Events and Announcements for the Week of April 15, 2013
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UM shuttle Focus Groups
Parking and Transportation Services
Tuesday, April 23
SMC Campus Center Elm Rooms
Group Session Times: 11 a.m. - noon, 12:10 - 1:10 p.m., and 1:20 to 2:20 p.m.
We want to hear from you! The UM shuttle has served over 45,000 students, faculty, and staff since its inaugural run in August 2012. Are you a rider? What do you think about UM shuttle routes, accessibility, and safety? Contribute your ideas in a UM shuttle focus group. Registration is required and space is limited. Lunch will be provided.
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Do you still need to purchase your cap and gown?
UM Bookstore
Don't forget to order your cap and gown for graduation. Order by Friday, April 19th to guarantee your size.
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Commencement
University Events
The University-wide commencement ceremony is Friday, May 17.
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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.
SMC Campus Center
This conference will explore the complex nature of worldwide social and health inequity faced by women across the lifespan. Gain a deeper understanding of gender discrimination endured by women and girls in all aspects of life, and how this damages the community and future generations. Registration is free for students and $10 for non-students.
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Food for Thought: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
URecFit
Friday, April 12
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
April's food for thought will be a discussion about sexual assault awareness. We will have a speaker from the Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MCASA) to discuss preventing sexual violence.
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Spring Tune-Up
Law School Cycling Club
Friday, April 12
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
School of Nursing Lawn
Get your bike ready for spring and summer riding! Join us, and for a donation of your choice we will help you with a basic tune-up! (Pump tires, clean chain & frame, align your breaks, etc.).
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Poverty Simulation
Interprofessional Student Learning and
Service Initiatives (ISLSI)
Monday, April 15
Noon - 2:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center Elm Rooms
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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UMSOD Class of 2015
Panera Fundraiser
School of Dentistry
Monday, April 15
6 - 9 p.m.
Panera Bread, 413 W. Baltimore St.
Panera Bread will donate a portion of their proceeds during 6-9 p.m. to the University of Maryland School of Dentistry Class of 2015.
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Emerging Issues in Food and Drug Law:
Implementation of FDASIA
School of Law and School of Pharmacy
Wednesday, April 17
8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Arnold & Porter LLP
555 12th St., NW Washington, DC 20004
This free conference by the Francis King Carey School of Law and the School of Pharmacy will provide a forum for students and professionals to discuss important FDA legal and policy issues. Topics include implementation of the FDA Safety and Innovation Act (FDASIA) and FDA involvement in drug shortages and pharmacy compounding.
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Opportunities in Latin America and the U.S.
Latin American Solidarity Organization and
Sin Fronteras
Wednesday, April 17
4 - 5:45 p.m.
School of Social Work, Room 4E14 (4th floor)
Come and meet representatives of local and international organizations who work in Latin America and here in the U.S. They will share information about volunteer, service learning and career opportunities. Students from all schools are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served.
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Free Credit Report Reviews at the Credit Cafe
Financial Education and Wellness
Thursdays in April (18 and 25)
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
HS/HSL Room LL05 (Ground Floor)
Consumers are entitled to a free credit report every 12 months. Retrieve your report and experts from Consumer Credit Counseling Services will be available to review it for free. This event is open to all students and a photo ID is required. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins welcome.
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Geriatric Case Discussion and Dinner
UM Center for Research on Aging
Thursday, April 18
Starts at 5:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 349
>> RSVP by April 12
Join us for the interactive case presentation, panel and dinner with UM and Hopkins faculty and students. The case presentation is on end of life decision making. The presenters are Peter Abadir, MD; Chanel Agness, PharmD; John Cagle, PhD, MSW; Thomas Finucane, MD, Matthew McNabney, MD and Jack Schwartz, JD.
For more information visit the website or email Reba Cornman.
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Motivational Enhancement & Commitment to Change
Center for Integrative Medicine Thursday, April 18
5:30 - 7 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 311
Michael Earley, PhD candidate in psychology at UMBC and graduate assistant at the Center for Integrative Medicine, will address what we know about change, what makes it so difficult to accomplish, and what we can do to maximize our chances of success.
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Art Exhibition and Silent Auction
President's Outreach Council
Friday, April 19 through Friday, May 10
Opening Reception: 6 - 7:30 p.m.
HS/HSL Weise Gallery
Submit your bid for original artwork.
Bidding closes at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 10. Proceeds support partner schools and Club UMD, a youth leadership program supported by mentors from among UM students, faculty, and staff.
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Kappa Psi's 9th Annual
Wing-A-Thon
Kappa Psi, USGA, and WingStop
Friday, April 19
6 - 8 p.m.
SMC Campus Center Elm Rooms
>>Register here
Wing-A-Thon is a charity chicken wing eating contest to raise money for Greenebaum Cancer Center. The competition is based on which team can eat the most wings in 25 minutes. Please participate in the raffle for your chance to win an iPad Mini!
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Yoga on the Hill
URecFit
Saturday, April 20
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Federal Hill Park, 701 Battery Ave.
A great view is paired with a great workout! Join us for a morning of yoga on scenic federal hill with instructor Marissa Walsh. Registration is free!
