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Events and Announcements for the Week of April 1, 2013
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 Win a Kindle Fire HD!
University Student Government Association (USGA)
One lucky UMB student will be chosen to win a brand new Kindle Fire HD! Just "Like" the University Student Government Association's Facebook page by April 19 for a chance to win.
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I Heart UMB Day Dunk Tank Nomination 
Campus Life Services
Looking to submerge your stress? Who would you like to see dunked in a Dunk Tank at "I heart UMB Day"?
>> Nominate your choice here
Nominate your fellow students, your favorite staff and faculty members and maybe even your dean! Cast your vote for those you'd like to see submerged on Friday, April 26. This may just be the ultimate stress buster!
For more information email Reina Pomeroy.
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March Pride Alliance Meeting
Pride Alliance and USGA
Friday, March 29
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 203
The Pride Alliance is a USGA-sponsored student organization that celebrates students, faculty, and staff from across the spectrum of sexuality, gender identity, and gender expression.
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SUPER Officers and Liaisons Needed for Fall 2013
Students United for Policy, Education, and Research (SUPER)
We are looking for liaisons and officers for Fall 2013. If you have an interest in health policy and health services research, get involved with SUPER. You can help spread the word about policy and research through campus-wide events and discussions.
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 Community Discount Card Sales!
School of Pharmacy APhA-ASP
Tuesday, March 26, Noon - 1 p.m.
Thursday, March 28, Noon - 2 p.m.
Friday, March 29, Noon - 2 p.m.
Monday, April 1, Noon - 1 p.m.
Tuesday, April 2, Noon - 1 p.m.
Wednesday, April 3, Noon - 2 p.m.
Thursday, April 4, Noon - 2 p.m.
Pharmacy Hall, 20 N Pine St. Atrium, Table 1
Each discount card costs only $5! Discount from local businesses include Heidi's and Mighty Kimchi. This is a great way to help support local businesses and save money.
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 Indoor Rock Climbing
URecFit
Sunday, March 31
10 a.m. - noon
Johns Hopkins University
Ralph S. O'Connor Recreation Center
>> Register here
Spend a day challenging yourself while roping in and climbing to the top of John Hopkins' indoor Rockwall. You will be introduced to basic climbing skills such as knot-tying, belaying, and proper body movement and climbing technique.
For more information visit the website or email Sara Griggs. |
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Pulling Together a Community Service Event
Interprofessional Student Learning and Service Initiatives (ISLSI)
Tuesday, April 2
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
>> Register here
Are you interested in putting together a community service event? There can be many pieces as you get started. This panel discussion will spotlight student leaders who have had vast experiences with service on UMB's campus and in surrounding communities. Lunch will be provided!
For more information email Reina Pomeroy. |
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Snooze or Lose It!
Wellness Hub
Tuesday, April 2
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 311
>> Register here
Having problems falling or staying asleep? Learn about common sleep problems and ways to improve your sleep.
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Weight Watchers Open House
University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC)
Wednesday, April 3
Starts at 1 p.m.
Lower Level of Paca Pratt Building
110 South Paca St.
UMMC welcomes UMB community members to join in their Weight Watchers at Work Program. Please attend this open house session to learn more about the program. Engage in fun activities, learn about the proven Weight Watchers approach, the new monthly pass and how you can attend At Work meetings.
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Abstract Workshop
Writing Center
Wednesday, April 3
1 - 2 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
This session will help graduate students write the abstracts required for journal articles, conference papers, and fellowship applications. We will consider the elements of convincing abstracts in various disciplines. Then, students will assemble their own abstracts, piece by piece.
For more information visit the website or email Clancy Clawson. |
The Future of Civility at UMB
Interprofessional Student Learning and Service Initiatives (ISLSI)
Wednesday, April 3
Starts at 5 p.m.
SMC Campus Center Ballroom B
>> Register here
A group of UMB students, known as the President's Fellows, will present their findings on instilling civility as a core instructional value.
A reception will follow the presentation.
