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Events and Announcements for the Week of Sept. 16, 2013
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Stay Connected to Campus Life!
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 Fall Fest
Campus Life Welcome Month
Friday, Sept. 13
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
SMC Campus Center and the School of Nursing Lawn
Rain location: Inside the SMC Campus Center
This fun-filled event is a great way for UMB students to discover the many ways to get involved on campus. Involvement opportunities with student groups, campus departments, and the community will be showcased. There will be free food (for students only), prizes, giveaways, and fun for everyone!
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 #FallFest Contest
Campus Life Services
Friday, Sept. 13
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Contest Rules:
1. Follow Campus Life Services on your social site of choice.
Facebook: University of Maryland, Campus Life
Twitter: UMB Campus Life
Instagram: @umbcampuslife
Vine: UMB Campus Life
2. Post & share your Fall Fest experience with #FallFest.
3. BAM! You're in the running for a sweet prize.
4. Who has the coolest video, photo, or tweet about #FallFest? We'll be the judge! First and second place winners will be announced 5 p.m. on #FallFest Friday!
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Campus Life Welcome Month
Through Friday, Sept. 13
SMC Campus Center, URecFit
Slightly shorter than normal classes, this group exercise sampling is followed by Q&A sessions with instructors. You can drop in at anytime during classes and come as you are - classes are "street clothes" friendly.
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Paul's Place Clothing Drive
Campus Life Welcome Month
Through Friday, Sept. 13
Donation boxes will be on the 1st and 4th
floors of the SMC Campus Center
Please consider donating school supplies and clothing in support of Paul's Place. Paul's Place provides programs, services, and support for individuals and families in the Washington Village/Pigtown neighborhood and the surrounding Southwest Baltimore communities.
For more information visit the website.
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 Student Parking Permit Notice
Parking and Transportation Services Permit renewal deadline: Sunday, 9/22 622 W. Fayette St.
All students must now display a valid student parking permit with an expiration date of 9/1/14. Please visit the Parking and Transportation Services Office located at 622 W. Fayette St. to purchase a valid student parking permit. Failure to do so by Sunday, 9/22/13 will result in you not being allowed to park in the Lexington St. garage. Also, failure to obtain a valid student permit will result in you paying the visitor rate when exiting UMB garages.
For more information, please call the Parking and Transportation Services Office at 410-706-6603 .
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 Opening of the Seven Scholars University Store
Monday, Sept. 30
SMC Campus Center
The NEW Seven Scholars University Store will be open on Monday, Sept. 30. The UMB Bookstore will be closed Friday, Sept. 20 through Sunday, Sept. 29 while we move to the SMC Campus Center.
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Writing for Wellness Workshop
Wellness Hub Mondays, Sept. 16 - Oct. 7 Noon - 1 p.m. SMC Campus Center, Room 311 (Sept. 16 & 30), Room 353 (Sept. 23 & Oct. 7) Writing is an effective way to release stress and improve health and well-being. In this workshop, you will be guided through a series of therapeutic writing exercises and read select pieces of literature as a source of inspiration and transformation. No writing experience necessary.
For more information visit the website or email Hillary Edwards.
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End Your Procrastination
Wellness Hub
Tuesday, Sept. 17
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 311
"I do my work at the same time every day -- the last minute." Does this sound like you? Learn tips on how to fight this behavior which can sabotage your best intentions.
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How to Plan and Write a Paper
Writing Center
Tuesday, Sept. 17
1 - 2 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
>> Use your UMID and password to RSVP here
Has it been a while since you've written a paper? This workshop will discuss the fundamentals of the writing process and explore strategies for writing successful papers. Space is limited, reserve yours today. |
Grammar Hour: Introduction and Parts of Speech
Writing Center
Wednesday, Sept. 18
1 - 2 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
Grammar Hour is an ongoing workshop series designed to help ESL students and scholars improve their mastery of the English language.
Space is limited, reserve yours today.
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Making the Most While in Graduate School: Meaningful Friendships
Wellness Hub Thursday, Sept. 19 Noon - 1 p.m. SMC Campus Center, Room 311 Graduate school can be a challenging time for friendships, but friends can be key to helping you through difficult times. Come learn about ways to make new friends and maintaining old friendships.
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Conversation, Communication, and Culture (C3)
International Services
Thursday, Sept. 19
Starts at 5:15 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
Join a weekly group that explores facets of culture and language, and how they impact intercultural interactions. This group will meet weekly in the evenings throughout the semester. Join our 1st meeting to brainstorm discussion topics of interest.
For more information email Gina Dreyer.
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Sleep Soundly
Wellness Hub
Friday, Sept. 20
Noon - 1 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 311
>> Use your UMID and password to RSVP here
One third of adults have chronic sleep problems. Are you one of them? In this workshop you will learn practical, research-based tips for sleeping better. A Question and Answer time will also be provided to address your individual sleeping concerns. |
Writing Center
Friday, Sept. 20
1 - 2 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
Using APA format can be intimidating. This session will help you navigate the APA manual and other resources so that you can write and cite like a pro. One lucky student will win a free copy of the APA manual.
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International Student Employment Workshop
International Services
Wednesdays, Sept. 25
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 351
This workshop will help F and J students learn about employment benefits, how and when to apply. We'll review CPT, OPT, academic training, and on-campus employment. Students graduating this Fall should attend as we'll discuss the OPT application process.
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Women's Support Group
Student Counseling Center
Wednesdays, Sept. 25 - Dec. 4
3 - 4:30 p.m.
Want to better understand yourself and how you relate to other people? Join the Women's Support Group! The Student Counseling Center offers a confidential group led by a psychologist. It's an opportunity to give and receive help with other women going through similar problems.
For more information visit the website or call Student Counseling Center at 410-328-8404.
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 You Can Has Grammar!
Writing Center
Thursday, Sept. 26
1 - 2 p.m.
SMC Campus Center, Room 353
Not sure if it is "you and I" or "you and me"? This workshop will provide you with a brief refresher on common grammatical mistakes so that you can write with confidence.
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WHACK'ed...and then everything was different
Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HS/HSL)
Through Wednesday, Oct. 9
Weise Gallery, HS/HSL
Traumatic Brain Injury survivor, Eliette Markbein, brings internationally acclaimed exhibit showcasing portraits of others who have suffered traumatic brain injuries.
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Fall Workshops at the HS/HSL
Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HS/HSL)
Ongoing during Fall 2013 The Health Sciences & Human Services Library offers free workshops on a range of topics throughout the semester! The fall schedule includes classes on RefWorks (a citation manager that helps format bibliographies), creating effective presentations using PowerPoint, PubMed, CINAHL, and more.
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 UM Handmade and Homemade Holiday Craft Fair
University Events
Friday, Dec. 6 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. SMC Campus Center, 2nd Floor Are you a UM student/faculty member/employee by day, crafter by night? Showcase your creations at the UM Handmade and Homemade Holiday Craft Fair! Past items have included blown glass pieces, holiday merchandise, greeting cards, and hand painted items. |
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Submission Guidelines
Campus Life Weekly is a weekly email publication to help promote campus events and interprofessional programs.
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