Mental Health Awareness Week

 October 7-11, 2019

Justice & Government Networking Night

Justice & Government Networking Night

Thursday, September 26 • 6- 8 pm |  Adele H. Stamp Student Union, Colony Ballroom

This is your opportunity to network with employers/alumni to ask questions about their organization/field and gather information on possible positions. Over 30 professionals (organizations listed below) will be available to chat individually with students. Business casual attire recommended. Light refreshments will be available. Students may arrive any time between 6 and 8 p.m. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors are especially encouraged to attend! 

RSVP today!

Federal Government

• DC Government Office of Police Complaints
• Federal Bureau of Investigation
• Homeland Security Investigations 
• Office of Police Complaints
• Supreme Court of US Police
• U.S. Senate 
• U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration
• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
• U.S. Department of Justice - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
• U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
• U.S. Marshals Service
• U.S. Secret Service
• U.S. State Department and U.S. House of Representatives

Legal Services

• Fairfax Public Defender's Office
• Law Office of Adriane C. Jemmott
• Law Office of Eshigo P. Okasili, LLC
• Law Office of McHugh Martinez
• Law Resources - STAFFING AGENCY
• Maryland Office of the Public Defender
• Pretrial Service Agency for the District of Columbia

Law Enforcement

• Baltimore Environmental Police
• Howard County Police Department
• Montgomery County Police Department
• Prince George's County Police Department
• US Capitol Police

Non-Profit/Social Justice

• Community Bridges
• Greenbelt CARES Youth and Family Services Bureau 
• Network for Victim Recovery of DC
• Teach for America
• The ARC Prince George's County
• The Choice Program at UMBC
• The Washington Post, Crime/Courts Reporter
• Xcelerate Solutions (consulting)

Be prepared to make a powerful first impression by reviewing these tips, prior to attending the event! 

Questions? Email Kristen Marsico at UCC-BSOS@umd.edu.

This event is co-sponsored by the University Career Center and the Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice. 

PLCY689I-- Indonesia Study Abroad Opportunity

There are a little over two weeks left to apply for the Indonesia Winter Session course (October 1st deadline). PLCY 689I: Complex Social-Ecological Systems, Environmental Policy, and Sustainable Development in Indonesia (traveling to Bali, Flores, Sumatra, Java), December 29, 2019 - January 22, 2020.

The course summary can be found further below in this email.

Applications:

Applications for the course can be made at UMD’s Education Abroad webpage (MyEA): http://ter.ps/wtindonesia. The deadline for applications is October 1st, 2019. 

Graduate students and undergraduate seniors with advanced standing from UMD or other universities may apply. This three-credit, multi-disciplinary course is open to all specializations and departments. 

Note that admissions are competitive.

Course fee:
The course fee ($3230) covers in-country transportation (flights, buses, vans, bicycles, boats), lodging, group meals, group events and activities, travel insurance, and UMD administrative fees. Students are primarily responsible for this course fee, international airfare, and personal expenses during the trip. Students do not pay UMD tuition in addition to the course fee. 

Tuition remission applies for GAs - check with your adviser.

Scholarships:

We are pleased to offer four $1000 Indonesia Policy Course Scholarships. If you wish to apply for a scholarship, please make sure to fill in the scholarships section of the general application form at the Education Abroad website.

Contacts:
Tom Hilde, Professor and Director: thilde@umd.edu
Matt Regan, Associate Director: mrgregan@gmail.com
Adriane Michaelis, Assistant Director: michaelis.adri@gmail.com

Summary of the course

Indonesian place names like Bali, Java, Spice Islands (Maluku), and Sumatra resonate with exoticism for many Westerners. This historical image has its roots, perhaps, in the country’s great and unique diversity and complexity. The archipelago’s 17,000 islands comprise one of the most diverse countries on the planet – biologically, ethnically, and linguistically. Indonesia is home to at least 600 languages, 300 ethnic groups, one of the three great remaining tropical rainforests, and one of the richest, most biodiverse marine reef systems in the world. Indonesia is a young country, having declared independence from the Netherlands in 1945, but nonetheless is today the world’s largest majority Muslim nation, third largest democracy, fourth largest country by population, and one of the biggest emerging economies. Indonesia continues to grapple with how to hold its bursting diversity together in a single, modernizing nation in a way that also firmly confronts the issues of economic development, climate change, multiculturalism, democratic autonomy, good governance, inequality, and biodiversity conservation. As such, the country is emblematic not simply of its historically exoticized uniqueness, but of the complex global problems we all face in the 21st century. This graduate-level international development and environmental policy field course takes a complex systems approach to the interconnections between Indonesia’s environmental challenges and development strategies with a focus on the interface between local governance systems and global policies, especially in the face of climate change. Understanding that most such challenges involve multiple stakeholders, we study how ground-level problems are mitigated or exacerbated by national and global government policies and where local efforts may better inform policy, paying special attention to indigenous systems and what they can teach us about sustainable development, livelihood security, and climate policy.

