The Conspiracy of Decency: Advocacy for People with Brain Injuries and Their Families

Internship Opportunity: Maryland-National Capital Park Police

Due Diligence Research Summer Internship, Foreign Language Proficiency Preferred

Due Diligence Research Summer Internship, Foreign Language Proficiency Preferred Kroll’s Compliance Team handles anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-bribery and corruption (AB&C) compliance programs.  Washington, DC Position Overview: Our Interns support the overall research and due diligence process at the company. Interns will be exposed to due diligence practices used globally to mitigate the impact of fraud and corruption. We place a high value on our talent and seek candidates with a high level of conscientiousness, integrity, and professional pride. Responsibilities: Support the overall research and due diligence process Conduct extensive Internet and media-based research regarding both companies and individuals in both English and/or additional foreign languages Assist in gathering information that will enable Kroll clients to form an assessment of the status, legitimacy, general background and overall reputation of a given subject company and its main principals Review gathered information, analyze extensively, then compile into written summary reports   Qualifications Undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited university majoring in: International Relations/Affairs, Regional Studies, Political Science, Criminal Justice, or other related areas of study Extremely strong writing skills, including ability to quickly and effectively summarize information from multiple sources into concise analytical assessments Ability to prioritize several projects and assignments on multiple topics while meeting tight deadlines Previous travel to region of interest and fluency/proficiency in a foreign language (written and reading) is highly desired, especially Chinese, Bahasa, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, German, Russian, Portuguese or Arabic Availability to work 40 hours per week, on a consistent basis  About Kroll: For more than 40 years, Kroll has helped clients make confident risk management decisions about people, assets, operations and security through a wide range of investigations, cyber security, due diligence and compliance, physical and operational security and data and information management services. Headquartered in New York with more than 35 offices in 20 countries, Kroll has a multidisciplinary team of nearly 1,000 employees and serves a global clientele of law firms, financial institutions, corporations, non-profit institutions, government agencies and individuals.   All resumes are held in confidence. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. No faxes please. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted during this search. Apply here.

Apply now to the Minor in International Development and Conflict Management!

Apply now to the Minor in International Development and Conflict Management!

The Minor in International Development and Conflict Management (MIDCM) is currently accepting applications. MIDCM is a 16-credit undergraduate program open to students of all majors who are interested in the theory, practice and professions related to development and conflict – and their intersections – around the world. Apply now to begin the program in fall 2018!

To apply, go to our page https://cidcm.umd.edu/landing/MIDCM and complete the online form.

Notifications about admissions will be sent before Spring Break.

If you have any questions, feel free to email us at MIDCMinfo@umd.edu

Cybersecurity Graduate Program

Earn a Professional Degree in Cybersecurity There's never been a better time to earn your professional degree in Cybersecurity. With an estimated job growth of 18% between 2014-2024, experienced and skilled Cybersecurity professionals are highly sought after in today's job market. Learn more about our program at our upcoming Cyber Info Session  on March 8th.  Attendees will receive a special code to waive their application fee. RSVP Today

Cyber Info Session Join us for our upcoming Info Session on March 8th.   Thursday, March 8 6 - 7:30 p.m The Universities at Shady Grove Camille Kendall Academic Center 9636 Gudelsky Drive Rockville, Maryland RSVP Today UMBC's Cybersecurity graduate program encouraged Sameer to go the extra mile.   Explore Cybersecurity at UMBC

Recruiter on Campus: Hearts & Homes for Youth Inc.

Recruiter on Campus: Hearts & Homes for Youth Inc. February 27th • 11:00am–1:00pm

Bring a copy of your resume & be prepared for an informal interview.

Located in Burtonsville, Hearts & Homes for Youth is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, mental health issues, homelessness, and other trauma, to make positive life choices and build brighter futures. This is a perfect opportunity for those who would like to work with juvenile foster care and the department of justice and social services.

Paid Student Position: Dept of Health and Human Services OIG

Paid Student Position: Dept of Health and Human Services OIG

Student Trainee (Administrative Support Specialist)
Department of Health and Human Services - Office of Inspector General

This position is in the Office of Investigations (OI), in OIG/HHS. The mission of OI is to conduct and coordinate investigative activities related to fraud, waste and abuse in HHS programs and operations, including wrongdoing by applicants, grantees, contractors, or by employees in the performance of their official duties.

