Fall 2026 NEUR Drop-In Advising Hours

 

Prepare for Your Next Exam at the NEUR200/305 Study Hall!

Studying is better with friends and snacks! 

Join the NEUR Ambassadors for a collaborative study hall designed for students preparing for upcoming NEUR200 and NEUR305 exams. 

Bring your notes, questions, and study materials, and connect with classmates in a supportive environment. Snacks and drinks will be provided!

Date: Monday, September 21, 2026

Time: 3:00–6:00 p.m.

Location: Biology-Psychology Building, BPS Lounge, Room 1210

Students are welcome to stop by at any point during the event.

Hiring: Student Graphic Designer + Photographer

 

Neuroscience Coffee Chats are back!

Neuroscience Coffee Chats 

Are you interested in neuroscience research but unsure where to begin? Would you like to learn more about graduate school or explore potential career paths?

Join the Neuroscience Coffee Chats, a casual and welcoming space where undergraduate and Ph.D. students can connect, exchange experiences, and discuss research opportunities, graduate education, and careers in neuroscience. Whether you are actively searching for a research position or simply curious about what research involves, these conversations are a great opportunity to ask questions and gain valuable insight from members of the neuroscience community.

Coffee Chats will be held on select Fridays from 1:30–2:30 p.m. in Biology-Psychology Building, Room 1208:

• September 11
• October 23
• November 6
• December 4

The series is co-hosted by NACS Outreach and the NEUR Ambassadors. Come ready to connect, learn, and discover where your interest in neuroscience could take you!

Questions? Contact mrenee@umd.edu or dmatheny@umd.edu.

Counseling Center: Wellness Series

 

Struggling with focus? Feeling stressed about school? Want to learn to improve your mental health and relationships? Check out the Wellness Series drop-in virtual skills sessions available Tuesdays-Thursdays at 4:00 PM all semester. Students can attend any or all sessions. No appointment necessary to join.

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Explore ALL 16 topics available this semester at this link We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in our programs. To request disability accommodations, contact Allison Asarch at aasarch@umd.edu.  If you'd like to advertise the Wellness Series on campus, please find the marketing toolkit here.

Check out these topics coming up in this month:

Successful Study Skills Wednesday, September 9 Not all study strategies are created equal! Learn about best practices for note-taking, paper-writing, studying, and more.

Navigating Change and Uncertainty Tuesday, September 15 Every day we face uncertainty, whether brought on by big life transitions or everyday experiences. Adjusting to life’s changes and unknowns can be a challenge. This session provides strategies to help you cope with uncertainty and adapt to new experiences.

Mastering Mindfulness Wednesday, September 16 Practicing mindfulness can help you manage your emotions, accept your reality, and stay grounded. Learn techniques to build your mindfulness skills and practice with brief mindful meditations.

Time Management Thursday, September 17 This session will help you prioritize your obligations and organize your schedule so that you can take care of responsibilities in a timely manner and make time for self-care too!

Surviving Difficult Emotions Tuesday, September 22 Sometimes our emotions are so intense, it feels like they will never end. This session provides strategies to help understand our emotions and to cope with the associated discomfort and distress.

Skills for Socializing Wednesday, September 23 We often meet new people, but it's not always easy to make new friends. This session will focus on the ins and outs of making friends, including tips for approaching new people and progressing from acquaintances to friends. We'll also address ways to manage social discomfort.

Effective Communication Skills Thursday, September 24 Communication is at the core of all of our relationships. Explore the different styles of communication, see which styles you use the most, and learn about best practices for communicating with people around you.

Dealing with Disappointment Tuesday, September 29 This session will help you manage life's frustrations and bounce back from disappointment when things don't go the way you want or expect. Coping skills like mindfulness, gratitude, and growth mindset will help you come to term with these feelings and find your "grit" to move forward.

Managing Conflict and Setting Boundaries Wednesday, September 30 This session will describe healthy and unhealthy types of conflict, explore strategies for setting (and being on the receiving end of) boundaries, and provide best practices for conflict resolution.

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Academic Support for Students

The Learning Success Team supports students in all aspects of their academic journey. We're here, and we...

• Help students develop and refine their study habits.
• Scaffold student learning through peer-led academic coaching and study groups.
• Support students in catching up and keeping up.
• Connect students to academic resources across UMD.

See highlighted below: Academic Coaching and Guided Study Sessions. However, be sure to review the Learning Success Team webpage for additional resources. 

Students Visit Ireland for Transformative Study Abroad Experience

This summer, the Department of Psychology (PSYC) and the Undergraduate Major in Neuroscience (NEUR) offered a new study abroad program in Ireland. 

Read the article to learn more about their experiences.