Visiting several of the main islands of Indonesia – Bali, Flores, Sumatra, and Java – the course focuses on:

• Indigenous systems of environmental management and understanding such as the complex adaptive subak system of rice terraces, irrigation, and water temples in Bali. 
• Forest conservation and its place in climate change mitigation and adaptation, including deforestation and the expansion of oil palm plantations, carbon emissions from forest and peatland burning, wildlife habitat conservation, indigenous and local forest management, and REDD+. 
• Coral reefs and marine protected areas in the famed Coral Triangle, which comprises some of the healthiest remaining reefs on the planet. 
• Local governance and adaptation measures, the country’s decentralization policy, and democratic development and human rights. 
• Discussions with leading government officials, top research experts, local farmers and fishermen, and NGO and IGO leaders, with intensive meetings in Jakarta and Bogor. 

Throughout the course, we experience the rich and fascinating nature and culture of Indonesia – the country’s diverse religions and complex communal traditions, stunning music and theater, ancient temples, beautiful landscapes and biodiversity, and wonderful people.

Course faculty

Tom Hilde is a research professor in the University of Maryland School of Public Policy, Associate Director of International Programs, and Senior Fellow in the Center for International and Security Studies at Maryland (CISSM). Before coming to UMD, he taught at New York University, directing the Environmental Conservation Program there as well as the Applied Philosophy Group. He has produced books and articles on environmental and international development policy and philosophy; climate change adaptation; food systems and land use change; international agreements; human rights; and sustainability and complex adaptive systems. He currently works on collaborative projects in the Western Amazon and Indonesia, including a book on resource frontiers and climate change. For a large part of his childhood and parts of adulthood he lived in Asia, including Thailand, Japan, and Taiwan, and has traveled throughout the continent as well as in Africa, South and Central America, and Europe, having also lived in France for three years. He is a former Fulbright Senior Scholar (Venezuela) and Safra Network Fellow at Harvard University.

Matt Regan is a PhD student at the University of Maryland's School of Public Policy researching a dissertation on democracy and culture in Southeast Asia, focusing on the “Asian values” debate. He holds a B.A. in history and an M.A. in modern European history from the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., where his research focused on the history of the biological and social sciences and European interpretations of Asian thought and culture. His research interests include the ethics of global development, sustainable development, and Buddhist philosophy. He has toured Mexico with a Thai traditional dance group, served on the organizing committee for the Dalai Lama's 2011 visit to DC, and spent the last several Januarys in the Indonesian jungle, despite being totally unsuited for that kind of thing.

Adriane Michaelis is a PhD student in the University of Maryland’s Department of Anthropology. Her dissertation research focuses on the continued development of oyster aquaculture alongside public oyster fisheries in the United States, in order to better understand the social and ecological implications of privatized oyster fisheries. Adriane earned her B.S. in anthropology-zoology from the University of Michigan and her M.S. in marine biology from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. She has worked as a field biologist for the National Audubon Society, managing coastal bird sanctuaries in North Carolina, and as lab manager of an oyster research and restoration monitoring lab at the University of Maryland. Her research interests include social-ecological systems, sustainable fisheries, and participatory resource management. In her free time, Adriane can usually be found near water and/or wandering with her two dogs.

Smith Business Minor Info Meeting

The Smith Business Minor program will be hosting two upcoming information sessions for students who would like to explore the possibility of adding one of three Business minors to their academic portfolio. 

Students who are interested in Business Analytics should attend the Tuesday, October 1st session at 6 pm in Van Munching 2511. While those interested in General Business or the Innovation & Entrepreneurship minors should attend the information session on Thursday, October 3rd at 6pm in Van Munching 1330.

If you have any questions, please visit us online at go.umd.edu/smithminors.