Open: Feb 22- Feb 26 This vacancy is limited to the first 50 applications received and will close at midnight on the closing date or when the numerical cut-off is reached, whichever occurs first.
Salary: $15.89 - $23.12
Location: Washington, DC
To Apply/Job Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/491927900

Fall 2018 Legal Aid Internship - On Campus

Fall 2018 Legal Aid Internship - On Campus

The Undergraduate Student Legal Aid Office is now accepting applications for the Fall 2018 internship. All students, regardless of class standing and major, are welcome to apply. No prior knowledge of the law is required.

All applications are due by Thursday, March 15, 2018. Students may access the application via Google Drive. Should there be any problems with access, please contact Diane (dhou1@umd.edu).

Fall 2018 Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program - applications open now!

Fall 2018 Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program - applications open now!

The Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program is currently accepting applications for their Fall 2018 cohort. This fellowship gives students firsthand leadership experience with internships and community action projects. 

More information, as well as the application, can be found on the Rawlings Program website.

Study Abroad Spring 2018 Deadlines

Study Abroad Spring 2018 Deadlines Upcoming Deadlines Summer & Fall Study Abroad Programs March 1 is fast approaching and is the deadline for UMD-sponsored programs! Please spread the word to your students and help them access our diverse array of options: Short-term programs - 41 program options to choose from led by UMD faculty CCJS is offering a short term program in Italy in Summer 2018 Exchange programs - students pay the same as their UMD tuition & are guaranteed a $1,000 scholarship Maryland-in programs - students earn resident credit while benefitting from the support of on-site resident staff and UMD community of students Students wanting to pursue an affiliate or other approved program must submit a UMD application for approval by March 15th.  Appointments with EA advisors are available, EA peer mentorsare on hand to answer questions and there are Study Abroad 101sas well.

Job Opportunities: Asset Protection / Loss Prevention at Macy's

There are multiple Asset Protection jobs open at Macy’s that the manager is looking to fill immediately. Highly motivated students, women, and bilingual students are encouraged to apply. 

Anyone interested can send their resume to Rudolph.Romanelli.Jr@macys.com. 

Paid Summer Justice Policy Research Internship

Paid Summer Justice Policy Research Internship The Urban Institute - Justice Policy Center is seeking a Research Intern who can work collaboratively on projects aimed to enhance and measure criminal justice response in the United States for the Summer 2018 term. The Summer Internship is a paid, 10 week program designed to provide students interested in research, public policy issues and organizational operations with rewarding and substantive work assignments that contribute to Urban’s mission. The Justice Policy Center conducts research and evaluations to improve justice policy and practice at the national, state, and local levels. JPC conducts rigorous evaluations and in-depth data analyses, and give context to the data through interviews with individuals involved in the justice system at all levels. JPC also produce reports and provide technical assistance that translate complex research into actionable strategies to enhance the safety and well-being of individuals and communities.  Intern Program Dates: May 21st - July 27th 2018 For more information about the Urban Institute, please visit www.urban.org. To apply to this internship, and more information about the internship, please visiti the posting here.

USG Grammar Day – March 6th

​Keep Clam & Proofread at USG Grammar Day!

All USG students, faculty, and staff are invited to USG’s annual USG Grammar Day on Tues., March 6^th. Join us, eat some treats, win swag, and have fun with the English language and all its rules and quirks!

· From 12-2pm, come to the recreation center lounge (above the café) for Grammar Games, a chance to compete to win prizes by using your grammar knowledge.

· From 12:30-2pm, CAS will present a Workshop Blitz in Bldg. III's gameroom. CAS will offer three 20-minute long workshops, covering the following topics:

12:30: It’s Just a Phrase: Effective Phrasing

1:00:  Sentences and Sensibility: Writing Strong Sentences

1:30:  Gotta Catch’em All: Self-Editing Strategies

· From 5-6:00pm, catch our tabling activities again with Grammar After Dark. Look for us in building III!

Feel free to attend one, two, or all of the events, and enjoy some sweet treats to sweeten your syntax! We will also have raffles for Grammar Day t-shirts, mugs, and other fun grammar-related items. 

