Tips for Finals!

 The UMD Res Life Department created this guide but I thought it may be helpful for our CCJS@USG students: Academic Success Guide

Although the guide includes a list of student services available in College Park, you don't need to travel! Check out the student services at USG!

Are you a creative thinker? Read on for cool opportunities!

 

AgeTech Hackathon

Friday, December 9th, 2022

10:00 am - 2:00pm

Building IV, Room 1201

$5,000 top prize!

The aging care industry is one of the fastest growing in the United States as the baby boomers begin to represent an increasingly larger segment of the elderly population. Addressing this issue, the students will form an interdisciplinary collaboration to envision and create an exhibit of technologies that support older people in their homes.

The Hackathon is presented by University Startups, The Entrepreneurship Lab at USG, and in collaboration with iTAP (Information Technology for the Aging Person) from the College of Information Studies (UMD iSchool).

What is a hackathon? Normally, a hackathon is an event in which a large number of people meet to engage in collaborative computer programming (Hacking marathon). In our case, we apply the word "hack" to mean the creative process and thinking innovatively. Therefore, no technical experience is required! Each team will be asked to think about the prompt, create a solution in the time allotted, and then create a presentation featuring a prototype. Each team will present its solution to the judge. 

Register here as a team or individually. All majors are welcome.

Spring 2023 Equity Incubator Cohort Application

As a member of the cohort you will receive:

• In-person weekly skills workshops
• 1-1 meetings with entrepreneur mentors
• $2,000 stipend to work on your business
• Participation in a pitch competition for thousands of dollars in funding

Program dates: 

February 1st - March 22nd, 2023
Wednesdays 5:30-7:30pm

Meetings at the Universities at Shady Grove
Pitch competition: Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

First consideration application date: December 1st, 2022

Applications close January 13th, 2023

Please apply here! All are welcome to apply. Must be able to attend all in-person sessions and complete all assigned work. 

We are inviting individuals who identify with a gender, racial/ethnic, or another identity which, historically, has not been dominant in receiving entrepreneurship support. We do this because we aim to create a collaborative, diverse cohort of entrepreneurs that can contribute unique perspectives in a supportive environment as we foster new venture formation and growth.

Dec 22 Graduates--Pls RSVP

 

Winter '22 graduates, please remember to RSVP for your celebration on December 1st by Wednesday, November 30. We are excited to celebrate with you!

Applying to Law School?

 The UMD Pre-Law Advising Office is putting on our interview program with law school admissions officers again. If you are in the process of applying to law school, this is a fantastic opportunity!

Note: Interviews are in College Park (but worth the drive!)

In Person Interview Schedule

The Spring 2023 USG Scholarship Priority Deadline is coming soon!

 

The Spring 2023 USG Scholarship Priority Deadline is coming soon! The priority deadline to submit the Spring 2023 USG Scholarship Application is November 30th (and the final deadline is December 31st). Apply today!

Apply Now

Terrorism winter courses

 The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) based here the University of Maryland offers fully online summer and winter courses each year, open to any current degree seeking student (UMD and non-UMD) or non-degree seeking individual. Our upcoming winter session is now available for registration. If you have any questions about any of our upcoming courses, please reach out to education-start@umd.edu. 

Winter Course Descriptions.

Free Headshots at USG!

 

Cool internship opportunity!

 Subject: Apply for U21 Sustainable Micro-internships by Nov. 13!

Universitas21 (U21) is offering a free, online, two-week international internship opportunity for students around the world from December 2022 through February 2023. It is a unique global learning opportunity for UMD students to take action on our Fearlessly Forward strategic plan. 

UMD students must apply through UMD’s process in order to be nominated. Applications close on Sunday, November 13, 11:59 p.m.

APPLY HERE

For more information, please see the full announcement by the Office of International Affairs.

Careers in Law Enforcement Event--Nov 16

 Many classes are offering extra credit!!

Careers in Law Enforcement Event Wednesday, November 16, 5:00 PM-6:30 PM Building III Room 3241 Join local and federal agencies for a panel discussion and networking event on November 16 @ 5pm to learn more about job opportunities in law enforcement. Refreshments will be provided.

Storytelling with Data

 

Storytelling with Data Wednesday, November 9, 4:00 - 5:00 pm Virtual Create data visualizations that tell a compelling story. Bring a link to your own data set, or use one provided by the library.

Register

Effective Presentations Workshop

 

Effective Presentations Thursday, November 10, 12 - 1 PM Priddy Library Presentations causing you anxiety? Learn how to create and deliver an effective presentation.

Register

Zotero Workshop--Highly Recommended!

 CCJSers, Zotero will change your life....or at least the way your write/cite.  This is definitely a valuable workshop!

Zotero Monday, November 7, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Virtual Explore how the citation manager Zotero can help you cite and create a bibliography for your research paper and more.

Register

USG Academic Support Center (MCAS) Has Support for Public Speaking!