player. There will be an option for a meet and greet with Robbie for attendees.
Fellow Travelers is an American historical romance political thriller television series exploring a decades-long romance between two men who first meet during the height of McCarthyism in the 1950s. The discussion with Robbie will cover topics like LGBTQ+ history and politics, LGBTQ+ representation in media, careers in the entertainment industry, scriptwriting, and media production.
Location: Hoff Theater
Date: Thursday, October 12th, 2023
Time: 8:00 PM
Doors Open: 7:30 PM
Price: FREE

Maryland General Assembly Information Session
2023-10-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Marie Mount Hall, Marie Mount Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Come learn about internships with the Maryland General Assembly! The event features Emily Shetty, Maryland State Delegate; Molly McKee-Seabrook, UMD’s Associate Director of Government Relations; and a student panel of former MGA interns. Light refreshments will be served. Open to all majors!
Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 12:00-1:00PM
Marie Mount Hall, Maryland Room, Room 0100
Contact the UMD Fellows Program for more information: fedglobal@umd.edu
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Speaker Bios:
Delegate Emily Shetty has spent her career in public service and advocacy, starting with serving as a legislative aide to a Member of Congress from Brooklyn, NY. She is currently a member of the Maryland General Assembly, serving in her second term, where she is the Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, the Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Health and Social Services, and the Vice Chair of the Montgomery County Houses Delegation. Shetty teaches the UMD Fellow Program’s Civic Leadership and Human Services Seminar.
Shetty has been active in local advocacy and organizing for over ten years. She served as the Vice-chair of the Montgomery County Democratic Party, founded the Advocacy Committee within the Woman’s Democratic Club of Montgomery County, and served on the board of Action Committee for Transit, where she advocated for improvements to pedestrian safety and local transportation options.
Molly McKee-Seabrook, Associate Director of Government Relations at UMD. Seabrook worked as a legislative aide for state Sen. Bill Ferguson (D-Baltimore City) before becoming his chief of staff for eight years. In her current position with the University of Maryland she advocates for bills on behalf of the school and the university system.
A Student Panel of UMD Fellows Program Graduate Assistants, Jamal Oakman, Jen Solan, and Adam Cullen will also speak about their experiences interning at MGA.

Honors College Prospective Student Online Information Session
2023-10-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-03 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-09-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
The admissions staff of the Honors College will offer virtual information sessions in September and October, giving prospective students an opportunity to learn more about the Honors College, the admissions process and what the Honors College offers.

Fall 2023 Career & Internship Fair (virtual)
2023-10-11 11:00 - 2023-10-13 16:00 | Online
The University Career Center hosts many events designed to connect Terps directly with employers hiring for internships and full-time opportunities.

Tuesday, September 26, 11 AM – 4 PM at Stamp – STEM focus
Wednesday, September 27, 11 AM – 4PM at Stamp – STEM focus
Thursday, September 28, 11 AM – 4PM at Stamp – all majors
Wednesday, October 11, 11 AM – 4 PM online – all majors

Quantitative Methodology: Measurement and Statistics (QMMS) Information Session
2023-10-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
The Quantitative Methodology: Measurement and Statistics (QMMS, former EDMS) program at the University of Maryland, College Park is holding an Online Information Session on its graduate programs on October 4th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. (EST).

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Mental Health Awareness Week
2023-10-02 - 2023-10-06
Mental Health Awareness Week is a great time to start improving your mental health! Join the Mental Health Coalition Oct. 2-6 in a full week of FREE programming to celebrate self-care, get active and creative, and STAMP out stigma. Visit go.umd.edu/MHAW23 for details.

Jump Trading at Startup Shell
2023-09-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Startup Shell, 4462 Stadium Drive Room #1101, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Interested in learning about the traits of highly effective teams and individuals? Looking to gain insight from someone who has worked at Facebook, Google, and a past startup?
Startup Shell is hosting Steve Shaw, an engineer at Jump Trading, to talk to the community about the traits of highly effective teams and individuals at failed startups and bloated big tech companies.
Steve is currently an engineer at Jump Trading working on network performance engineering. He’s worked at Facebook when it was cool, Google and a failed B-round startup. He will do an autopsy of how said startup failed to find product market fit, technology and organizational successes/pitfalls, scaling challenges, and what tech and behaviors are useful to borrow (or avoid) from big tech.
When: Wednesday, September 27 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. EDT
Where: Startup Shell, 4462 Stadium Drive, Room 1101

Fall 2023 Career & Internship Fair
2023-09-26 - 2023-09-28 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States

Honors Ambassadors info session (in-person)
2023-09-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Anne Arundel Hall, Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Honors College is recruiting Honors Ambassadors! These students represent their living-learning program (LLP) at University recruitment events. Your voice is valuable and helpful to prospective students.

