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Beloning and Community Events

 

Miss Unity Scholarship Pageant The Nyumburu Cultural Center presents the 49th Annual Miss Unity Scholarship Pageant! Come celebrate the accomplished contestants in a night full of community support.  49th Annual Miss Unity Scholarship Pageant When: Sunday, November 15, 5:30 PM to 7 PM (doors open at 5 PM) Where: Hoff Theater at Stamp Student Union Hosted by: Nyumburu Cultural Center For access needs, accommodations, and questions, please contact Ms. Anne Reese Carswell at carswell@umd.edu.

Neurodivergence, Queerness & Race - panel discussion Join the Disability Culture Initiative for a conversation about the intersections of neurodivergence, queerness, and race. Learn about how people’s lived experiences are shaped by these identities and how communities engage in cross-movement organizing. With Victoria M. Rodríguez-Roldán, b.a. medina, Hana Zewdie, and Yvette Lerma Jones.  Accessibility and accommodations: Scent & fragrance-free event Wheelchair accessible CART provided Refreshments with options for dietary needs and restrictions Neurodivergence, Queerness & Race panel discussion When: Thursday, November 19, 11 AM to 1 PM Where: The Unity Center Multipurpose Room (115) and online Hosted by: Disability Culture Initiative Register to attend Neurodivergence, Queerness & Race panel discussion via Zoom For access needs, accommodations, and questions, please contact disabilityculture@umd.edu.

Care Package Exchange Get into the giving spirit this season: join the LGBTQ+ Equity Center to assemble care packages to be donated to the Wanda Alston Foundation, an organization working to aid unhoused LGBTQ+ youth in D.C.!  In exchange for donating supplies from our list, you’ll receive Equity Center swag. Donation options include deodorant, period products, socks, band-aids, lotion, soap bars, and hand sanitizer (all new).  You’ll also have the opportunity to write handwritten notes while building community and supporting LGBTQ+ youth beyond campus. All are welcome! Care Package Exchange When: Friday, November 13, 2 PM to 4 PM Where: 2411 Marie Mount Hall Hosted by: LGBTQ+ Equity Center RSVP for Care Package Exchange For access needs, accommodations, and questions, please contact lgbtq@umd.edu.

Celebrate First Gen Week Led by First-Gen Terps, UMD is celebrating First-Generation College Celebration with programming through November 13! The entire UMD community is invited to join in celebrating the stories, successes and impact of First-Gen Terps. Check out the full First-Gen Week schedule of events and get involved!

SPH Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Geospatial Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare

The School of Public Health and the Department of Geographical Sciences have recently established a new Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Geospatial Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare, scheduled to launch in Spring 2027.

Attached is our new flyer introducing the program.

Winter Webinars for Master's in Pharmacology & Master's in Physiology at Georgetown University

The Program is designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge and hands-on experience needed to excel in the fields of pharmacology and physiology, whether they are preparing for careers in academia, industry, healthcare, or further professional studies.

Program Highlights:

• MS in Pharmacology: Ideal for students seeking a career in research, clinical trials, or regulatory affairs, as well as those preparing for further professional studies in health-related fields. 
• MS in Physiology: Geared toward students pursuing further professional studies or careers in healthcare, offering a strong foundation in human physiology and related biomedical sciences.

Our webinars will cover the curriculum, research opportunities, and application processes for these programs. This is an excellent chance for prospective students to ask questions and engage directly with faculty. 

MS in Pharmacology Virtual Information Session (links to register embedded)

Thursday, November 19th, 2026 at 1:30pm

MS in Physiology Virtual Information Session (links to register embedded)

Tuesday, November 17th, 2026 at 1:00pm

Thursday, December 3rd at 6:00pm

Tuesday, December 15th at 1:00pm

These are the last information sessions before 2027, and we would love for you to share this opportunity with your students and colleagues who may be interested in advancing their education and careers in the biomedical sciences.

SOCY100 Offered Spring 2027

I'm excited to share a special offering of SOCY100: Introduction to Sociology for Spring 2027 that may be of particular interest to students pursuing majors, minors, and careers in health-related fields.

This health-themed section, taught by Professor Taylor Hargrove, introduces students to the sociological study of health, healthcare, medicine, and aging. Students will explore important questions about health disparities, the impact of racism and social inequality on health and aging, and the social barriers that prevent us from creating healthier and more equitable communities.

The course is especially relevant for students interested in public health, medicine, psychology, kinesiology, biological sciences, and other health-related disciplines. It offers a wonderful opportunity for students to connect their interests in health and healthcare with a broader understanding of the social forces that shape health outcomes.

Course Details:

• Course: SOCY100-0601: Introduction to Sociology (Health-Themed)
• Semester: Spring 2027
• Instructor: Professor Taylor Hargrove
• Meeting Times: Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30–4:45 p.m.

BSOS Celebrates First Gen Week

 

BSOS Celebrates National First-Generation Week In celebration of National First-Generation Week, we recognize the dedication of first-generation Terps, celebrate their successes, and acknowledge the valuable perspectives and experiences they bring to our Terp community.

BSOS First: Celebrating Connection and Community Join BSOS for a formal dinner honoring the experiences, accomplishments, and community of first-generation students! BSOS Senior Spotlight  BSOS First: Interest Form First-Gen Voices in BSOS Every first-gen story is unique! Watch our video featuring BSOS first-generation students as they share their story and perspectives on social wellness, finding connection, and building community at UMD.

Discover events and opportunities to connect, celebrate, and engage during first-generation celebration at UMD.

New to BSOS Night (December 8)