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Touring the Market; 30 Years of the 32nd Street Farmer's Market Join us and Marc Rey, President of the Farmer's Market Board, for a retrospective of thirty years behind the Market. Mindful Control of Stress This program helps you enhance your overall health and quality of life through simple and effective stress reduction techniques. For more information contact Hillary Edwards at HEdwards@umaryland.edu. 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.
See All Programs
September 2011 - May 2012
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Understanding Self & Others Group
Are you struggling in school, relationships or would just like to understand yourself better? Consider joining the Understanding Self & Others group.
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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LGBT History Month
LGBT History Month is October. Please join us for the following events. Click on the links to find out more about the programs and to RSVP.
Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month continues through October 15. Please join us for the following events. Click on the links to find out more about the programs and to RSVP.
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 |
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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.
Susan G. Komen Race
URecFit has created a UM + Friends & Family Race for the Cure Team! Please join and/or support us by visiting the UM Pink Ninjas web page.
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● 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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Mayan Predictions for 2012 | |
 Hispanic Heritage Month
Monday, October 3
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
Register Now
Many fear the end of the world is near because the Mayan calendar for the current cycle of time ends in 2012. The Maya (and Hopi, Inca, Egyptians and Nostradamus) predict a tremendous change for the earth that is already beginning. Discover what ancient Mayan wisdom reveals about the new cycle of time that begins on December 22, 2012.
This presentation demonstrates the validity of Mayan prophecy as expressed by quantum physicists, other scientists and spiritual leaders. View fascinating video clips on the crystal skulls, parallel dimensions, and the effects of words and emotion. Hear a message of hope and understanding from the leader of the Mayan Tribal Council. Refreshments will be served.
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How to Write an Abstract: Concrete Recommendations | |
 Writing Center
Monday, October 3
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
Register Now
Abstracts are required for journal articles, conference papers, and fellowship applications. This workshop will teach skills needed to write an effective abstract, across disciplines. Participants will have the opportunity to assemble their own abstract. For ESL speakers, strategies for crafting English-language abstracts will be analyzed. |
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 Wellness Hub
Monday, October 3
8:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
School of Pharmacy, Atrium
The morning commute can be rough and sometimes you need that extra pick me up before you head into your class. Let us provide it! Join the Wellness Hub on our cross campus commuter coffee breaks where students can enjoy a cup of joý, a healthy snack, and learn about other exciting events the Wellness Hub is hosting this year. Please present student ID to receive coffee and snacks. |
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Tuesday, October 4 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
Don't want to be her? We understand the stress of school and developing interpersonal relationships can be overwhelming. Attend this session to learn techniques to relax your mind and body. Please wear comfortable clothing, and be prepared to relax.
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Grads On Track: Stress Management & Wellness Webinar |  Wellness Hub
Tuesday, October 4
Set yourself up this semester for a low-stress, academically productive and fun semester with Grads On Track coaching group. This program will be your toolkit to keep you on track and help you thrive this semester, not just survive! Certified Co-Active Professional Coach, Susan Stern, CCPC will lead this session on Stress Management to enhance better academic-life balance this semester. The key to avoiding burnout is to create a healthy balance as the semester kicks in and be honest about the potential pitfalls that can throw you off course! You can attend by phone or webcast.
Even if this time does not work in your schedule to be live, all you have to do is register and you will receive a recording of the call in your email within 24 hours. |
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Can You Defend Yourself?
Tuesdays & Thursdays
September 27 - October 20
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
What is R.A.D.?
R.A.D. stands for Rape Aggression Defense and is a Women's Self Defense Class. This program is a hands-on course designed to emphasize confidence and self discipline while developing & enhancing options of self-defense. This course will teach basic self-defense techniques and emphasize common sense approaches to safety on campus. Classes are taught by certified instructors from URecFit & University Police. To register or for more information click here. |
Exploring the Art of the Ancient Americas
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 Hispanic Heritage Month
Wednesday, October 5
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Ballroom B
Register Now
Assistant Objects Conservator Jessica Arista, from the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, will discuss artworks from the Ancient Americas. The museum was recently gifted a large collection by a private collector. Over the past two years, a curator, objects conservators, and a conservation scientist have been working to prepare some of these objects for the special exhibition. Refreshments will be served.
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 Thursday, October 6
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 349
Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. Blood cannot be manufactured. It can only come from generous donors like you.
