NIH Postbac Program Application Webinar: Pre-Health Advising

Hey Terps,

Come learn about the NIH Postbac Program! If you are a soon-to-be or recent college graduate interested in doing full-time research and planning to apply to graduate or professional school this is a great opportunity that can enhance your career. The webinar will cover eligibility criteria, application process, NIH resources, and tips on how to prepare a competitive application. You will also have the chance to ask questions about the program.

Applicants to the Postbac program should contact investigators after submitting their application to increase their chances on securing a position. Applications are reviewed by individual Principal Investigators (PIs) who select their own research team members and provide the funding to support them. There is no centralized selection process. Watch a video on how to find an NIH research mentor.

Find more information about how to apply on our Postbac Program page.

This event will take place on October 28th from 4:00-5:00pm EST, this will be a virtual event.

National Transfer Student Week, October 19–23!

 

Join us in celebrating our NEUR Transfer Terps!! This is a time to celebrate their unique experiences, and the valuable contributions they bring to our Neuroscience community.

The Neuroscience staff and faculty looks forward to the opportunity to connect with all our transfer students during this special week! Whether you recently joined the major or have been with us for a while, we’re excited to get to know you and support your journey!

Interested in Joining the 2027 Orientation Staff?

 

From First Gen to Acting Surgeon General

Join Orientation Staff!

 

The 2027 Orientation Staff application will open this Monday, October 19th! Students are able to learn more and apply online at orientation.umd.edu/apply. The application will close on November 2nd. 

If you know of a student that would make a great candidate, please fill out the recommendation form by October 28th and we will send them a personalized invitation to apply. 

Be The Solution: Building Skills for Difficult Conversations Workshop

 

We are also excited to partner with BSOS to host a workshop for BSOS Undergraduate students looking to grow their skills in having difficult dialogues.

The Be The Solution: Building Skills for Difficult Conversations Workshop will be an interactive workshop facilitated by Dr. Nazish Salahuddin and Dr. Monica Cushnie where undergraduate students will learn practical strategies to navigate through tough topics when emotions run high. Food will be provided!  https://forms.gle/eoGDZ8dir4Q6WuU69 

Social Justice Teach-In

 

The Diversity Committee is working hard to plan events for Social Justice Teach-In Week which will be held Monday, November 9th - Friday, November 13th. 

We are thrilled to have Mrs. Dawn Collins, mother of Lt. Richard Collins III, as our Keynote Speaker. 

Mrs. Dawn Collins has become a leader in the fight against hate crimes. Since the tragic murder of her son,  Lt. Richard Collins III, by a white supremacist on UMD's campus in 2017, Mrs. Collins has been advocating for hate crimes reform. During the keynote address Mrs. Collins will speak to turning pain into social change, standing up for what is right in challenging times, and the power of education in creating a more just society.

Date: Wednesday, November 11th

Time: 12:00-12:50pm

Location: Benjamin Banneker Room, Stamp Student Union

Reception to follow until 1:50pm in Charles Carroll Room

RSVP HERE