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Lactation Center
The Wellness Hub supports a mother's choice to breastfeed her baby while pursuing her graduate or professional degree. There are currently two Lactation Centers at the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
Relaxation Room As part of the Wellness Hub's commitment to student academic-life balance, there is a Relaxation Room open for student use. Commuter Coffee Break
Monday, September 19th
Join the Wellness Hub in the School of Dentistry and enjoy a cup of joe, a healthy snack, and learn about other exciting events the Wellness Hub is hosting this year.
Emerging Practice and Policy Trends in Geriatrics
Wednesday, September 28th
As the baby boom population, an estimated 80 million strong, now faces issues such as health care, retirement planning, and lifestyle changes, the demand for social workers focused on aging has expanded.
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September 2011 - May 2012
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HERITAGE/HISTORY PROGRAMS | |
Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 - October 15. Please join us for the following events. Click on the links to find out more about the programs and to RSVP.
- Live Mexican musical performance on September 19th from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m, SMC Campus Center, 1st Floor
- Hands of Harvest Documentary Screening
- Mayan Predictions for 2012
- Spotlight Artist Lecture & Art Exhibition with José Galvez
- Hispanic inspired food options will be available for purchase at Bon Appétit Monday, September 19 - Friday, September 23, 2011 in the SMC CC, 2nd Floor.
For more information on these events visit us online. To find out how to get involved, contact Courtney J. Jones via email or at 410-706-7438 |
URecFit PROGRAMS | |
Click on these to learn more about upcoming URecFit Programs.
Group Exercise Schedule
Fall 2011
Morning Runs
Tuesday and Thursday
7 a.m.
URecFit is hosting mornings runs starting from the front of the SMC Campus Center from 9/6-10/20 . All skill levels welcome!
Woman on Weights
Begins September 28
Lifting weights can help build a toned, sculpted, feminine body, and build stronger bones.
Run a 5K Fitness Program
URecFit has a 5K program for beginners, intermediates and advanced. Sign up at the 5th floor Fitness Desk between from now through 10/23 to win Fitness Champion T-shirts and Race for the Cure bracelets for completing the program.
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QUESTIONS/COMMENTS | |
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
● Submissions to the Campus Life Weekly must pertain directly to the entire student body of UM. ● Only events that are open to the entire student community, not just those in a particular school, will be printed. ● Space is limited so submissions should be no more than 150 words. ● Newsletters are published weekly on Thursday evenings during the Fall & Spring semesters. ● As a result of the high volume of submissions, some entries will only run the week of the advertised event. ● To submit an entry, please send email by 5:00 pm on the Tuesday prior to the publication date.
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Are you Graduating in Spring 2012?
We want to hear from you | |
 Click here and let us know who you want to be your commencement speaker.
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FallFest
Calling All Students! | |
 Friday, September 16
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
School of Nursing Lawn
This is an annual event specifically designed with students in mind!
Come learn about various on- and off-campus resources which are available to you.
There will be give-aways, prizes, and games.
Popcorn, cotton candy, watermelon, corn on the cob and other refreshments will be served.
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Hone Your Leadership Skills
Application Deadline is September 16
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 President's Student Leadership Institute (PSLI)
This certificate program is aimed at exposing UM student leaders at all levels to contemporary issues in leaderships.
PSLI will prepare participants for professional leadership in a diverse and global society.
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Chinese Moon Festival
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 Chinese Student & Scholar Association (CSSA)
Saturday, September 17
6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
UM MSTF Atrium
Free for UM students.
$5 dollars for scholars and others
Join UM-CSSA for their annual Chinese Moon Festival Celebration Gala. Don't miss out delicious Chinese food and moon cakes (only comes once a year).
After the dinner, CSSA will perform. This year, UM Chinese students and scholars will bring a new, originally written Chinese drama to the audience along with other performances such as folk singing and Chinese lion dance.
For more information contact: Jacky Lin at jackyzq.lin@gmail.com.
