December Grads- Congrats!

 Please complete the survey request below.  UMD wants to know what's next for you!

December Grads- Congrats! We want to hear about your post-graduation plans!

Click the link below to share what your post-graduation plans include. The collected information is used to demonstrate the success of our graduates to your college Dean, future students, prospective employers, and the public at large, so your response is very important! The survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete. Please note that information provided in individual responses will be kept confidential. Survey results will be reported in aggregate.

When you access the survey you will be prompted to login with your Directory ID and password. Only those students reported as graduating in August/December 2014 will be able to access the survey - if you are unable to access and graduated in August/December 2014 please contact Adrianne Bradford at abradfor@umd.edu ASAP to receive access.

To start the Graduation/First Destination Survey - CLICK HERE.

Paid Internship with National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace

Paid Internship with National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace The National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace (NSTIC) National Program Office (NPO) intern will assist NSTIC staff with communications, policy, and other weekly tasks including: media tracking and monitoring, analytics analyses for social media communication publications, assistance with the development of content for internal and external publications, recording meeting minutes, and the editing of documents prior to dissemination. The part-time intern will attend communication and policy meetings and will have the opportunity to work alongside experts in the identity management field to get hands-on professional experience for the future.    Candidates should be available to work 10 hours per week (on-site at the Department of Commerce in Washington, DC). Candidates should also currently be enrolled in a Communication, Policy, Political Science or Journalism program (or related field) as an undergraduate student and should have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Juniors and Seniors are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a paid internship. Hourly pay will be discussed with candidates selected for an interview.    Candidates must be well organized, have the ability to work collaboratively and think critically, and should have strong writing skills. Experience with the Microsoft product suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) is required. Prior experience writing for professional publications and graphic design experience is a plus.  Interested students should send a resume and cover letter to NSTICfyi@nist.gov by January 5th, 2015 at 11:59 p.m.

1 CR online course--spr2015

PSYC 123 – The Psychology of Getting Hired

Simply having a college degree is not enough – if you want to be competitive in the professional world you need to devote as much time and effort in developing your professional credentials and materials as you do to your coursework.  Together we will explore psychological principles that influence the selection process and how you can apply them for the edge that makes your competition Fear the Turtle!

http://ter.ps/psyc123

December Grads - We want to hear about your post-graduation plans!

December Grads - We want to hear about your post-graduation plans! Click the link below to share what your post-graduation plans include. The collected information is used to demonstrate the success of our graduates to your college Dean, future students, prospective employers, and the public at large, so your response is very important! The survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete. Please note that information provided in individual responses will be kept confidential. Survey results will be reported in aggregate. When you access the survey you will be prompted to login with your Directory ID and password. Only those students reported as graduating in August/December 2014 will be able to access the survey - if you are unable to access and graduated in August/December 2014 please contact Adrianne Bradford at abradfor@umd.edu ASAP to receive access. To start the Graduation/First Destination Survey - CLICK HERE.

Career Survey - Find Employers that Interest You

Career Survey - Find Employers that Interest You The University Career Center & The President’s Promise kindly requests your participation in Universum’s 2015 Student Survey. It's free and takes less than 15 minutes! Let your opinions be heard! You can access the survey here: http://uledge.co/marylandcollegepark. This survey helps you by providing an in-depth review of who you are as an applicant, suggesting employers and industries you may not otherwise have considered.  This survey also helps us help you! Your aggregate responses (individual responses remain anonymous) will help our Center to better understand the UMD population and reach out to companies based on your interests. Thanks for your participation! Questions, contact Allynn Powell, Associate Director, Professional Preparation at the University Career Center.

Looking For A 1 Credit Winter Course?

Looking For A 1 Credit Winter Course? Looking to enroll in a one credit course this winter semester?  Consider EDHI 338A: Race/Ethnicity! This intergroup dialogue examines issues that exist across racial and ethnic differences and explores how marginalization, privilege, and prejudice related to race, ethnicity, skin color, etc. impacts interpersonal, structural, and systemic aspects of society. People of all racial, biracial, and multiracial identities are welcome. Dates: January 15, 20, 21, 22, 2015 Times: 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM To Register: http://www.diversity.umd.edu/Click "WEIDP Registration"

December Grads- Congrats!

