Office of Justice Programs: Summer Volunteer Intern Program Application Open

Office of Justice Programs: Summer Volunteer Intern Program Application Open How to Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/419937800 Application Deadline: November 22, 2015

Last Day to Withdraw from One Course With a W - November 9th

Last Day to Withdraw from One Course With a W - November 9th Monday, November 9, 2015 is the last day for undergraduate students to withdraw from 1 course up to 4 credits for the current Fall 2015 semester. If you have questions about dropping a course, please contact Dr. Stickle. Please Note, you will need to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stickle if: 1.       You need to drop a course and you have already dropped a course this semester, you will need to schedule an appointment to discuss requesting an Exception to University Policy for a second W. 2.       You are on academic probation or dismissal and would like to drop a course with a W you need to schedule an appointment to get this permission. 3.       You need to drop a single course that is more than 4 credits (e.g. certain language courses or research/internship that is more than 4 credits) Additional information can be found in the online Registration Guide “An additional drop period for undergraduate students begins at the close of the schedule adjustment period and ends at the end of the tenth week of classes. During the drop period a student may drop a maximum of four credits or one course. Courses dropped during this time (after the schedule adjustment period) will be recorded on the student’s transcript with a “W” notation for undergraduate students only. (This mark is not used in computing the semester or cumulative GPA.) No notation will appear on the graduate record for courses dropped during the drop period.”

Criminal Justice and Sentencing Reform--Next Wednesday at USG

Event Time and Date

Wednesday, November 18 2015, 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM 
14 Days until this Event

An event organized by the Political Science Student Organization (PSSO) at UMBC-Shady Grove Campus. It is an 90-minutes event that will be centered around the issue of criminal justice. Come hear from experts in the field on how to address and fix the issues that plague the American justice system. Panel of experts will include Professor Brent E. Newton, a prosecutor from the U.S. Attorney Office, and a speaker from a non-profit organization representing the interests of criminal justice and sentencing reform issues. This is an opportunity for students to interact with professionals in the field and ask questions that could better increase their knowledge about specific issues that can academically benefit them. 

RSVP https://shadygrove.collegiatelink.net/organization/psso/calendar/details/790818

ATF Information Session (in College Park) -- Thursday, November 12!

ATF Information Session -- Thursday, November 12! Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF): Employer Networking Sessions Thursday, November 12, 2015 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Location: University Career Center - 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing Special Agent Cheplak from the ATF Baltimore Field Division will be present to share ATF career path information and answer questions. This informational session will include…. § An overview of the ATF § Steps undergraduate students can take to be competitive for ATF positions in the future § Overview of an actual case, including the steps that were taken to solve it SA Woodin will also be present to share the perspective of being a relatively new female Special Agent. This session is informational in nature only. Take this opportunity to hear from an Special Agent on what it takes to gain entry into one of the most competitive agencies in the federal government. Click here to RSVP For additional information about this event: Caroline Lee @ clee91@umd.edu

State Department Foreign Service Scholarships

State Department Foreign Service Scholarships Are you aiming at a career in Diplomacy or International Development? Are you interested in joining the Foreign Service of the US Department of State or the US Agency for International Development (USAID)? The Pickering, Payne, and Rangel Fellowship programs seek young men and women who are dedicated to representing America's interests abroad. Students with financial need, first-generation college students, and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the State Department or USAID Foreign Services, are very strongly encouraged to apply. Pickering, Payne, and Rangel awards provide financial support for two years of graduate study (and one year of undergraduate study also for junior-year Pickering awardees), as well as summer internship placements and mentoring programs. See more detailed information below. INFORMATION SESSIONS: Learn more about the Pickering and Rangel Foreign Service programs by attending an information workshop at the National Scholarships Office.  Please RSVP to scholarships@umd.edu for the session you plan to attend – if you are interested but cannot attend, please write us at the same address. § Monday, November 2, 12:00-12:30 pm – 2403A Marie Mount Hall § Tuesday, November 3, 12:00-12:30 pm – 2403A Marie Mount Hall § Tuesday, November 3, 4:00-4:30 pm– 2403A Marie Mount Hall § Wednesday, November 4, 4:00-4:30 pm – 2403A Marie Mount Hall § Thursday, November 5, 9:30-10:00 am – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Are you graduating this December--order your cap and gown THIS WEEK at USG Bookstore

1.      Dates of commencement ceremonies

·         University-wide ceremony: December 19, 2015 7pm Xfinity Center

·         BSOS ceremony (where you will be individually acknowledged and receive your “diploma”): December 20, 2015 1pm Xfinity Center

·         For more information: http://bsos.umd.edu/academics-research/winter-commencement-2015

2.      Cap and Gown Orders

December 2015 Commencement Cap and Gown Orders

DEADLINE: November 6th

Pre-Order in the USG Bookstore

Undergraduate Package: $138.98

Staff Assistant, Center on Children and Families, Brookings, for Recent or December Grad

Staff Assistant, Center on Children and Families, Brookings, for Recent or December Grad General office management for scholars. Assists Sr. Center Coordinator, and Center on Children and Families (CCF) with event coordination, communications, and administrative assistance related to CCF and the Budgeting for National Priorities Project (BNP). Provide light research assistance as needed. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum one year of administrative and/or organizational experience required. A background in a research, policy, or academic setting is strongly preferred. KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS Microsoft Office experience required (Word, Access, Power Point, Excel). Excellent Internet searching skills; organizational skills to manage office independently; ability to work with a team; initiative, discretion, poise, and mature judgment is required. Multi-tasking skills are essential. Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of internal and external management is required. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 50% CCF/BNP Scholar Support § Answer telephone and assist with scheduling and calendars § Provide information and materials in preparation for meetings. § Make travel arrangements; assemble travel packets, and process reimbursements. § Maintain detailed records of scholar’s activities, including publications, meetings, media contacts, boards, bios and CVs. § Compose and edit letters, memoranda, papers, and other documents. § Assist in preparation for speeches and meetings by assembling slides and materials. § Assist with gathering information for foundation and reports, as needed. § Check and sort mail. 5% Research Assistance § Locate research materials in the library and on the internet. § Obtain documents and data from various government and private agencies. § Format papers, tables, and footnotes to conform to style. § Create visual aids from data for funders, public speeches and publications. § Update and check existing data and footnotes. 5% General Office Duties § Order and maintain office supplies. § Photocopy, fax, and mail documents. § Trouble-shoot to resolve any technical or other problems that may arise. 20% Event and Meeting Assistance § Assist with event organization, including drafting agendas and invitations. § Serve as liaison to relevant internal and external organizations such as co-sponsors and hotel/catering vendors. § Handle logistics and administrative arrangements including copying, event set-up, etc. § Complete post-conference responsibilities. § Assist with other event planning activities related to the CCF schedule as needed. 20% Communications Assistance § Assist with layout, formatting, proofreading papers, briefs, and other written materials. § Draft text for website, newsletters, social media, and other digital outreach. § Format papers, tables, and footnotes to conform to style. Click here to apply.