As an HA, you’ll develop public speaking, time management and communication skills. We have a variety of leadership opportunities, as well as free t-shirts, food and other Honors merch!

Questions?

Visit this link for more information on the Honors Ambassador organization.

Attend an info session on 9/13 at 6PM (Zoom link: bit.ly/HAinfo913) or 9/20 at 4:30PM in the Anne Arundel Basement

Email honorsambassadors1@umd.edu

CORA Overdose Response Training
2023-09-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Edward St. John Learning and Teaching Center, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Interested in harm reduction? Join Combating Overdoses in Rural Areas (CORA) at ESJ 1215 for an In-Person Overdose Response Training on September 18th from 7-8 p.m. Become certified in opioid overdose response and learn how to use Naloxone. Upon completion of our MD BHA-approved training, you will receive a certificate of training. Great resume booster, and no prior experience required! Click this link to RSVP.

Health Professions Advising Office Information Session
2023-09-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Edward St. John Learning and Teaching Center, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
As part of their fall seminar series, Integrated Life Sciences (ILS) hosts the Health Professions Advising Office to talk about the pre-med path. This opportunity is open to all Honors students. The session will take place in ESJ 2212.

Sadat Forum with Mary Robinson and Kenneth Roth
2023-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Participate in the Sadat Forum on “Israel/Palestine, Human Rights, and the Quest for Liberal International Order” with Mary Robinson; Chair of The Elders, Former President of Ireland, and Former U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, and Kenneth Roth; Senior Fellow of the HKS Carr Center at Harvard University, Visiting Professor at Princeton University, and Executive Director of the Human Rights Watch from 1993-2022, moderated by Shibley Telhami. The event will include introductory remarks by President Darryll Pines of the University of Maryland, College Park, and Dean Susan Rivera of the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences and will take place online on Friday, September 15 at 10 a.m.
To RSVP, please visit: https://go.umd.edu/SadatForum_Fall2023

Honors Ambassadors info session (online)
2023-09-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Online

First Look Fair
2023-09-08 | McKeldin Mall, McKeldin Mall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Whatever your thing is—sports, theater, community service, beekeeping, or just about anything else you can imagine—you can find it at the First Look Fair!
The First Look Fair is one of the longest-running involvement traditions at the University of Maryland. First Look Fair hosts over 650 student clubs and organizations and campus departments! The festive atmosphere is the perfect place to gather resources, learn more about how to get involved and connect with other students with similar interests.

Study Abroad Fair at Stamp
2023-09-05 14:00 - 17:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Just go away – and study abroad!
Visit the Study Abroad Fair on September 5 to explore hundreds of international programs for every student’s academic, financial and personal needs. Discover why Terps study abroad at twice the national average and learn how you can start your journey today.

Browse 275+ programs in 55+ countries to see what might fit your career, academic and personal goals!
Speak with study abroad alumni to hear about the experiences of students just like you!
Learn about scholarship opportunities to help fund your time abroad!
Explore international internship opportunities and increase your employability after graduation!

Whether you are looking to go abroad soon on one of our Winter, Spring or Spring Break programs or are planning for the future, the Study Abroad Fair is a great way to see what UMD has to offer beyond our campus borders.
Date: September 5
Place: Grand Ballroom, Stamp Student Union
Time: 2-5 p.m.

NextNOW Fest
2023-09-05 - 2023-09-14 | The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Clarice’s annual NextNOW Fest is an inspiring arts experience that celebrates imagination, creativity and community. By amplifying the voices of intriguing, inventive artists from around campus and our community, NextNOW Fest creates a forward-looking microcosm where art transforms our future and connects us all.
NextNOW Fest is a signature event in University of Maryland’s Arts for All initiative, which leverages the combined power of the arts, technology and social justice to address the grand challenges of our time. In addition to our student, academic and touring arts lineup at The Clarice, we’re thrilled to continue partnerships with student-led groups, academic departments and community organizations to hold the festival at sites throughout campus and into College Park!

Honors Convocation 2023
2023-08-24 19:30 - 20:30 | Dekelboum Concert Hall, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Incoming freshmen are invited to join us on Thursday, August 24 for our annual Honors Convocation. All freshmen will receive an email with details about the ceremony.