Education Abroad News

"There’s something spectacular about seeing a place, experiencing a different culture, being exposed to new ideas"  - Barack Obama, BBC, April 2019

New Walk-in hours: EA advising is now more accessible ahead of upcoming deadlines! Nominate a deserving student for an EA Flight Voucher (value up to $2,000!)   EA invites YOU, UMD faculty and staff, to nominate exceptional students for EA's 2020-2022 flight voucher program, which covers the cost of international airfare (up to $2,000) for study abroad any time between fall 2020- spring 2022. We are seeking nominations for students who meet the following criteria: Has expressed an interest in study abroad (does not need to have started an application) Has not previously studied abroad Is in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.5 or higher Demonstrates financial need Identifies with one or more of the following First generation college student LGBTQ+ Racial/ethnic minority Student with a disability Student veteran Please review the nomination guidelines for more details  - nominations are due December 1, 2019! Study Abroad 101 now accessible 24/7! Students at the beginning of the study abroad process should join us for Study Abroad 101, which is now accessible in two formats: Study Abroad 101 online - a pre recorded presentation accessible 24/7. Study Abroad 101 in-person - an interactive group session led by an EA staff person and scheduled throughout the year. No prior research, prepration or sign-up required.  What about students who aren't at the very beginning? Have them fill out aStudy Abroad Compass Worksheet to inventory and prioritize your goals and needs and guide their program search. Invite them to submit a Study Abroad Interest form to receive resources from an EA staff member tailored to their interests. #TerpsAbroad Spotlight   Taiwo Mustafa, GVPT Major, CIEE Summer in London I didn’t expect studying abroad in London to be as uniquely insightful as it was. My presumption before the trip was that, while “British”culture significantly differed from “American” culture, this difference wouldn’t be drastically different compared to non-western contexts. However, the cosmopolitan nature of London (and it’s fascinating conception of “identity”) shocked me. Taking a course on Media, Gender and Identity in the age of Brexit was especially fascinating as a GVPT major in understanding how nationalistic attitudes form and are embraced or rejected by people in the UK. In learning about the perceived effects of migration on national identity, I was able to get an understanding of globalization and its consequences on London as a prime destination for many migrants. Check out stories from other #TerpsAbroad on our website - you can filter by academic college and various social identities!

DOTS Student Employment

EMPLOYMENT You can view all the open positions within the department from their employment page.

“The skills I’ve gained at Shuttle-UM in project management, customer service and community outreach will set me apart from others when I graduate and apply for jobs.” Chris D., Accounting and Information Systems ‘20 Driving with Shuttle-UM is one of the highest paying student jobs on campus. You could earn $4600 per semester working 20 hours per week—all while gaining important professional skills. Hours are flexible.

INTERNSHIPS

STUDENT APPLIED GIS-BIKEUMD INTERNSHIP

UNPAID INTERNSHIP FOR CLASS CREDIT; 1-2 HOURS/WEEK; FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING

The Department of Transportation Services seeks a motivated student to work with the Bike Coordinator on evaluating bike parking on campus.

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STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

STUDENT CITATION REVIEWER

$10.50/HR; 8-12 HOURS/WEEK - (MUST WORK ON WEEKDAYS WITHIN THE HOURS OF 8AM-5PM)

Job Type/Requirements: $10.50/HR; 8-12 HOURS/WEEK; This position reports to the DOTS citation review unit manager. Applicants must be available to work 8-12 hours per week

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STUDENT TRAINING ADVISOR

$10.25/HR; 12-20 HOURS/WEEK; PART TIME; UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY

Job Type/Requirements: $10.25/hr; 12-20 hours/week; Part-time; Undergraduate Students only The Department of Transportation Services (DOTS) is looking for enthusiastic

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STUDENT SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT

$10.25/HR; 10-15 HOURS/WEEK (FALL/SPRING); PART-TIME

The Sustainable Transportation Team at DOTS works to provide alternative commute, aka ‘Smart Commute’ options to the university community with the goal of influencing commute behaviors and reducing the number of vehicles that drive and park on campus. UMD Smart Commute programs include: vanpool, carpool, transit, bike, walk, telework, carshare and a variety of incentive programs.

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STUDENT MARKETING ASSISTANT

$10.25/HR; PART-TIME, UNDERGRADUATE

The Student Marketing Assistant plays an active role in engaging the campus community and promoting the UMD DOTS core messages and services. Under the direction of the Marketing & Design Coordinator and the Student Marketing Manager, the Marketing Assistant will represent the department at University-sponsored events and assist with the Shuttle-UM advertising program. This position will strive to broaden the reach of the DOTS community and encourage positive interaction between DOTS and the University of Maryland Community.

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STUDENT SPECIAL EVENTS STAFF

$12.00/HR; PART-TIME

The Student Special Events position is a very hands-on job that is perfect for outgoing and friendly students who want a position that offers more than just working behind a desk.

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STUDENT CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

$10.25/HR; PART-TIME, UNDERGRADUATE

The Student Customer Service Representatives at the Department of Transportation Services (DOTS) are responsible for delivering excellent customer service through active and accurate communication with all department customers. Representatives will serve as the first point of contact for all walk-in and telephone customers. They are expected to convey a detailed information regarding departmental policies and regulations to customers in a prompt, friendly, and courteous manner. Students will work to build and maintain positive business relationships for the department with faculty, staff, and students by providing the highest quality customer service.