 Please complete the survey request below.  UMD wants to know what's next for you!

December Grads- Congrats! We want to hear about your post-graduation plans!

Click the link below to share what your post-graduation plans include. The collected information is used to demonstrate the success of our graduates to your college Dean, future students, prospective employers, and the public at large, so your response is very important! The survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete. Please note that information provided in individual responses will be kept confidential. Survey results will be reported in aggregate.

When you access the survey you will be prompted to login with your Directory ID and password. Only those students reported as graduating in August/December 2014 will be able to access the survey - if you are unable to access and graduated in August/December 2014 please contact Adrianne Bradford at abradfor@umd.edu ASAP to receive access.

To start the Graduation/First Destination Survey - CLICK HERE.

Want to intern for the park police?

Duties and Responsibilities of Park Police Intern

Intern will be assigned to some or all the following sections within the Park Police Division and perform the following tasks:

·         Communications Section: Answer telephone/ direct calls from citizens,  dispatch calls for service, enter details in computerized system, Contacts M-NCPPC staff and external agencies (e.g. county police, fire and rescue, towing companies)  monitor alarms and closed circuit camera system, Serves walk-in visitors requesting M-NCPPC and/or Park Police assistance to provide information and relay messages

·         Investigative Section: Assist detectives with research , data entry, basic follow-up investigations,  filing and organization of field interviews

·         Community Services Section: Assists with community events/Park Police informational table, conduct safety surveys of park patrons/compile survey into reports. Intern will be assigned on occasion to ride-along with the Park Ranger.

·         Property Section: Assist with evidence intake, filing and organization.

·         Records Section: Assist with copy, distribution, filing of citations, reports etc. Interact with citizens, attorney’s and other agencies with regarding paying for copies of reports and tickets.

·         Park Police Special Operations (Barn/Stable Operations) : Inter will be assigned to barn manager and will have hands on training regarding safety around horses, grooming, horse nutrition/first aid, cleaning stalls, care for equipment, and general barn management.  Intern may assist mounted officer with a police/horse show-n-tell at a local school.

·         Patrol Section: Intern will go on occasional ride-along with patrol officers to learn basic patrol operations.

·         Intern may attend annual In-Service Training with police officers.

Please let Dr. Stickle (wstickle@umd.edu) know if you are interested in this internship by sending her a cover letter and resume.

New UMD@USG Blog--visit the site, win a prize!

Hello Terps,

The University of Maryland College Park at Shady Grove has a new blog called Behind The Shell featuring UMD staff and student posts. In addition, the blog is having a kickoff contest for our readers. Visit the blog and enter the contest to win an Amazon gift card. So as you prepare for finals and the end of the semester, check out our blog at behindtheshell.com  for a chance at winning an awesome freebie just in time for the holiday season.

Paid Public Affairs Internship with the Department of Justice

Paid Public Affairs Internship with the Department of Justice Job Title:Student Trainee (Public Affairs) Department:Department Of Justice Agency:Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys Job Announcement Number:15-EOUSA-1269620-PP    Application Deadline: December 15, 2014 https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/387615200

Transform your courses today!

Transform your courses today! You have the power to improve everyone’s academic experience!  Your confidential feedback in CourseEvalUM helps faculty and administrators make decisions about teaching and learning at Maryland. Each evaluation may take only 5-10 minutes and it’s confidential. Be sure to submit you evaluations by Sunday, December 14. Make your opinions count!

Last Day of Classes is December 12th

Last Day of Classes is December 12th The Last Day of Classes for the Fall 2014 semester is Friday, December 12, 2014. ***This is also the last day to withdraw from all Fall 2014 courses, which must be done in-person at the Registrar’s Office in the Mitchell Building or by seeing Dr. Stickle.*** Don’t forget to complete your course evaluations at https://courseevalum.umd.edu/ If you are graduating, see information about the ceremonies at http://www.commencement.umd.edu/ Good Luck on Finals! Finals begin on Monday, December 15th and run through Saturday, December 20th.

