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Wellness   Workshop  series provides students with skill-based  workshops  on 16 different topics rotating throughout each month as well as a weekly and space for connection and support. Students can attend as many of these drop-in  workshops  as they would like. No prior contact with the Counseling Center is necessary. Please share the attached flyer and this link:  counseling.umd.edu/ works hops /  widely with students and with faculty/staff who interact often with students. In addition to sharing broadly, feel free to refer individual students who you think may benefit. Students do not need to be struggling to benefit from these  workshops ! For example, our Dealing with Disappointment, Managing Imposter Syndrome, Conquer Procrastination Now, and Effective Communication Skills  workshops  (just to name a few) address common life experiences for college students.

Citizens' Climate Lobby. Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, grassroots advocacy climate change organization focused on national policies to address climate change. We offer extensive opportunities for students to get involved. Taking meaningful action on climate change using the tools of democracy: CCL Informational Session for Students Want to do something about climate change? Tune in to our Informational Session to learn about Citizens’ Climate Lobby and how you can make a difference in creating the political will for legislation that will put us on the path to reduce the emissions that are changing our climate.  By attending this session you will learn: Who we are: CCL's mission, history, values Our solution to climate change: Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act Our method: Utilizing the tools of democracy to effect political change Get involved: Find your advocacy community and take action on climate Internships, fellowships, volunteer and tra

We're so excited to have you back on campus and hope that you will join us for the AGNR Welcome Back Bash! This is a great event to kick off the year, enjoy a meal,, meet new people, get involved, and have some FUN!  See below for more information and click the link provided to let us know if you expect to join us. Pre-registration is not required but strongly encouraged!

This fall we return to our regular deadlines and grading systems . These guidelines are as follows: Dropping a course or four credits by the 10th week of classes for a mark of W. A mark of Pass indicates that a student earned a C- or better . Prior to Spring 2021, Pass indicated a grade of D- or better. An emergency policy changed the Pass to a C-, and the Senate will vote this fall on keeping the higher grade requirement.  All other aspects of the regular Pass/Fail grading options will apply this fall . Students may elect to take one class with the Pass/Fail grading method per semester, for a total of 12 credits during their undergraduate career, but the P/F course cannot meet major, minor, or General Education requirements . Students must have earned 30 credits (at least 15 of those credits should be from the University of Maryland) and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0. Students must select their grading method for a course by the last day of the schedule adjustment period.   Be famil

The   Minor in International Development and Conflict Management   (MIDCM)   still has open spots and will continue to accept and make decisions about applications on a rolling basis through   August 31 .  The program website has   information about applying .  In advance of applying, we recommend that students check out the pages about   coursework   and   frequently asked questions . Undergraduate students in all majors are encouraged to consider MIDCM.   The combination of programs can be a great fit for multiple reasons: ·              MIDCM focuses on important contemporary issues with wide relevance.   The program is geared around the major challenges of underdevelopment and instability observed around the world – and their intersections and interactions. These challenges are frequently central to what occurs at a domestic level in individual countries and throughout the international community. The program emphasizes understanding of these challenges and activities to identify,

  Position Summary The Digital Marketing position at CGS will assist the team in promoting the work of the Center and enhancing the Center’s online presence and reach through strong digital marketing strategies. The coordinator will report to the Senior Manager of Strategic Engagement. CGS is committed to supporting our student employee's career ambitions and goals. There is potential for the responsibilities of this position to evolve and grow over time. Responsibilities Maintain and manage the website, including drafting of any announcements, commentary, research updates etc. Work directly with researchers and faculty to translate important research for general audience consumption  Assist with events, as needed, including drafting and sending invitations, crafting the online event page, and designing Assist with development, production, and design coordination of reports and associated products Provide assistance to the CGS team for other ad-hoc project needs Required Qualificat

Description The pursuit of environmental justice is one of the great human undertakings of our time. It touches on the most essential aspects of our shared humanity and provides a snapshot-in-real-time of how we treat others and treat our world. Far from being only a legalized statute belonging to the great nation-states, environmental justice abides at the intersection of human stability, human accountability, and human rights. As such, it allows us to look at the vagaries of climate approaches not just as abstractions but as realities that touch on our most basic human norms – peace, justice, and human security. By first examining how issues of race, gender, creed, and nation spin a fabric of moral norms and ethical realities, we can better construct a vision of environmental justice and climate security in which all humanity can benefit. This conference brings together leading scholars from a range of disciplines to discuss solutions to the climate crisis. By approaching the challen

MaryPIRG is a student-funded, student-directed public interest advocacy organization. Last year they helped pass Maryland's Hunger Free Campus Act and students with our Climate Coalition helped to author a bill to get all USM campuses to accelerate their carbon neutrality commitments. This fall they’ll be working on campaigns to stop climate change, protect our public health, end hunger, make college more affordable, and more! Their internships and volunteer positions provide students with the opportunity to learn about all the facets of running a public advocacy campaign, from organizing on the ground, to generating media attention, to working with elected officials. Here is the application link for any interested students: APPLY HERE .

