Register: go.umd.edu/NEUROANEL26
Thursday, April 9, 2026
NEUROPSYCHIATRY CAREER PLAN: Meet one of our panelists and moderators: a father-son duo!!
Register: go.umd.edu/NEUROANEL26
HELLO CLASS OF 2026!! SO, WHATS NEXT? SHARE YOUR POST GRADUATION PLAN WITH US.
NEUR Majors Shine on the National Stage with Moksha Dance Team

The neuroscience community proudly recognizes Amrutha Alibilli, Smrti Arava, Krisha Pandya, and Malavika Kattuparambil for their exceptional achievement as members of the Moksha Indian Classical Dance Team.
Competing at the Origins National Intercollegiate Championship, Moksha secured an impressive second-place finish among more than 50 distinguished university teams, including Cornell University, Rutgers University, the University of California, Berkeley, the University of California, San Diego, Rice University, and the University of Texas at Dallas. This national competition represents one of the most prominent stages for collegiate Indian classical dance in the country.
Their accomplishment highlights the interdisciplinary excellence of NEUR majors, demonstrating a commitment not only to rigorous scientific study but also to cultural expression, teamwork, and artistic mastery.
We commend these students for representing the University of Maryland with distinction and for embodying the breadth of talent within the neuroscience program.
Readers can explore more about Moksha’s journey and view their Origins performance here:
Updates to Core Competencies for Med/Dent Students: Pre-Health Advising

Hi Terps! The AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges) has updated their Core Competencies. These are soft skills that medical schools expect you to show evidence of by the time you apply (dental, PA, and other health professions programs also highly value and look for these competencies).
Please note the changes: they have removed "Cultural Awareness" and "Cultural Humility" and added "Self-Awareness" and "Understanding Others."
You can read the full descriptions on the AAMC website; we have also updated the Pre-Med/Pre-Dent Tracker and Applicant Workbook to reflect the changes.
Why Graduate School? Check out this Virtual Information Session for UMD Undergraduate: Registration Required.
Information Sessions from The Graduate School
Preparing for Graduate School
This session will explore what it means to prepare for graduate school beyond having a strong academic record.Monday, April 13 at 4:00pm | Registration
Why Graduate School?
This session will explore the benefits of pursuing a graduate education at UMD or any institution.Tuesday, May 5 at 3:30pm | Registration
Preparing for Graduate School: Check out this Virtual Information Session for UMD Undergraduate: Registration Required.
Information Sessions from The Graduate School
Preparing for Graduate School
This session will explore what it means to prepare for graduate school beyond having a strong academic record.Monday, April 13 at 4:00pm | Registration
Why Graduate School?
This session will explore the benefits of pursuing a graduate education at UMD or any institution.Tuesday, May 5 at 3:30pm | Registration
A Special 80th anniversary performance by the University of Maryland Gymkana Troupe!
Gymkana Home Show 2026
April 10 - 11
Xfinity Center, UMD Campus
On April 10 & 11, as part of its 80th anniversary, Gymkana will perform its annual Home Show, a spectacular 2-hour showcase of their talents. Students in Gymkana are from across UMD, including in CMNS, ENGR, BSOS, AGNR, ARHU, BMGT, EDUC, INFO, JOUR and SPH! Part of the School of Public Health, Gymkana is unique. There are no auditions or tryouts. All UMD students from every unit across campus are welcome to join the Gymkana Troupe, regardless of skill level. For 80 years now, Gymkana has introduced thousands of young adults to gymnastics and acrobatics and inspired people of all ages to live an active, healthy life with the troupe’s amazing performances.
Students from across @univofmaryland will soar to new heights, leap through fire, defy gravity with flip after flip and more! Purchase tix at go.umd.edu/homeshow26
Event: Gymkana Home Show 2026
Dates/Times:
Friday, April 10, 2026
7:00-9:00PM Showtime
Saturday, April 11, 2026
4:00-6:00PM Pre-show tailgate
Open to public, free to attend
Xfinity Center lots 9/UU
6:30-8:30PM Showtime
*Open seating and doors open 45min prior to showtime
Location: Xfinity Center, UMD
Hashtag: #Gymkana80 and #umdgymkana
Watch this special 80th anniversary performance by the University of Maryland Gymkana Troupe! Students from across the university will soar to new heights, leap through fire and more. https://go.umd.edu/homeshow26
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