Apply Now for BSOS Scholarships!

Apply Now for BSOS Scholarships! The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences offers several scholarships to current students. Each scholarship has individual eligibility criteria. Applications are due on January 23, 2015. Scholarship awards are for the fall 2015 semester. For additional information and requirements, please visit: http://bsosundergrad.umd.edu/opportunities/bsos-college-scholarships The college offers the following scholarship awards: § Irv & Micki Goldstein Scholarship Award § Jean & Robert Steele Scholarship Award § Katherine Pedro & Robert S. Beardsley Scholarship Award § Murray E. Polakoff Scholarship Award § The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences Scholarship Award § The Montgomery Family Endowed Scholarship Award Deadline to apply: Friday, January 23 by 5:00 p.m. For materials that cannot be submitted in your online application, please send or deliver remaining items to: Attn: Blessing Enekwe College of Behavioral & Social Sciences University of Maryland 2141 Tydings Hall College Park, MD 20742 or email bsos-scholarships@umd.edu. Questions regarding the scholarships or the application process can be e-mailed to: bsosscholarships@gmail.com. Please include "scholarships" in the subject line when e-mailing. All electronic recommendations should be sent from a University email address to bsos-scholarships@umd.edu. Thank you!

Pentagon Force Protection Agency Hiring

Please see the employment opportunity link below. The job announcement is open from : 12/01/2014 to 12/15/2014.

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/387880500

New MSW program at USG--Info Session THIS WEEK!

Interested In Cybersecurity? Consider Applying To The ACES II Program

Interested In Cybersecurity? Consider Applying To The ACES II Program

Gilman International Scholarship Program

Gilman International Scholarship Program Are you thinking about studying abroad or interning abroad in SUMMER or FALL 2015 or ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-16? Are you a US CITIZEN receiving a PELL GRANT (a federal need-based educational grant)? The Gilman International Scholarship Program offers 1,700 scholarships of up to $5,000 to students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies world-wide. Such international study is intended to better prepare U.S. students to assume significant roles in an increasingly global economy and interdependent world. In the past three years more than 100 Maryland students have won Gilman Scholarships! To learn more and to receive advice about preparing a Gilman Scholarship application, RSVP at gilman@umd.edu to one of the following information sessions. All session will be at 2403 Marie Mount Hall. § Monday, December 8, at 12:00 pm § Tuesday, December 9, at 12:00 pm § Wednesday, December 10, at 12:00 pm § Thursday, December 11, at 4:30 pm § Friday, December 12, at 4:30 pm If you cannot attend please contact us through our Gilman Portal and we will reach out to you: http://www.scholarships.umd.edu/gilman Eligibility Requirements: US Citizens - Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors - All Majors - Must be studying abroad for at least 4 weeks - Must have FAFSA demonstrated financial need and be receiving a Pell Grant. Application Deadline: March 3, 2015 - this is the deadline to apply for scholarships for study abroad programs for summer 2015, fall 2015 and academic year 2015-16.

Complete your course evaluations NOW!

UMD ACES II Cybersecurity Program

The new ACES II Cybersecurity Program  is recruiting students from across campus, including BSOS students. Although no prior computer programming is required, an interest in cybersecurity and a minimum of calculus I and a college-level statistics course are strongly recommended.   ACES II members will have access to industry professionals and become members of the Honors College.

The ACES Director's vision is that the challenges of cybersecurity can only be addressed through studying human behavior and developing technical solutions. 

Application will be available in early December 2014 for fall 2015.

