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URecFit Celebrates Crime Prevention Month |
URecFit
Friday, Oct. 12
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, URecFit
October is the official month for recognizing and celebrating the practice of crime prevention. So stop by the URecFit Lobby to ask questions on safety, and help yourself to the flyers, brochures and information on our resource display table.
For more information please visit the website or
email William "Archie" Griffin. |
President's Symposium & White Paper Project |
Interprofessional Student Learning & Service Initiatives (ISLSI) Monday, Oct. 15
5 - 8 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Ballroom B
Join Dr. Benet Davetian, author of Civility: A Cultural History, as he discusses civility and its complex and powerful role in human relations as it relates to the UM campus.
For more information please visit the website or email Courtney J Jones. |
Self-Editing Strategies for ESL Students |
Writing Center
Tuesday, Oct. 16
1 - 2 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
This workshop is designed to help ESL students become more confident and independent in their writing. We will review common errors and provide concrete strategies for successful writing in English.
For more information please visit the website or email Clancy Clawson. |
Fighting Hunger in Maryland Conference |
Maryland Hunger Solutions
Tuesday, Oct. 16
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
SMC Campus Center
View conference agenda
>>Register today
Join us for the Fighting Hunger in MD conference with keynote speaker Dr. Michael Reisch. Workshops will cover a variety of topics with regional, state, and national experts in emergency, federal nutrition, and community-based food programs.
For more information please visit the website or email Holly Bowman. |
Investing 201: Planning for Retirement |
Office of Financial Education & Wellness
Wednesday, Oct. 17
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
>>Reserve your spot today!
Join the Office of Financial Education & Wellness for lunch and learn how to jump start your plans for retirement! In this final installment of the investing series, you will learn about setting financial goals as well as saving and investing with retirement in mind.
For more information please visit the website or
email [email protected] |
Gasland Screening and Discussion |
Wellness Hub
Wednesday, Oct. 17
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
The boom in natural gas drilling, a process called "fracking," raises concerns about health and environmental risks. Learn more at this screening of the documentary "Gasland."
For more information please visit the website or
email Hillary Edwards. |
Frontiers in Genomics Symposium |
Institute for Genome Sciences
Thursday, Oct. 18
8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
School of Nursing Auditorium, Room 103
Symposium followed by reception
4 - 6 p.m. BioPark, 801 W. Baltimore St, 6th Floor
>>RSVP for Symposium
>>RSVP for Reception
In celebration of the fifth anniversary of the Institute for Genome Sciences, please join us for a day of innovative discussion and scientific exchange, as we host internationally recognized scientists who are unlocking new discoveries in genomics, bioinformatics and personalized medicine.
The Symposium is free. We encourage you to RSVP early to guarantee your seat.
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Wellness Hub
Friday, Oct. 19
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 311
Do you have trouble saying "no?".
Do you tend to take care of others' wants at the expense of your own needs? Are you a people-pleaser? Learn how to get the most out of your interpersonal relationships by recognizing and respecting your own needs.
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Indian Association
Friday, Oct. 19
6 - 9:30 p.m.
MSTF Atrium and Auditorium
Please join us in celebration of the Festival of Lights, Diwali, and Festival of Nine Nights, Navratri. There will be performances along with delicious Indian dinner as well as an open dance floor for Garba and Dandiya (Indian folk dance) for everyone to take part in!
Entry: $4 for UM students with ID
$6 for others (kids less than 5 enter for free)
$6 for spot entrance
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Disability Education and Awareness Day |
Office of Educational Support and Disability Services
Monday, Oct. 22
3 - 5 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Ballrooms
UM is a proud supporter of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). This month we are raising awareness about disability issues in the workplace and school.
Join us for a special performance by NBC's Last Standing Comic, Michael Aronin. Mike Aronin will share his experience growing up disabled in an able-bodied world. Disability service providers throughout the state will be present to share information about their programs and services.
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Global Health Learning Opportunities |
Student Center for Global Education
Thursday, Oct. 25
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 349
Jenny Samaan, Director, Global Health Learning Opportunities (GHLO), Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) will speak and answer questions about the GHLO's network, which facilitates global mobility for students in clinical, research, or public health electives outside their home country.
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URecFit
Thursday, Oct. 25
5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 311
The purpose of this course is to help participants identify and eliminate potentially hazardous conditions in their environment, recognize emergencies and make appropriate decisions for first aid care.