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Harry Potter Exhibit Arrives | |
 Health Sciences & Human Services Library
September 18 - November 5
Harry Potter is coming to UM! Visit "Harry Potter's World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine", an exhibit on display at the Health Sciences & Human Services Library. The exhibit uses the National Library of Medicine's History of Medicine collections to explore the world of Harry Potter, its roots in Renaissance science, and the ethical questions that affected not only the wizards in J.K. Rowling's books, but also the historical thinkers featured in the series. Exhibit panels present the works of 15th- and 16th-century scholars and explore their perceptions of natural philosophy, medicine, and magic. Renaissance texts are used to highlight some of the fantastic creatures and plants featured in the novels
For information on the exhibit and related programs, visit http://www.hshsl.umaryland.edu/gallery/ or call 410-706-7996.
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 Monday, September 19
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center,
Green Room
Register Now
Since 2005, Zeke's Coffee of Baltimore has fueled local coffee-drinkers and become a small, sustainable business of Baltimore. Meet the founders and learn about the origins of sustainable coffee and this roastery's story in this brown bag lunch and learn.
Coffee will be served. |
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 The Writing Center Monday, September 19
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
Register Now
Do you struggle to come up with ideas for papers? Do you lack confidence in thinking critically about your readings and research and developing original ideas and arguments? This workshop is designed to help you find a personal style and perspective, write with authority about your research subject matter, and practice exploratory writing approaches that can open up and nurture your ideas about any subject.
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Hispanic Heritage Month -
Documentary Screening: Hands of Harvest | |
 Monday, September 19
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
Register Now
Join filmmaker, Adrian Muys, as he introduces his documentary, Hands of Harvest, which chronicles the journey of Mexican migrant women who travel to pick crabs in small fishing villages on Maryland's Eastern Shore
Refreshments will be served. |
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USAD Executive Board Positions |
 United Students of African Descent (A USGA -supported organization) is a campus- wide organization that promotes collaborations amongst students from the various UM schools through various social, cultural and informational events held throughout the academic year.
The Organization is open to any UM student to join and always welcomes new members. USAD is looking to fill some of its executive positions still available. Executive board positions available include: - Vice president - Secretary - Special Events Coordinator - Public Relations Chair If interested, please write a statement of interest indicating position of interest and email them to: Ihuoma Nwachukwu (USGA representative for USAD) inwac001@umaryland.edu. Questions can also be directed to Ihuoma. |
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LGBTQ Community Group Counseling |
 Student Counseling Center
Thursdays, September 15 - December 22 3:00 p.m - 4:30 p.m.
Current UM Students Only
Cost is Free
Are you facing issues related to your sexual orientation or gender identity? Do you need to talk in a safe environment? Consider joining the supportive and empowering Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Community Group. This group is open exclusively to students who are non-heterosexual and/or questioning their sexual or gender identity.
This group is facilitated by a licensed SCC Social Workers. Please contact Douglas Chay, LCSW-C, for more information at (410) 328 - 8404.
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Real Food, Fast: Real Food Farm
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 The Wellness Hub
Tuesday, September 20
Since its founding in October of 2009, Real Food Farm has created a community farm, educated youth, partnered with community organizations, and made real food more accessible to Northeast Baltimore. With its retrofitted newspaper delivery truck, it now travels through the city, making locally-grown fruits and vegetables available for purchase by all. Join us and Maya Kosok, Community Outreach Coordinator of Real Food Farm, to learn more about Real Food Farm's progress toward creating a just and sustainable food system for the Baltimore community.
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Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
October 23, 2011 | |
 URecFit
URecFit has created a UM + Friends & Family Race for the Cure Team!
Join Our Team
Many of us have been affected by breast cancer in some way and this has inspired us to raise money and participate in the 2011 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure located in Hunt Valley, MD on October 23rd. We have registered our team "UM Pink Ninjas" under the University of Maryland Group. Please join and/or support us by visiting the UM Pink Ninjas page http://www.komenmd.org/2011/umpinkninjas. |
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 The Writing Center
Tuesday, September 20
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
Register Now
ESL Tuesdays are meant to help students from non-English-speaking backgrounds adjust to writing in English. Students have the flexibility to enroll in the program without committing to the 5-week schedule. |
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 URecFit
Thursday, September 22, 2011
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Pratt Gym
Join us for a massive Zumba event! Email imcknight@umaryland.edu to register for the event - the class is limited to the first 75 participants that sign up. Bring water and a towel because this marathon class will be fun & challenging!