Sign up on-line or call URecFit for an appointment at (410) 706 - 7529. Drop ins are always welcomed too!
Co-Sponsored by: Phi Delta Chi, Pharmacy School and URecFit.
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Breaking News from HS/HSL | |
The new issue of Connective Issues, the newsletter of the Health Sciences & Human Services Library.
Learn more about an upcoming event on publishing ethics, dissertations and theses in the Library's Digital Archive, library workshops, and Harry Potter.
Don't miss an issue! Go the HS/HSL website to sign up to receive e-mail announcements every time Connective Issues is released.
Connective Issues is now available at
http://www.hshsl.umaryland.edu/general/news/newsletter/. |
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 Monday, October 10, 2011
SMC Campus Center Room 334
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
President Jay Perman, MD will host monthly office hours where students can make appointments for private meetings. "One of the great rewards of my job is meeting with our students and learning about them, their hopes, and their concerns," Perman said. "I always have fantastic conversations with students and I look forward to hearing more about what we are doing right and what we need to be doing better."
Schedule your 15 minutes with the President by the timeslot.
October 10, 2011: 11:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
October 10, 2011: 11:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
October 10, 2011: 11:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
October 10, 2011: 11:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
*If the time you selected is already reserved by another student there will be more opportunities available next month. |
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 Monday, October 10, 2011
SMC Campus Center 2nd Floor
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
National Coming Out Day is Tuesday, October 11, 2011, but we are celebrating a day early.
You don't have to be a member of the LGBT community to celebrate National Coming Out Day.
Join us as we promote public awareness of gay, bisexual, lesbian and transgender rights; to celebrate homosexuality; and form a network of straight allies on the UM campus.
So stop by during your lunch break for a free snack, learn about LGBT History Month, and/or become a straight ally. |
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Get in the Sukkot Spirit |
 Jewish Student Association
Tuesday October 11
7:30 pm
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
Get in the sukkot spirit with the Jewish Student Association for a pre-sukkot dinner and movie.
All students are invited to join us and enjoy a delicious Kosher dinner and a rare glimpse into the Hassidic Israeli culture featured in the critically acclaimed 2004 film "Ushpizin".
This will be the first night in a cross-cultural film series sponsored by SAHIL, APAMSA, JSA and the USGA |
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USAD Mixer |
 United Students of African Descent
Wednesday, October 12
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
Co-Sponsored by USGA
Lots of food and drinks!!!
Free for UMB students.
$5 for non-UMB students.
Come and network with various UM students in an evening of games and fun, while learning about USAD's activities on campus.
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 Founders Week 2011
Thursday, October 27
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m
Nursing School Courtyard
(Enter the courtyard by the SMC Campus Center)
Register Now
Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Portobello Burgers, and all the fixin's!
Free to all students but tickets are required. All tickets must be ordered by October 20, 2011. In the event of inclement weather, the food will be served on the 2nd floor of the SMC Campus Center. |
Palliative Care - A Bridge of Compassion Between Curing and Caring | |
 Sponsored by the Geriatrics and Gerontology Education and Research Program
Thursday, October 13
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m
School of Pharmacy Auditorium, 20 North Pine Street
As told through poetry, plays and prose.
Performed by Vivienne Shub, Resident Member of the Everyman Theater &
Naomi Greenberg-Slovin, Dramaturg for Everyman Theater.
Panel discussion with Lynn McPherson, PharmD, Pharmacy School; Debra Wertheimer, MD, Hospice and Palliative Care, VA Maryland Health Care System, Vivienne Shub and Naomi Greenberg-Slovin
Reception to follow the program. |
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Every Tuesday and Friday
SMC Campus Center,
Room LL- 001
5:30 p.m.
All are welcome
Want to make friends while doing community service right on campus? Come out to hear about Project Jump Start, a USGA-sponsored organization that works to ameliorate homelessness around campus. Information and dinner will both be served Thur Oct 13, 2011 in Rm 351 of the SMC Campus Center.
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Let Us Host Your Next Event
Southern Management Corporation Campus Center | |
 Host your next event in the SMC Campus Center! Whether you need a small meeting room or a large ballroom, we have it all. Student Organizations may host an array of events in the SMC Campus Center ranging from an exec board meeting to a formal! The SMC Campus Center is also available for private events that are not academically related to the campus. Please visit our website http://www.umaryland.edu/smccampuscenter/ for more information on available rooms and layouts, how to request space and contact information.
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