Save the date-upcoming events!

 

Upcoming Events: Save the Date

TODAY: Navigating Law School: A Conversation with Current Law Students TODAY: January 12, 2022 | 1-2:30 PM EST During this event, current law students will discuss their experience applying to law school and their law school experience. You’ll have the opportunity to speak to these law students and ask them any questions you may have about choosing a law school, what classes are like, & more. Register Here BSOS SENIORS: PLANNING FOR POST-GRADUATION Tuesday, January 18, 2022 | 1 - 2:30 PM Join the Feller Center for a virtual presentation and Q&A on planning for your post-grad adventure! Whether you are just starting or are in the midst of your job search, this workshop is for you! Register Here   More Than Just Law Enforcement: Diversity in the Workplace Feb 08, 2022 | 3 - 4 PM Virtual Come join us on February 8th at 3pm for the More Than Just Law Enforcement: Diversity in the Workplace virtual event. The panel seeks to bring folks from diverse backgrounds in diverse roles together to talk to students about their background and the variety of opportunities relating to law enforcement. Register Here Careers in Criminal Justice Reform Feb 22, 2022 | 4 - 5:30 PM Are you passionate about criminal justice reform? Would you like to learn more about what a career in criminal justice reform would look like? Attend this virtual panel to learn from and network directly with professionals working to reform our Criminal Justice system.  Register Here

Navigating Law School-virtual event TODAY!

 

Navigating Law School: A Conversation with Current Law Students
Date: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 
Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm

The University Career Center's third installment in the Navigating Law School series will host law students from University of Pennsylvania, University of Georgia, Georgetown University, University of Virginia & more to discuss their experiences from the application process to their current curriculum.  

Talking to current law students and asking them about their experience is one of the best ways to figure out if law school is right for you! You’ll have the opportunity to speak to these law students and ask them any questions you may have about choosing a law school, what classes are like, & more.

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Florida State University Summer for Undergraduates Program

 Florida State University Summer for Undergraduates Program

Donald J. Weidner Summer for Undergraduates Program

This program brings undergraduate students from throughout the country together in-person for a month-long immersion into legal study. The largest and oldest of its kind, the primary goal of the program is to acquaint students with the study of law and to assist them in acquiring skills that will benefit their undergraduate and future law school studies. The program has been twice honored to receive the American Bar Association’s Raymond Pace and Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander Award for Excellence in Pipeline Diversity. The award is given to organizations or individuals who have shown innovation and leadership in diversifying the educational pipeline to the legal profession.

Research America Science Communications Internship (Paid)

 

Research America Science Communications Internship (Paid) 

Research!America’s Mission: The Research!America alliance advocates for science, discovery, and innovation to achieve better health for all. We advocate for a federal policy climate that helps empower our nation’s biomedical and health research sectors as they work to accelerate medical progress. For more information about Research!America, click here. 

Job Summary: Research!America is offering a paid, temporary Science Communications internship with some telework opportunity possible. Interns assist the organization in advancing its mission and objectives. Internships are typically three-month full-time appointments (start and end dates are flexible).

Duties:

• Assist with basic website content updates
• Assist with content for blog posts, web and social media accounts
• Assist with preparations for speaking engagements
• Write, proofread, fact-check and edit articles, press materials, and emails to Research!America members
• Contribute to reports and analysis of media coverage
• Contribute to analysis of survey data
• Participate in communications strategy and program planning meetings
• Provide on-site support at Capitol Hill briefings, programs and other events
• Other projects as assigned

Qualifications: Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background, excellent writing and editing skills, and an interest in medical and health research and related policy issues. Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) and Google Docs is required; experience with web content management systems, blog software, graphic design (Canva) and social media is strongly preferred.

Graduate students, PhD candidates, or post-doctoral researchers with science, health, communications, public policy or related degree or degree program are preferred. 