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Ilan-A-Thon
UM Children's Hospital, BAYADA Pediatrics, Rosedale Federal, and Global Foundation for Peroxisomal Disorders (GFPD)
Sunday, April 21
On-site registration: 8 a.m.
Race begins: 9 a.m.
Patterson Park, 498 N Linwood Ave.
Join us for a 5K fun run/walk benefiting children with peroxisomal disorders.
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Earth Week - Volunteers Needed
UM Go Green
Monday- Friday, April 22-26
Want to recycle, plant a fruit tree, work at an urban garden, and more? Celebrate Earth Week at the University of Maryland, Baltimore by volunteering your time for sustainability!
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Earth Day Film Screening: HOME
Wellness Hub
Monday, April 22
5:30 - 7 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
Join us for a sustainably-sourced dinner and a film screening of Yann Arthus-Bertrand's 2009 documentary HOME, which takes us to over fifty different countries to show us a visually stunning perspective of the world we live in, and what is at stake if we continue consuming as we do.
For more information visit the website or email Hillary Edwards.
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USAD's Annual Jazz Fusion
United Students of African Descent (USAD) and USGA
Tuesday, April 23
6:30 - 9 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 349
Join us for the annual Jazz Fusion. The event will showcase local musical talents including a live jazz band. Free food and drinks for UMB students. Ticket price for non-UMB students is $5/person.
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DEA Drug Take Back Day
American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Students Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) Generation Rx
Wednesday, April 24
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
School of Pharmacy, 20 N. Pine St.
APhA's Generation Rx is hosting the DEA Drug Take- Back day in collaboration with the campus police department. The community will have the opportunity to turn in their expired and unwanted medications for safe disposal by the government.
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Project Jump Start End of Year Meeting
Project Jump Start and USGA
Thursday, April 25
5:30 - 7 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 311
End of the year wrap up and nominations, elections for leadership positions.
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World Fest 2013
International Student Organization (ISO) and USGA
Thursday, April 25
6 - 9 p.m.
SMC Campus Center Elm Rooms
Join us for a fun and exciting evening filled with delicious food, music, talent show and fashion show from all over the world! There will be raffle prizes throughout the event.
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I Heart UMB Day
Campus Life Stressbusters
Friday, April 26 (Rain date: Monday, April 29)
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
School of Nursing Lawn and SMC Campus Center Courtyard
Come join us for an afternoon of fun! There will be an inflatable obstacle course, mini golf, tie dye stations, a dunk tank, photo booth, carnival style food, and much more! Have fun now. Study later!
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Puppy Love
Campus Life Stressbusters
Tuesday, April 30
Noon- 3 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 349
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to interact with animals and reduce your stress. Pets on Wheels will bring its furry friends to the SMC Campus Center for all to enjoy.
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Seated Massage
and Study Hall
Campus Life Stressbusters
Wednesday, May 1
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
HS/HSL Weiss Gallery
Trained massage therapists will be on hand for 10-minute massages (students only). You can sign up for your slot by showing up at the Library. In addition, Writing Center consultants will be on hand to answer all of your writing questions.
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Sushi Fest, Artist Spotlight, and Japanese Calligraphy
Campus Life Stressbusters
Thursday, May 2
Noon - 1 p.m. and 1 - 2 p.m.
SMC Campus Center Elm Room B
>> Register here
Come learn about the history of sushi making, view a live demonstration, and enjoy free sushi! Space is limited, so please RSVP. In addition, practice calligraphy in honor of Asian American, Pacific Islander Month and join us for a spotlight artist event!
For more information visit the website or email Reina Pomeroy. |
Luau
Campus Life Stressbusters
Friday, May 3
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center Elm Room B
>> Register here
Join the dancers from Ohana of Polynesia, Inc. as they bring you an exciting authentic Polynesian island experience. Expect food, dancers, music, costumes, drums, and fire! Photo opportunities will be available and audience participation is highly encouraged!
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Civility Symposium with Dr. Forni
Campus Life Stressbusters
Monday, May 6
2 - 4 p.m.
SMC Campus Center Elm Rooms
Join in the culminating event for the Symposium speaker series. Dr. Forni will speak about the significance of civility, manners, and politeness in contemporary society. A reception will follow.
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Yoga on the Lawn
Campus Life Stressbusters
Wednesday, May 8
Noon - 1 p.m.
School of Nursing Lawn
(Rain location: SMC Campus Center, Room 249)
Yoga on the Lawn is a series of both moving and stationary poses, combined with deep breathing. Reduce anxiety and stress while improving flexibility, strength, balance, and stamina.
For more information visit the website or email Eric Barron.
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Zumbathon
Campus Life Stressbusters
Friday, May 10
12:30 - 2 p.m.
Outside HS/HSL
(Rain location: SMC Campus Center Fireplace Lounge)
>> Register here
Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves, to create a dynamic fitness experience that will blow you away! Join us for this 90-minute class.
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Late Night Breakfast & Study Session
Campus Life Stressbusters
Thursday, May 9
10 p.m. - midnight
HS/HSL Tower
Come join us in the tower by the guard's desk on the first floor for a late night breakfast where Campus Life Services staff will be serving a yummy breakfast for dinner! While you are here, join the Writing Center consultants for some writing assistance.
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