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Pollinators 101: Let Me Tell You About the Birds and the Bees
UM Go Green
Thursday, April 4
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
Did you know that one-third of the food you eat grows from pollination? Hear the buzz about pollinators at this workshop with Cylburn Arboretum.
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The Hoop House:
Urban Farming in Baltimore
UM Go Green
Wednesday, April 10
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
What is sustainable agriculture? How can you farm in the city? Find out how Civic Works' Real Food Farm is doing it all and delivering fresh produce all over Baltimore City.
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MSSA Annual Spring Banquet
Muslim Students and Scholars Association (MSSA) and USGA
Tuesday, April 9
Starts at 6 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 349
Come join MSSA and USGA for ethnic Middle Eastern food, salad, rice, chicken and beef kabobs, stews, veggie options and much more! Free dinner will be provided.
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Woman's Worth: Gender and Health Inequities Across a Lifespan 
Nurses for Global Health (NGH)
Friday, April 12
9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join us for a Global Health Conference where we will be exploring the health conditions faced by girls and all women throughout their life. We will discuss how gender discrimination leads to worse health outcomes globally, and locally here in Baltimore. Registeration is free for students and $10 for non-students.
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Instant Calm: Relaxation Techniques
Wellness Hub
Friday, April 12
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 311
>> Register here
The stress of school and developing interpersonal relationships can be overwhelming. Attend this session to learn techniques to relax your mind and body.
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Reading Workshop
Writing Center
Friday, April 12
1 - 2 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
>> Register via email
Most people can describe their writing process, but very few consider how they go about reading. This workshop will focus on strategies for improving reading speed and comprehension. Space is limited, so please register by emailing Clancy Clawson.
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Truth Tour - Lakota Elders Take Back their Strength
Lakota Grandmothers and Baltimore American Indian Center
Saturday, April 13
Starts at 6:30 p.m.
113 South Broadway Baltimore, MD 21231
Join us as traditional Lakota elders from Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota speak out on the world stage. Listen to the elders share their stories of resistance. Join the growing grassroots campaign of people around the world to end the genocide of Lakota people.
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Poverty Simulation
Interprofessional Student Learning and
Service Initiatives (ISLSI)
Monday, April 15
Noon - 2:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center Ballrooms
Have you ever wondered what it is like to live at or below the poverty line? Experience a month in the lives of more than 20% of the Baltimore City population.
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Save the Date - A Sister's Call
School of Social Work SGA
Monday, April 15
5:15 - 8 p.m.
School of Social Work Auditorium
A Sister's Call, will intimately tackle many issues that millions of individuals and families deal with every day. After the film, we will have a reception and Q&A session with filmmaker, Rebecca Schaper. Event is free and opened to all.
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 Let's Cook Locally
UM Go Green
Tuesday, April 16
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
>> Register here
Join Chef Jerry Pellegrino from Waterfront Kitchen for a workshop on cooking with local foods.
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Palliative Care for Older Persons: State of the Science
UM Center for Research on Aging
Tuesday, April 16
1:30 - 3 p.m.
Health Science Facility II Auditorium
Join us for a lecture by Sean Morrison, MD Director, Lilian and Benjamin Hertzberg Palliative Care Institute Director, National Palliative Care Research Center, Vice Chair for Research and Professor, Departments of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Internal Medicine at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York.
For more information email Reba Cornman.
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Volunteers Needed: Health Fair at Notre Dame of Maryland University
Interprofessional Student Learning and
Service Initiatives (ISLSI)
Thursday, April 18
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
4701 North Charles St., Baltimore, MD
Looking for a way to give back to our communities? Volunteers are needed to participate in a health fair at Notre Dame of Maryland University. Volunteers would talk about the importance of routine screenings as well as preventative healthcare measures.
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 Kappa Psi 9th Annual Wing-A-Thon
Kappa Psi and WingStop
Friday, April 19
6 - 8 p.m.
SMC Campus Center Ballrooms
Wing-A-Thon is a charity chicken wing eating contest to raise money for Greenebaum Cancer Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center. The competition is based on which team can eat the most wings in 25 minutes.
For more information email Suhl A Choi. |
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