By the way, did you know URecFit's Hours Are Expanding!
Beginning August 6th, URecFit will be open until 10:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and until 9:00 p.m. on Fridays.
Our Pool and Strength & Conditioning Room have variable hours during the week - check our website for details. |
Understanding Self and Others Group | |
Student Counseling Center
 Mondays or Thursdays October 3 - December 22
Current UM Students Only
Cost is Free
Are you struggling in school, relationships or would just like to understand yourself better? Consider joining the Understanding Self & Others group. Due to popular demand, there will be two separate offerings. If you are interested in attending, please contact the group facilitator as soon as possible. This is not a walk-in group. Each potential member is pre-screened by the facilitator before they attend their first session.
Group #1:
Dates: Mondays, October 3rd to December 5th
Time: 4:30 to 6:00 PM
If you would be available for most meetings, please contact Dr. Jenna Silverman for more information at 410-328-8404.
Group #2:
Dates: Thursdays, October 6th to December 22d
Time: 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
If you would be available for most meetings, please contact Douglas Chay, LCSW-C for more information at 410-328-8404.
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Managing and Coordinating Projects and Events
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 President's Student Leadership Institute
Monday, September 26
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 311
Register Now
Leadership is often measured by one's ability to manage and coordinate projects and events. This workshop will offer key elements and skills to effectively manage organizational projects and events. Refreshments will be served.
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Mindful Control of Stress | |
 Wellness Hub
Monday, September 26, 2011
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Ballroom B
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) classes are once again
available to all UM students. This program helps you enhance your
overall health and quality of life through simple and effective stress
reduction techniques taught by professional instructors, Deborah
Rejent, DSW, MSSW, MA, and Catherine Kelleher, RN, MS, MPH,
ScD.
Learn how to use mindfulness techniques like meditation,
body scans, mindful eating, and gentle yoga to manage the stresses
of everyday life.
Enrollment is limited and there is a $50 materials fee.
For a full listing of dates and more information contact Hillary Edwards at HEdwards@umaryland.edu.
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2012 Abell Award in Urban Policy
Student Competition - win up to $5,000 | |
 Sponsored by the Johns Hopkins University Institute for Policy Studies and the Abell Foundation
Do you have a bright idea for Baltimore?
The Abell Award in Urban Policy is given annually for the most compelling papers carefully analyzing and offering feasible solutions to a major policy problem facing the City of Baltimore.
The best submission(s) awarded up to $5,000.
All full-time students from area colleges and universities are eligible.
Deadlines:
Entry form: October 21, 2011
Abstract: November 21, 2011
Final papers: February 27, 2012
For entry form, contest guidelines, FAQ's, sample topics, winning papers from past years, and other helpful information go to: http://ips.jhu.edu/pub/Abell-Award-in-Urban-Policy
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UM Campus Health and Safety Survey | |
The Campus Health and Safety Survey is an anonymous online questionnaire interested in issues of health and safety of graduate students across the seven professional and graduate schools that make up the UM Campus.
A group of degree seeking, graduate level students with a valid university e-mail address will be randomly selected to participate in this anonymous online survey.
The survey will take approximately 10-30 minutes to complete. Your responses will help the university community better understand the nature of student's health and safety concerns across the UM campus.
Keep a lookout for the survey in your UM e-mail.
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Every Tuesday and Friday
SMC Campus Center,
Room LL- 001
5:30 pm
Looking for a simple way to help others? Want to try something new? Come to Project Jump Start! Help prepare bagged lunches and deliver them to homeless and otherwise needy individuals in our city. Low-pressure environment, no commitment, and highly rewarding. |
Work Study Students Needed | |
Work Study Students are needed for two positions in the SMC Campus Center:
1) The SMC Campus Center Information
Desk
2) The One Card Office
If interested, please contact:
A. Marian Lipinski
Director, Campus Life Business Services
mlipinski@umaryland.edu
(410) 706 - 0025 |
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