Winter CCJS courses in College Park

Students,

This is a reminder that winter registration is open and active.  Winter is a great time for students to get ahead in their requirements and enroll in smaller, more discussion-based courses.  The CCJS department is offering several classes during the winter session including:

• CCJS 300 Criminological and Criminal Justice Research Methods
• CCJS 350 Juvenile Delinquency
• CCJS 370 Race, Crime and Criminal Justice
• CCJS454 Contemporary Criminological Theory

Registration for the winter session is completed through Testudo.  Winter term begins Monday, January 5, 2015 and ends Friday, January 23, 2015.  All students are limited to enrolling in one course during winter term.  For more information on the winter term including billing, registration, requirements and deadlines, please visit the winter term website at: www.winter.umd.edu.  

Law School Interview Series

Law School Interview Series ***Note this event is taking place in College Park but may be valuable to attend. The UCC and Pre-Law Advising Office is hosting interviews for students with admissions personnel from area law schools. The following law schools will be visiting campus to conduct pre-scheduled interviews: William and Mary, University of Maryland, Richmond, Georgetown, Baltimore, American, Howard, George Washington, Catholic, Pitt, Villanova, George Mason, Drexel. To view available registration dates and register: 1. Access Careers4Terps at http://career.umd.edu/ 2. Log in with your Directory ID and password 3. Once on the homepage, hover the "Events" tab on the top navigation bar and click "Workshops" 4. Select a school and timeslot to reserve. You will receive an automated confirmation email from the     system Interviews are intended for applicants applying for Fall 2015 Admission. Please only sign up for schools you think are reasonable reaches for you and that you would consider attending. Contact the Pre-Law Advising Office at prelawadvisor@umd.edu with any questions.

Teach English Abroad This Summer

Teach English Abroad This Summer Learning Enterprises is a non-profit organization with the mission of expanding people’s horizons through conversation-based English language classes taught by American and international volunteers. There are opportunities in China, Thailand, Mongolia, Poland, Romania/Croatia, Hungary/Slovakia, Panama, Mauritius, Brazil, and Moldova. The biggest difference between Learning Enterprises and other service organizations is that we don’t charge our volunteers for volunteering abroad. Info Session: Thursday, December 4th @ Rm. 1213, Art/Sociology Building (Time: 6:30-7:20pm) Check out the Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/886817704671043/ Applications Open: Monday, November 24th Early Application Deadline: Sunday January 11th Applications Close: Saturday, February 7th Decisions and offers are made on a rolling basis, no later than Sunday March 8th If you have any other questions, please contact maryland@learningenterprises.org or visit our website www.learningenterprises.org.

Study Abroad Scholarship - Pell Grant Recipients

Are you thinking about studying abroad or interning abroad in SUMMER or FALL 2015 or ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-16? Are you a US CITIZEN receiving a PELL GRANT (a federal need-based educational grant)?

The GILMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP provides up to $5000 for study abroad for students who receive Pell Grants.  In the past three years more than 100 Maryland students have won Gilman Scholarships!

To learn more and to receive advice about preparing a Gilman Scholarship application, RSVP at gilman@umd.edu to one of the following information sessions.
Monday, December 8, at 12:00 pm, 2403 Marie Mount Hall
Tuesday, December 9, at 12:00 pm, 2403 Marie Mount Hall
Wednesday, December 10, at 12:00 pm, 2403 Marie Mount Hall
Thursday, December 11, at 4:30 pm, 2403 Marie Mount Hall
Friday, December 12, at 4:30 pm, 2403 Marie Mount Hall
If you cannot attend please contact us through our Gilman Portal and we will reach out to you: http://www.scholarships.umd.edu/gilman

Eligibility Requirements: US Citizens - Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors - All Majors - Must be studying abroad for at least 4 weeks - Must have FAFSA demonstrated financial need and be receiving a Pell Grant.

Application Deadline: March 3, 2015 - this is the deadline to apply for scholarships for study abroad programs for summer 2015, fall 2015 and academic year 2015-16.

The Gilman International Scholarship Program offers 1,700 scholarships of up to $5,000 to students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies world-wide. Such international study is intended to better prepare U.S. students to assume significant roles in an increasingly global economy and interdependent world. Programs must be at least 4 weeks in length.