Historically, universities have made contributions to their host cities by providing advanced instruction to train professionals, applying research initiatives to address local needs, and developing collegiate public service programs to address community concerns. All of these activities are part of the University of Maryland mission; however, urban universities across the United States are considering other ways in which they may directly intervene to stem the decline of neighborhoods that surround them. Join us as we continue our year-long discussion on Urban Renewal with Deputy Mayor Kaliope Parthemos & other members of City Hall.

School of Nursing, Room 727

The University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON) Museum, founded in 1999, is now open after undergoing a major renovation. The museum explores the history of nursing in the U.S. and at UMSON since the School's founding in 1889. The changes to the permanent gallery update the story of nursing to address contemporary developments such as new nursing specialties, contemporary nurse-led research, and the ongoing nursing shortage. 

In addition, the two new temporary exhibit spaces ensure that visitors will always be met with dynamic, fresh content. The current rotating exhibit, "Angles of the Battlefield: Nursing during the Civil War," - on display during the 150th anniversary of the start of the conflict - will be open until January 27, 2012.

 

Monday, November 14

12:15 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
School of Social Work, Room 2W11    

 

In response to Governor Martin O'Malley's pledge to "Think Outside the Bottle" and stop purchasing bottled water for government facilities, which have access to clean and safe drinking water, the School of Social Work Sustainability Committee offers a Tap Water Challenge! Take the blind taste test and see if you can tell the difference between bottled and tap water.  

Tuesday, November 15
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Green Room  

 
MSSA and USGA are proud to sponsor the
Annual Eid Dinner for Fall 2011.

Come join us for kabob, rice, stews, desserts and drinks! Free food! Great food, great fun, great experience! We look forward to seeing you there!

Any questions email us at:umb.mssa@gmail.com.

Attend this session to learn what causes problems with body image and eating patterns. This includes using eating way too much, way too little and using food as a form of comfort. Learn ways of addressing these issues to get yourself on your way to a healthier lifestyle.

Ashley Minner, a community artist who is active in the Baltimore Lumbee community, will showcase her Exquisite Lumbees exhibition. Wine will be served.

Contemporary Concerns of Natives Today RSVP Now

Stick around for an interactive session given by MJ Modwolf on where American Indians have been and just as important -- where they are going.  American Indian inspired food will be served.

Take a break and enjoy some refreshments and conversation! Learn more about the Wellness Hub and the programs they offer.

Project Feast provides a home-cooked meal for the homeless and less fortunate in Baltimore on Thanksgiving. The School of Medicine has worked with the City of Baltimore to promote Project Feast for many years and would appreciate your support! Monetary donations and a clothing drive will be accepted all night.

For any questions, please contact: Mike Leung at: leungfunbing@gmail.com.

It can be tough to maintain your weight over the holiday season...weigh in at the Fitness Desk from November 21st - November 23rd and challenge yourself to stay active over the holiday season.  We will hold a post weigh-in from January 9th-11th and a Fitness Champion T-Shirt will be awarded to those that can stay within 3 pounds of their pre-holiday weight!

This orientation program assists new J-1 researchers and professors in acclimating to the university, Baltimore and the United States. Topics covered include applicable immigration regulations, office and university services, concepts of cross-cultural communication, housing information, and community resources. The goal of this program is to provide opportunities for new J-1 scholars to meet each other and ISSS staff members. Attendees will receive valuable information to help with their transition, as they settle and become active at the university.

Thursday, November 17
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351   

Application Deadline December 9
SMC Campus Center, 4th Floor    

Special Topics: Substance Abuse during Pregnancy

CRN:  24537 SOWK 699 (01)   

Pecukonis/Vanidestine/O'Reilly
Meets Sat. and Sun.,

Jan. 7th and 8th

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. each day

 

The Maternal & Child Health Scholars at the University of Maryland School of Social Work are putting together an interdisciplinary course that will be offered to all students on campus this January. Below is a brief description of the course:   

 

This is a one-credit interdisciplinary course that will include a two-day classroom session and a related community service project to be completed during the spring semester. There are no prerequisites.The course will explore the complex effects of substance abuse during pregnancy by looking at social determinants of  health (e.g. institutional racism, legal implications, and economic disparity), outcomes in maternal health (e.g. mental health issues) and child health (e.g. low birth weight, fetal alcohol syndrome). The potential stigmatization of these populations will also be discussed with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration. Speakers from diverse professional backgrounds will address multiple facets of the issue.  

  

Questions about registration can be sent to:  jfeli001@umaryland.edu  or sierraroach8@gmail.com.  

 

 

Ticket Prices: $8 presale, $10 at the door

Raffle Prices: $2 for 1 or $5 for 3 raffle tickets

*Pre-sale tickets automatically entered into raffle. 

 

Come party before finals hit and support Global Medical Brigades at UMB while you're at it.  Proceeds go directly to help buy medications and supplies for those who do not have access to healthcare in Panama. 

 

Specials: Raffle prizes and drink specials. 

For more information please contact Sarah Strausbaugh at skstraus@umaryland.edu.

 

Project Feast is a student-run initiative designed to serve Thanksgiving dinner to 400+ homeless men, women, and children of Baltimore that has been running for over 20 years.  

 

Shifts of volunteers of 2 hours each are needed any time after 8:00 a.m. for volunteers to help set up donations and to serve the Thanksgiving dinner to those are in need. In addition, donation boxes for food and winter clothing are set up in each of the University of Maryland professional schools and the SMC Campus Center.  

 

Project Feast is co-sponsored by the Medical Alumni Association, USGA, and the School of Medicine Student Council.

 

Interested? Email ProjectFeastUMD@gmail.com for more information or to volunteer.

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