University of Maryland Honors College

Honors Ice Cream Social – Reading Day
2024-05-10 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Anne Arundel Hall, Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, 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!

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.

Honors Convocation 2024
2024-08-22 19:30 - 21:00 | 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 22 for our annual Honors Convocation. All freshmen will receive an email with details about the ceremony.

Honors Ambassador info session (in-person)
2024-09-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Anne Arundel Hall, Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Are you passionate about UMD and want to help prospective students get an insider’s view of life at the Honors College? Become an Honors Ambassador and make a difference!

Not sure what the role involves? Join us for one of our info sessions to get all the details.

Info Session Dates:

Sept 11 at 6pm in the Anne Arundel Hall Basement Lounge
Sept 16 at 5pm via Zoom (go.umd.edu/HAInfoSession2024)

The Honors Ambassador application is NOW OPEN!

Honors Ambassador info session (online)
2024-09-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Online
Are you passionate about UMD and want to help prospective students get an insider’s view of life at the Honors College? Become an Honors Ambassador and make a difference!

Not sure what the role involves? Join us for one of our info sessions to get all the details.

Info Session Dates:

Sept 11 at 6pm in the Anne Arundel Hall Basement Lounge
Sept 16 at 5pm via Zoom (go.umd.edu/HAInfoSession2024)

The Honors Ambassador application is NOW OPEN!
Apply now

Honors Ice Cream Social
2024-09-17 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, September 17, 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!

Careers for Change: Storytellers
2024-09-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water Street SE, Suite 200, Washington, DC, 20003, United States
Join a community of professionals using their careers and their stories to solve the world’s biggest challenges. This is an opportunity to build community and share what drives you in your career to have a positive impact on the world.
This event hosted by Reservoir Center for Water Solutions is part of their Careers for Change series that empowers college students and rising professionals to harness their skills and energy to have a positive impact on the world around them.
Everyone is welcome – college students, early-career professionals, and seasoned veterans alike.
Free food and refreshments. Doors open at 5:30 PM and the event begins at 6:30 PM.

UMDMUN presents John Dinkleman, Diplomat in Residence (Fall 2024 Speaker Series)
2024-09-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Tawes Hall, College Park, MD, United States
This semester, the University of Maryland Model United Nations Team (UMDMUN) is hosting a fall speaker series inviting professionals in the foreign service and international relations sector to campus to talk to students about their experience and how the work at UMDMUN ties into international relations work. Their first speaker, John Dinkleman, will come to campus on Thursday, September 26 from 6-7 PM in Tawes Hall Room 1100.
This is an open event to any students (all majors all years) and non-members of the organization.

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!

Honors College Prospective Student Online Information Session
2024-10-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-16 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Online
The admissions staff of the Honors College will offer virtual information sessions in October, giving prospective students an opportunity to learn more about the Honors College, the admissions process, and what the Honors College offers.

Spill the Tea: Election Edition with the Black Honors Caucus
2024-10-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Anne Arundel Hall, Anne Arundel Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
UMD’s Black Honors Caucus is hosting their Spill the Tea Event: Election Edition on Wednesday, October 2 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Anne Arundel Hall basement. They are partnering with the Black Pre-Law Association, Black Girls Vote, and Terps Vote. Food will be provided.

Terp Thon Fall Fest
2024-10-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Hornbake Plaza, Hornbake Library, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join Terp Thon for their annual Fall Fest on October 4th from 11 AM to 3 PM at Hornbake Plaza! Dive into a day full of excitement with activities like Terp Thon Thrift, pumpkin painting, a bake sale, a raffle, and tons of fun games. Plus, explore various resource tables offering unique experiences. This is a great way to have fun while supporting Children’s National Hospital.
Event information:

Friday, October 4, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Hornbake Plaza

Mental Health Awareness Week
2024-10-06 - 2024-10-12
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
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)

Debate: Will Taxing Capital Gains Create a Fairer Economy?
2024-10-22 18:00 - 19:30 | The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
The Ed Snider Center for Enterprise and Markets is hosting its annual debate in collaboration with The Steamboat Institute. The topic is: Will Taxing Capital Gains Create a Fairer Economy? This year’s debaters will be Ben Harris PhD and Steve Moore. The event will be in Gildenhorn Recital Hall at The Clarice on Tuesday, October 22 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.

Election Dialogues: What does this election mean for environmental regulations?
2024-10-23 18:30 - 19:30 | Tawes Hall, College Park, MD, United States

Dis/Ability Inclusive Practices for Students - DEI Dinner
2024-10-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Stamp Student Union, Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Calling all students and student leaders!
Dive into an interactive session designed to spark conversation around disability inclusion in higher education. Explore critical questions and engage in meaningful dialogue that challenges perceptions, to foster a more inclusive campus environment. FREE dinner provided to those who RSVP. Graduate and undergraduate students are welcome!
Dr. Warren is the Director of Disability Services at the University of Chicago and recently received her Doctor of Education in Education Policy, Organization & Leadership with a concentration in Diversity & Education from The University of Illinois. Dr. Warren is also an NCCJ St. Louis certified DEI FaciliTrainer. With 25 years of experience as a disability accommodation specialist and assistive technology subject matter expert, she has grown into a well-respected disability inclusion advocate, speaker, leader, and thought partner in establishing innovative ways to incorporate disability as a part of diversity and inclusion efforts.
Please email Leslie Kraft at lkrafft@umd.edu if you need any accommodations or if you have any dietary restrictions.
This DEI Dinner is made possible by the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, the Division of Student Affairs, The College of Behavioral & Social Sciences, the Department of Biomolecular Engineering, the College of Information Studies, the College of Education, and the Graduate School.
Event information:

Thursday, October 24, 5-7 p.m.
Stamp Student Union, Benjamin Banneker Room

BSU-UMD Social Justice Alliance Workshop
2024-10-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Van Munching Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
You’re invited to the annual BSU-UMD Social Justice Alliance Workshop on Friday, October 25th in 2202 Van Munching Hall on UMD’s campus from 10 am to 3 pm. Transportation will be provided from Bowie State to the University of Maryland. Please RSVP at go.umd.edu/sjaw. All are welcome!

The purpose of this gathering space is to foster a creative and collaborative spirit among and between Bowie State University and the University of Maryland, by cultivating an environment where differences are honored. Throughout the day they will facilitate an inclusive community that supports the interruption of oppressive patterns, individual and collective responsibility, power sharing across marginalized and privileged identities, and LOVE. This is an interactive workshop meant to spark dialogue, collaboration, and understanding.

Wicked Problems: Policy Threats
2024-10-29 17:00 | Thurgood Marshall Hall, Thurgood Marshall Hall, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Join the School of Public Policy for an interactive, discussion-based event featuring experts on today’s most pressing policy threats.
Dive into chilling conversations and explore the policy issues that keep us up at night:

Fright Night: Election and Threats to Democracy
Bone Chilling Burdens: Poverty and Economic Insecurity
BOO-ming Threats: Global Security Threats
They’re Coming to Get You: Human Rights

Enjoy food, treats, and exciting prizes, and show off your spooky spirit in our Halloween costume competition for a chance to win big. All attendees will receive a limited-edition Wicked Problems poster.
Event details:

Date: October 29, 2024
Time: 5pm
Location: Atrium, Thurgood Marshall Hall

Honors Ice Cream Social
2024-10-30 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, October 30, 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!

Election Dialogues: What does this election mean for the cost of college?
2024-10-30 18:30 - 19:30 | Tawes Hall, College Park, MD, United States

Dia de los Muertos celebration
2024-11-01 17:00 | 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
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