Study Abroad — Italy: Human Trafficking in Context

Scholarship for Service

CCJSers— please see the message below from the Advanced Cybersecurity Experience for Students (ACES) program about a great scholarship opportunity.

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Attention Students!

The ACES Program at UMD is opening its applications for the CyberCorps: Scholarship for Service program. Applications open Monday, February 19th, and close Friday, March 16th.

This exciting scholarship provides funding for students at UMD completing the ACES Minor. Please check out the Scholarships webpage for more information!  

Benefits include:

• Tuition and fees covered  
• Annual stipend ($22,500), book and professional development allowance 
• Health insurance reimbursement\
• Internships and full-time government positions

Our first information session for interested students will be Friday, February 23rd at 11AM in Prince Frederick Hall, 1105. We hope to see you there! 

Best,
Jessica Harrington

ACES Program Coordinator

Fully-Funded Research Opportunity on the US/Mexico Border

Fully-Funded Research Opportunity on the US/Mexico Border The Immigration and Border Community – Research Experience for Undergraduates, is a unique opportunityto learn social science research methods while collaborating with local organizations to conduct in-depth research about the unique challenges faced by border communities in the Paso del Norte region of southern New Mexico, El Paso and Ciudad Juarez. The U.S. Mexico border is currently at the center of political controversy, one that has threatened to further disrupt border cities that were once closely integrated. Immigration is an important part of the Paso del Norte region and the increase in border enforcement has significant impacts not only on those passing through the border, but those who live here as well. This is a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to learn social science research methods through hands-on collaboration with local organizations about border enforcement and its impacts on immigrants and border communities. Work will be fully funded by the National Science Foundation and is an excellent opportunity for students interested in pursuing a graduate degree or a variety of career paths. By collaborating closely with organizations already involved in advocacy for civil and human rights, such as the American Civil Liberties Union and the Border Network for Human Rights, your work will have a greater impact. Sample topics include: The impacts of repealing Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Alleged abuse and mistreatment of migrants and community members by law enforcement Asylum seekers in the borderlands: Access to due process and basic human rights “Know Your Rights” campaigns The history of community organizing and leadership development in the borderlands Successful applicants will spend 10 weeks in the El Paso/Las Cruces/Ciudad Juárez region during the summer (May 21-July 28, 2018). Positions are fully funded by the NSF. Students will receive a stipend of $5000 and meal expenses. In addition, students traveling from outside the region will receive accommodation and $500 towards their travel expenses. We will also have several excursions, including a one-week intensive field-trip through the Arizona/Sonora borderlands. For more information please contact Neil Harvey, (575) 646-3220, nharvey@nmsu.edu or Jeremy Slack, (915) 747-6530 jmslack@utep.edu  Requirements: At least sophomore standing in a social science discipline (Sociology, Anthropology, Political Science, Geography) or related field, GPA of at least 3.0, statement of interest indicating preparation and motivation for participating in this project, two reference letters, one of which must be from a student’s professor. Spanish language skills are preferred but not required. Due to federal regulations students must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals or Permanent Residents. Students must be currently enrolled; recent graduates are not eligible.  International travel is required. Students must have valid passports. Materials: Completed application form (https://www.utep.edu/liberalarts/bordercommunity/apply/index.html) Statement of interest Letters of reference Unofficial Transcripts Send all materials to reuborder@nmsu.edu - Materials are due March 1st.

UMBC@USG Grad Programs Info Session

	GIS Graduate Info Session Thursday, March 8th  6-7:30pm III-3230 During this information session, students will receive details about the program's curriculum and application process. RSVP Now!	Cybersecurity Graduate Info Session Thursday, March 8th  6-7:30pm III-3202 During this information session, students will receive details about the program's curriculum and application process. There's never been a better time to earn your professional degree in Cybersecurity with the industry's job growth.

FRY-nancial Aid Awareness

FRY-nancial Aid Awareness

February is Financial Aid Awareness Month!  Stop by Tuesday the 27th from 5:30 - 6:30pm for some free fries and financial aid assistance. Attend workshops & events to help understand your options for financial aid, how to obtain funds, and how to make the best choices when it comes to funding your education. Unable to attend an event? Pick up information, including quick tips on financial aid and scholarships at the Financial Aid table near the entrance to the SAS Suite.