  ARE YOU AN UNDERGRADUATE INTERESTED IN EXPLORING RESEARCH  OPPORTUNITIES FOR FALL 2021 AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND?  The Maryland Student  Researchers (MSR) program maintains a University-wide database where UMD researchers post research  opportunities for undergraduate students. It is a great way for undergraduates to learn about the rewards and challenges of academic research. Nearly 200 projects are available this Fall 2021 with more being added so check back regularly over the next several weeks. To review the Maryland Student  Researchers database with nearly 200 available opportunities (more added daily) by  clicking here (Links to an external site.) .  You can also register for NEXT WEEK'S info sessions about using the MSR database and other ways to find research opportunities:  Click here to register for Wednesday, Sept. 1at 3:30 PM Click here to register for Thursday, Sept. 2 at 10:00 AM Click here to register for Friday, Sept. 3 at 12:00 PM Click here to register for

  Are you an undergraduate student, Pell Grant recipient, and U.S. citizen with international interests? You may be eligible to apply for the U.S. State Department’s  Benjamin A.  Gilman  International Scholarship , which provides up to $5,000!  In the last 5 years, 136  UMD  students have won  Gilman  Scholarships, winning a total of $450,050!  The deadline to apply for virtual, in-person and hybrid programs beginning between Dec 2021 and October 2022 is October 5, 2021. **If Spring 2022 Study Abroad program are affected by COVID students will most likely be able to use their Gilman awards for study abroad in a future semester.**  To be added to our  Gilman  ELMS resource page, which offers a lot of helpful information as well as successful example essays,  please fill out this brief survey.    GILMAN  INFORMATION SESSIONS WITH EDUCATION ABROAD  The National Scholarships Office and the Office of Education Abroad imagine that you may have many questions about the  Gilman  scholarship,

Description : A Digital Communications intern is needed to assist in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources’ (AGNR) digital media efforts. Responsibilities include developing and updating content for the college website and social media. Students will learn and work in Drupal, AGNR’s website content management system, and assist with the college’s presence on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn with content development, photography, and videography. The intern will also be expected to attend occasional on and off-campus events for social media coverage and perform other duties as assigned. The Communications Intern will work 10 hours per week throughout the fall 2021 semester. Qualifications: The Digital Communications intern must be an excellent writer, with the ability to summarize complex topics into succinct updates and posts. Photography skills or an “artistic eye” is preferred to help document campus events and projects. Knowledge of Facebook, Twitter

The   Agroecology Lab   at the University of Maryland is seeking a data analysis intern for the Fall semester for a project focusing on dietary diversity and urban agriculture. We are interested in understanding how urban farms might be able to help meet micronutrient gaps among people receiving food assistance in Washington DC. The intern will be responsible for cleaning and analyzing harvest data collected from an urban farm over the last 5 years and creating micronutrient profiles for each crop type. Necessary skills:  Interest in farming, nutrition, and food systems Extensive experience working with data in Excel Experience with R or Python  Attention to detail  Application information: 2-3 credits offered depending on hours committed to project Deadline to apply:   27 Aug 2021 Please send me ( kltully@umd.edu ) your resume/CV, unofficial transcript, and within the body of the email please describe the following: Why you are interested in this internship and this project Your previ

The Big Sky Watershed Corps program, which is currently accepting applications. This program could be of great interest to current seniors or recent graduates.  Big Sky Watershed Corps (BSWC) is one of the premier, professional AmeriCorps programs in the country.  The program focuses on supporting local watershed communities while providing members with meaningful professional development. The program is ideal for young professionals with a passion for natural resources and wanting to pursue a career in the environmental sciences. Along with gaining hands-on experience, the program offers the below training to members and has seen an over 90% job placement rate of members after completing their term of service.  Member training includes; ArcGIS-Certificate from U.C. Davis Accredited Experiential Education-Instructor Certification Principles of Fundraising, Philanthropy & Grant Writing Communication, Marketing & Outreach Best Practices Federal, State, and Private Fundraising St