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Call for Pepsi Proposal for Spring 2020 Programs

Each semester the Review Committee for the Pepsi Enhancement Fund send out a call for proposals for program funding.  At this time, we encourage you to submit proposals for the Spring 2020 term.  The programs and events must occur during January 27 - May 12, 2020.

A $50,000 fund, generously provided by PepsiCo, will be used to underwrite the cost of programs that broadly affect the campus population.  For Fall 2019, we received 72 proposals, and we were able to award 56 grants.  Some of the programs receiving funding include Welcome to the BlG Show, Mental Health Awareness Week, DC Dancesort Inferno, Young Researcher’s Conference, Room Decorating with Studio A, and SEE Haunted House. 

Each of the proposals will be measured by the following criteria:

1.      Will the event/program contribute to the creation of campus community?

2.      Will the event/program appeal to a wide audience of campus citizens?

3.      Will the event/program contribute to the advancement of the academic mission of the University?

4.      Will the event/program enhance the co-curriculum, enlarging opportunities for leadership, cultural and social exchange, and service to the University and broader community?

Submit your proposal online at https://stampunion.umd.edu/pepsi/ prior to 5:00 p.m. Monday, October 14, 2019.  All proposals must be completed online and a response is required to all of the questions detailed on the form.  The Pepsi Review Committee will review all proposals by the end of October/early November.  Departments and organizations receiving funds will be notified following the Review Committee meeting and the funds will be available at the start of the spring semester.  Please note, in order to accommodate the greatest number of groups in our funding process, a sponsoring organization may not submit more than two (2) proposals per semester.

Thank you, in advance, for submitting your proposal for Pepsi Enhancement Funds.  Should you have any questions, please contact Dr. Donna Lim at dylim@umd.edu or at 301-314-8491.

The Circle is back this Thursday (9/19/19)

The first gathering of The Circle for the Fall 2019 semester will take place this Thursday, September 19th, from 12pm-1pm at 2411 Marie Mount Hall. Most gatherings will occur on the third Thursday of each month for this academic year. The Circle is an informal, monthly gathering, that provides a space for students, faculty, and staff to share concerns and experiences of hate-bias in a supportive environment. Light refreshments will be provided. If you would like to attend, please use this  RSVP FORM. You may still attend without filling out the RSVP form, however, it is helpful to know in advance how many people will be in attendance. I encourage you to share both the flier attached and the RSVP link.

UMD RISE Competition

Apply to Win UMD's Nomination for the Universitas21 RISE Competition! WHAT IS 'RISE'? Do you have an active project that's focused on creating global impact? Are you looking for additional support and resources to grow your reach? Apply now to win University of Maryland's nomination for the international Universitas21 (U21) RISE Competition! U21’s RISE (Real Impact on Society & Environment) is an international showcase of student achievement in sustainability and social innovation designed to accelerate the scale and impact of student-led projects by connecting them with a network of experts in academia and industry. RISE welcomes current projects that focus on global challenges - such as affordable and clean energy, gender equality, quality education, or clean water and sanitation - as outlined by the UN Sustainable Development Goals. UMD is one of 27 members of the U21 network, which brings together research-intensive universities from six continents to exchange knowledge and perspectives. To select University of Maryland’s nominee for the official, international RISE Competition, the Do Good Institute and the Office of International Affairs are hosting this preliminary, campus-wide contest. ELIGIBILITY Current students and recent graduates (December 2017 or later) are eligible to apply. For details on what types and stages of projects qualify, see the U21 RISE guidelines. HOW TO APPLY Please fill out an application through this Google Form. DEADLINE You must submit your application by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October 6, 2019. PRIZES The first place project will: Serve as UMD’s nominee in the U21 RISE Showcase and Awards Earn a Do Good Institute Accelerator Fellowship Win a $500 Do Good Institute Mini-Grant Win $750 in Office of International Affairs project funding The second place project will: Win a $500 Do Good Institute Mini-Grant Win $500 in Office of International Affairs project funding The third place project will: Win a $500 Do Good Institute Mini-Grant Win $250 in Office of International Affairs project funding QUESTIONS? For questions on U21 and RISE, please contact Raluca Nahorniac at raluca@umd.edu. For questions on the Do Good Institute, please contact Sylvia Sedrak at sylsed@gmail.com. Get involved with U21! If you'd like to engage with international opportunities through UMD's membership in Universitas21, sign up for the U21 newsletter. Have a specific question? Contact UMD's U21 Officer, Raluca Nahorniac, Associate Director of International Affairs.