Latinx Graduation Celebration
2023-05-21 16:00 - 17:30 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Register now for the Spring 2023 Latinx Graduation Celebration being held Sunday, May 21 at 4 p.m. in the Adele H. Stamp Student Union! Register by 11:59 p.m. on April 5 at stamp.umd.edu/LGC2023 to be recognized in the celebration. Reach out to Alex Mullen at ajmul@umd.edu with any questions.

Maryland English Prison Initiative Book Drive
2023-05-15 | Prince Frederick Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Maryland English Prison Initiative is holding a book drive on May 12 and 15. Drop-off locations are McKeldin Library (May 12) and Prince Frederick Hall (May 15).
You can help by donating new, like new, and good condition paperbacks. Donations should be in either English or Spanish and contain no excessive underlining, highlighting, or margin notes. Books will be distributed to support prison libraries, education programs, and more.
By participating, you will be entered to win prizes at local businesses like RJ Bentley’s Restaurant, Ledo’s Pizza and Dunkin’ Donuts.
For more information, email Melanie Hunt at mhunt125@terpmail.umd.edu.

Maryland English Prison Initiative Book Drive
2023-05-12 | McKeldin Library, College Park, MD, 20742, United States

If You're Not Listening, You're Not Paying Attention: Dialogue as a Tool for Social Justice Advocacy
2023-05-08 15:00 - 16:00 | Edward St. John Learning and Teaching Center, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Office of the President Ombuds Officers and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion are hosting a talk by esteemed author, professor and speaker, Dr. Tania Israel. The event will take place on Monday, May 8th between 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in ESJ 2204.
Tania Israel is a Professor of Counseling Psychology at the University of California and award-winning author of Beyond Your Bubble: How to Connect Across the Political Divide, Skills and Strategies for Conversations That Work (APA, 2020). Dr. Israel’s work on dialogue across political difference has been received enthusiastically by professional conferences, corporations, campuses, political organizations, and faith communities. Her work has been highlighted on the TODAY show, the New York Times, the Washington Post, NPR, and in two widely viewed TEDx talks. She has received honors from Congress, the California State Legislature, and the American Psychological Association. To learn more, visit www.taniaisrael.com or connect with her on Instagram @drtaniaisrael.

Mid-Atlantic Research Day
2023-05-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus, 3101 Wyman Park Drive, Baltimore, MD, 21218, United States
The Mid-Atlantic Research Day is a collaborative event between the BMES of Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland, College Park where students are able to showcase their research in a poster format (and compete against others for a $5000 prize pool). This year, it will be held on the JHU campus on May 6, 2023, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Abstract submissions are due on March 31, 2023. The Ficshell Department of Bioengineering is working to arrange transportation for this event. During this all-day conference, students from all domains in the biomedical sciences can showcase their cutting-edge research and have the opportunity to participate in networking events, discover new internships, hear keynote speakers, engage in career-building workshops, enjoy free catered food, and attend a mixer. This event will be sponsored by AstraZeneca.

Registration Form: Click Here to Register
Abstract Submission Form: Click Here to Submit an Abstract
FAQ page: Click here for FAQ and tentative schedule

Just In Time Jobs Meetup (University Career Center & The President's Promise)
2023-05-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Looking for a post-graduation career opportunity, internship or summer job?
The University Career Center & The President’s Promise is hosting a Just In Time Jobs Meetup on Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 12-2 p.m.
The event will be held in person, on campus in the Atrium room, located in the Stamp Student Union. This is an informal event where students can explore full-time entry-level positions, summer internship opportunities and part-time employment.

CP Flea
2023-04-30 14:00 - 16:30 | Kappa Alpha Theta parking lot, 7407 Princeton Avenue, College Park, MD, 20740, United States
CP Flea is a pop-up outdoor flea market that will showcase various student-run small businesses selling vintage and handmade goods to promote sustainable shopping. The fashion industry accounts for an astonishing 10% of carbon emissions and is one of the biggest polluters in the world. CP Flea encourages college students to shop purposefully while discouraging the “disposable” mentality so prevalent in the world of fast fashion. A portion of all sales proceeds will be donated to Remake, a nonprofit organization that advocates for fair pay and climate justice in the clothing industry.

This event is organized as part of DCC student Samantha Liu’s capstone project.

Maryland Day
2023-04-29 10:00 - 16:00
Join the University of Maryland to celebrate 25 years of Maryland Day! Bring family and friends to our signature campus event dedicated to learning, discovery and new ideas.
