BSU-UMD Social Justice Alliance – Legacies of Loss: From The Barn to the Bus Stop

The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center College Park, MD, 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.

Pre-Med and Pre-Dent Workshop at Nyumburu Cultural Center

Nyumburu Cultural Center 4018 Campus Drive, College Park, MD, 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.

Understanding the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Webinar

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. This webinar is for UMD faculty, staff, students, and alumni who are interested in learning more about the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Global FEWture Alliance Symposium

Stamp Student Union Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD, United States

Join the FREE Global FEWture Alliance Annual Symposium at the Stamp Student Union, April 23-24! Faculty, students, and staff with interest in any aspect of the Food-Energy-Water nexus, climate change, and global public health, are welcome to present short talks and posters. No presentation is required to attend, and registrants will enjoy free food, drinks, and exciting conversations with new contacts.

Honors Citation Ceremony – Spring 2025

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

Our Spring 2025 Citation Ceremony will take place at the UMD Memorial Chapel from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

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 Wednesday, May 14 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!