SGA Greek Life Impact Survey

The Student Government Association is collecting UMD student's opinions towards the impact of Social Greek Life towards our campus community! Please fill out this survey here: https://forms.gle/h7ND5uwtKzskVQZQ6

APPLY TODAY: Applications for the Sebastian Herbstein Memorial Scholarship in Fiction Writing are due on Friday, March 4, 2022 by 5 PM.

Attention creative writers! Are you a passionate fiction writer with a flair for storytelling? If so, submit your application today.

The Sebastian Herbstein Memorial Scholarship in Fiction Writing is a memorial scholarship that honors the memory of Sebastian Herbstein, a talented writer, dedicated scholar and son of UMD professor, Judith Freidenberg, which provides two prizes, $600 for first prize and $300 for second prize, for works of short fiction of 5,000 words or less. All full-time UMD undergraduate students are eligible to apply.

For complete award criteria, instructions, and an online application, please visit go.umd.edu/herbstein. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2021.

Questions regarding the scholarships or the application process can be directed to bsos-scholarships@umd.edu.

University of Maryland Scholars Summer Research Program (UM Scholars) A summer at the University of Maryland School of Medicine

The University of Maryland Scholars Summer Research Program (UM Scholars) at the School of Medicine is an exciting opportunity for UMCP students who are interested in biomedical research. Students will be immersed in research during the summer at the University of Maryland School of Medicine at UMB, the Baltimore campus, and mentored by the School of Medicine faculty members renowned in their fields. A wide range of research projects in biomedical and health service fields are available depending on interest. The UM Scholars program includes a variety of enrichment activities that deepen the students’ understanding of biomedical research, introduce them to different academic and career paths, and connect them with like-minded peers including medical students and other health professional students. A stipend of $4,500 will be provided. The program is an initiative under the University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State (MPower).

Summer 2022 program information and application materials are available through the 2022 program webpage. Respond through the Interest Form to express your interest in the program and for important program information and announcements. Questions can be sent to Ask UM Scholars.

Deadline for applications is February 8, 2022.

Alternative Spring Break Program | Participant Application Now Open

What does student social justice work look like in a world where our campus boundaries seem to be the limit of our reach? How do we connect meaningfully and sustainably with one another in an in-person environment? If you’ve been asking yourself these questions, Alternative Spring Break programs might be the perfect fit for you.

This Spring, Alternative Breaks has returned to in-person experiences, focusing on empowering students to learn in community with one another and take action toward just causes.  The Alternative Breaks Program will consist of a week-long experience over spring break, where each team will be diving deeply into a particular social issue area by evaluating resources together, engaging with the topic in individual and global contexts, and seeking an active role in social justice by fostering relationships with community partners on-site. Participants will engage with community partners through direct service to turn their knowledge into safe, responsible, and sustainable action. Issue areas will include Environmental Conservation, Education, Ability, Socioeconomic Equity, Health and Wellness, and Food Insecurity. Student Leaders will be diving deep into a specific aspect of their issue area as they lead these experiences.

These week-long experiences will take place over the course of spring break, from Saturday, March 19th, 2022 to Saturday, March 26th, 2022. Students will also need to attend pre-experience meetings to learn about their topic and prepare for their experience. Participant applications will close Tuesday, February 15, 2022! If you have any questions or need more information, email alternativebreaks@umd.edu, or check out our website at alternativebreaks.umd.edu 

Program Information and Details

Program Details:

• Alternative Spring Break Experiences looks to build a world in which UMD students are empowered citizens in community together, taking action toward just causes.

• Through deliberative and reflective dialogues, direct service, and meaningful education which address global social issues, student participants will exchange, evaluate, and take action towards different ideas and approaches that challenge specific social, political and economic structures of our global community. 

• Direct service with community partners will demonstrate how students can turn their knowledge into action in safe, responsible, and sustainable ways.

• Interested students must be willing to commit their Spring Breaks, from Saturday, March 19, 2022 to Saturday, March 26, 2022. 

• The experience is in-person, and costs vary depending on the experience each participant is placed in.

• Program cost is all inclusive of lodging, meals, transportation, and education activities.

Who should participate?:

• Any student that wants to explore community development, civic engagement, local issues, leadership, and service.

• Undergraduate and graduate students interested in exploring social issues that include environmental conservations, education, socioeconomic inequality, healthcare, and more. 

How will you benefit from participating?:

• Connect with a community of peers from across campus and create new friendships. 

• Develop and practice personal and group leadership skills such as active listening, reflection, critical thinking, communication, as well as civic engagement through in-person service.

• Learn how to effectively engage in constructive dialogue.

What should I expect?

• Active engagement in personal reflection, listening, small group dialogue, and small group activities.

• Thought-provoking questions and dialogue around social issues.

• Making connections between social issues and your academic, personal, professional, or civic life.

• Engaging in direct service alongside community partners. 

• Participating in meaningful reflections to understand the impacts of community service on social justice.

• Identifying at least one action step to take towards a social issue you are passionate about.

Application Information:

• Visit alternativebreaks.umd.edu to sign up starting Friday, December 3rd 2021.

• The deadline to apply is Sunday, February 13th, 2021. 

For more information or questions, visit alternativebreaks.umd.edu or contact us at alternativebreaks@umd.edu

ODK applications are now live and deadline to apply is February 11th!

Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society applications are now available. Eligible junior, senior, and graduate students should visit www.odk.umd.edu to begin the application process. Membership applications must be received electronically no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday, February 11, 2022.

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Recognizing and Addressing the Role of Power in Racism and Antiracism Efforts

Student Summer Employment with Terp Young Scholars

Terp Young Scholars (TYS), a 3-week pre-college program for high school students, invites you to apply to be on one of our 2022 mentor teams!

TYS offers two learning options: TYS-Campus and TYS-Online. Both options are offered July 11-29, 2022.

In both options, mentors work together to supervise Terp Young Scholars to ensure a safe, inclusive, diverse, and welcoming environment. Position descriptions and the application can be found on the Terp Young Scholars Mentor Opportunities Website.

Requirements for all positions:

• Must have a desire to work with students ages 13-19
• Must be a current UMD degree-seeking student
• Must attend one of the following mandatory training sessions:
• July 7-9 (Online Lead Mentors)
• July 8-9 (Online Program Mentors)
• July 7-10 (Campus Lead and Activity Mentors)
• July 8-10 (Campus Program Mentors)

Additional requirements for TYS-Campus positions:

• Must reside in provided residence hall housing from July 10-29
• Prohibited from enrolling in Summer Session II courses

Compensation:

• TYS-Campus General Program Mentors: $4,200
• TYS-Campus Lead Activity Mentors: $4,400
• TYS-Campus Lead Residential Mentors: $4,600
• TYS-Online General Program Mentors: $2,000
• TYS-Online Lead Mentors: $2,400

In addition, TYS-Campus mentors receive housing (single room), meals, and a campus recreation pass.

Information sessions:

Attend an information session to learn more about the program and ask questions. You must register for an information session to receive a Zoom link. Below are the information session dates being offered:

• Friday, January 28, 2022 from 2 - 3 p.m.
• Monday, January 31, 2022 from 5 - 6 p.m.

The application deadline is February 4 at 5 p.m. EST. Contact tys@umd.edu if you have questions about the positions, program or application.