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MSSA & USGA
Thursday, Oct. 25
6 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 349
MSSA and USGA are proud to sponsor the Annual Eid Dinner.
Come join us for FREE kabobs, rice, stews, desserts, and drinks! Great food, great fun, great experience! We look forward to seeing you there!
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ADA Workshop: Understanding the New Guidelines
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Office of Educational Support and Disability Services
Monday, Oct. 29
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
Receive an update regarding current ADA laws and their impact on higher education and employment. Learn about the new guidelines and standards for different groups, students, faculty and staff. Those who attend will gain skills in effective self-advocacy.
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Wellness Hub
Wednesday, Oct. 31
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
Take Back the Tap is a University sustainability initiative that promotes drinking tap water and reducing the use of bottled water. In this session learn how simple it is for you to take action.
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Monster Mash Dash- 5k Fun Run/Walk |
URecFit
Wednesday, Oct. 31
Noon - 1 p.m.
In front of the SMC Campus Center
Join URecFit for a 5k Fun Run/Walk on Halloween.
A prize will be awarded for the best costume!
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Mad Dogg Spinning Certification |
URecFit
Saturday, Nov. 10
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 504 (Spin Room) and Room 351 (Lecture)
This comprehensive workshop will give you the tools needed to become a Certified Spinning Instructor.
For registration infomation and student discount code email [email protected]
For more information please email Eric Barron. |
Talent for PAN African Celebration |
United Students of African Descent
Thursday, Nov. 15
Event starts at 6 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Ballrooms A & B
United Students of African Descent needs talent for their annual PAN-African Celebration. The event is a celebration of the different African cultures. Event is co-sponsored by USGA.
If you can sing, dance, or have a special talent and would like to showcase it email Suzanne Grey. |
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Student Counseling Center
Mondays, now - Oct. 29
2:30 - 4 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 349
The Mindfulness Meditation Series will teach you different ways to manage daily stress and anxiety.
It will also provide you with a space to practice with peers who share your interest in mindful solutions.
>> Register Here
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Student Counseling Center
Mondays, now - Dec. 3, 2012
5:15 - 6:45 p.m.
Want to better understand yourself and how you relate to other people? Join the Understanding Self and Others Group! The Student Counseling Center offers a confidential group led by a psychologist. It's an opportunity to give and receive help with other students going through similar problems.
For more information or event location please email Jenna Silverman
or call 410-328-8404. |
Racquetball Instructors Wanted
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URecFit
Are you a racquetball enthusiast or know someone who is? URecFit is looking for racquetball instructors to teach beginner clinics. Applicants do not need to be University employees or students. Clinic times are flexible.
For more information please email Anna Roskowinski.
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CompassionKnit
Mondays
5 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, 1st Floor Fireplace Lounge
Compassion Knit is a student-led organization which strives to meet some of the basic material needs of the local community by donating homemade projects to those in need. You do not need to know how to knit,crochet, or have materials to participate in the group.
For more information please email Lesa Holleman. |
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Project Jump Start
Every Tuesday & Friday
5:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Lower Level Rm 001
Help prepare and deliver bag lunches for the the homeless and/or hungry members of our local community. Donate an hour or two of your time, feel good, and meet students from the other professional schools.
For more information please email Beth Zucconi. |
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ABAE
Saturdays
10 a.m. - Noon
Pharmacy Hall, 2nd Floor
Come tutor high school and middle school students on Saturday mornings with ABAE!
Breakfast will be provided at 9:45 a.m.
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URecFit
URecFit has started a Sport Club program open to all students and URecFit members. Start a club to practice with your friends, and even compete with area schools. Clubs are open to anyone!
For more information please visit the website or email Anna Roskowinski.
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Free Fall Workshops at the HS/HSL |
Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HS/HSL)
Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Click here for the Fall 2012 Workshop Schedule
The HS/HSL will be offering a variety of free workshops throughout the fall semester. Topics covered include citation management system RefWorks, Grant Proposal Writing, and database searching classes including CINAHL and PubMed.
Workshops are free of charge to UM faculty, staff and students; UMMC staff; and HS/HSL Corporate Members.
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URecFit
Continuous- every month
SMC Campus Center, URecFit
Each time you come to workout at URecFit, fill out a ticket for a chance to win various prizes.
For more information please email Meghan Bruce-Bojo. |
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