BSOS College Scholarship Applications due 3/25

 BSOS College Scholarship Applications due 3/25

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences offers a variety of scholarships to current students! We encourage you to apply now for an award for the Fall 2022 semester. Before submitting your application, make sure to review each scholarship's unique eligibility criteria. To explore all of our BSOS scholarships, and determine which ones suit you, please visit this link.

Applications for the Fall 2022 semester are due on Friday, March 25, 2022 by 12 p.m. Click here to apply.

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

Summer 2022 Internship with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

 Summer 2022 Internship with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program is offering undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experiences with federal facilities and other HS-STEM focused international partners in both Washington, D.C, and Ottawa, Canada. 

The HS-Power Program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs is open to students majoring in a broad spectrum of homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines as well as DHS mission-relevant research areas. You will gain a competitive edge as you apply your education, talent and skills in a variety of settings within the DHS enterprise. You will also establish connections with DHS professionals that facilitate long-term relationships between yourself, researchers, DHS personnel and research facilities.

How to Apply: https://zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DHS-POWER-2022-International

Application Deadline: 1/31/2022 11:59:59 PM Eastern Time Zone

Benefits

• Stipend: Undergraduate students receive of $600 per week and graduate students will receive $700 per week.
• Travel: Travel reimbursement for inbound and outbound expenses for participants to travel to Washington, DC and Ottawa, Canada                                 
• Housing Allowance: reimbursement for housing expenses and assistance with housing arrangements will be provided.

Appointment Details

Appointments will be for 10 consecutive weeks. The following schedule is an approximation of the timeframe

• 1-2 weeks in Washington, D.C, with DHS and ORISE personnel as an orientation to the project.
• 7 weeks in Ottawa, Canada with DHS personnel assigned to locations in Ottawa.
• 1 week final debrief and final project presentation in Washington, D.C.

Interns will be assigned to research projects and/or other technical activities under the guidance of a mentor. An appointment involves a full-time commitment based on 40 hours per week. HS-POWER participants are required to have health insurance coverage during the appointment period and to provide proof of this coverage prior to the start of the appointment.

Research Areas: https://www.dhs.gov/strategic-planning 

• Counter Terrorism and Homeland Security Threats
• Secure U.S. Borders and Approaches
• Secure Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure
• Preserve and Uphold the Nation's Prosperity and Economic Security
• Strengthen Preparedness and Resilience
• Champion the DHS Workforce and Strengthen the Department

Qualifications

In order to be considered, applicants must meet each of the following criteria:

• Be a United States (U.S.) citizen as of the application deadline. Evidence of U.S. citizenship must be submitted to ORISE at the time appointment is accepted.
• Have a US Passport by May 31, 2022. Please note that the process of obtaining a passport can take up to 10 weeks. Interested students are strongly encouraged to begin the passport application process immediately.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale as of Fall 2021.
• Be majoring in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) field (inclusive of the social sciences) with interest in homeland security research as described in the DHS Research Areas.
• Be interested in pursuing long-term career goals aligned with the DHS mission and objectives.
• Have the ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance to access hosting facility.

Navigating Law School: A Conversation with Current Law Students

 

Navigating Law School: A Conversation with Current Law Students

Wednesday, January 12 | 1-2:30 PM Zoom: Register Here Are you interested in law school or are you currently applying to law school? Don't miss out on this opportunity to talk to current law students at prestigious law schools across the country. Make sure to bring any questions you have! Meet with students from: Harvard Law School University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School University of Georgia School of Law Georgetown University Law Center University of Florida Levin College of Law University of Virginia School of Law During this event, current law students will discuss their experience applying to law school and their law school experience. Students will have the opportunity to speak to these law students and ask them any questions you may have about choosing a law school, what classes are like, & more. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!  This event is hosted by the Criminology & Criminal Justice Department, Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning, and the University Career Center & The President's Promise. Questions? Please contact Erin Doolin (edoolin@umd.edu) or Gabe Pickett (gpickett@umd.edu)