When: Wednesday, October 29, 12:00-1:00
Where: Multipurpose Room, Nyumburu Center
Link: http://www.freestuff.umd.edu/events.cfm?mode=detail&eventID=32879
Description:
Student Perspectives on Palestine & Media is the second installment of the Nyumburu Cultural Center's monthly open forum series. This event will be moderated by two students, one Palestinian-American and one Jewish-American. Both students will share their personal experiences, perspectives and knowledge regarding this important topic. The audience will be encouraged to share their comments and perspectives throughout much of the forum.
Monday, October 27, 2014
A Celebration of SustainableUMD
When: Wednesday, October 29, 3:30-5:30
Where: Atrium, Stamp Student Union
Link: http://www.freestuff.umd.edu/events.cfm?mode=detail&eventID=32776
Description:
Carlo Colella, Vice President of Administration and Finance, and The University Sustainability Council cordially invite you to: A Celebration of SustainableUMD! Join us for the SustainableUMD Magazine Launch and Gallery Walk; the presentation of UMD's 13th place ranking by Sierra Club; remarks by Carlo Colella, Vice President; and Keynote by Colin Beavan, No Impact Man. Refreshments will be provided, and music will be performed by UMD musicians.
Where: Atrium, Stamp Student Union
Link: http://www.freestuff.umd.edu/events.cfm?mode=detail&eventID=32776
Description:
Carlo Colella, Vice President of Administration and Finance, and The University Sustainability Council cordially invite you to: A Celebration of SustainableUMD! Join us for the SustainableUMD Magazine Launch and Gallery Walk; the presentation of UMD's 13th place ranking by Sierra Club; remarks by Carlo Colella, Vice President; and Keynote by Colin Beavan, No Impact Man. Refreshments will be provided, and music will be performed by UMD musicians.
Structural Racism and the Root Causes of Prejudice Series
When: Wednesday, October 29, 2:00-3:00
Where: Colony Ballroom Stamp Student Union
Link: http://www.bahaipeacechair.umd.edu/events/oct29-2014
Description:
The Bahá'í Chair for World Peace presents the Structural Racism and the Root Causes of Prejudice Series with Phillip J. Bowman and John L. Jackson, Jr. Phillip J. Bowman, Ph.D., Professor, Center for the Study of Higher and Postsecondary Education, University of Michigan, will speak on “Contemporary Racism, Organizational Inequality and Sustainable Diversity: Challenges for the 21st Century.” John L. Jackson, Jr., Ph.D., Dean, School of Social Policy & Practice, University of Pennsylvania, will discuss “What You CAN’T See Is What you Get: Color, Community and Citizenship in an Aspiringly “Post-Racial” Democracy.”
Where: Colony Ballroom Stamp Student Union
Link: http://www.bahaipeacechair.umd.edu/events/oct29-2014
Description:
The Bahá'í Chair for World Peace presents the Structural Racism and the Root Causes of Prejudice Series with Phillip J. Bowman and John L. Jackson, Jr. Phillip J. Bowman, Ph.D., Professor, Center for the Study of Higher and Postsecondary Education, University of Michigan, will speak on “Contemporary Racism, Organizational Inequality and Sustainable Diversity: Challenges for the 21st Century.” John L. Jackson, Jr., Ph.D., Dean, School of Social Policy & Practice, University of Pennsylvania, will discuss “What You CAN’T See Is What you Get: Color, Community and Citizenship in an Aspiringly “Post-Racial” Democracy.”
The Inaugural Diversity Fireside Chat "Rising Tide: The New American Workplace"
When: : Friday, October 31, 2014, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Where: Ralph J. Tyser Auditorium (Room 1212), Van Munching Hall
RSVP: http://www.cvent.com/Surveys/Welcome.aspx?s=2537b46c-ca9c-4093-b930-60170f2908e7
Link: http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/events/inaugural-diversity-fireside-chat-rising-tide-new-american-workplace
Description:
Attorney Veronica Villalobos has dedicated her career to opening doors for minority talent. Under the auspices of OPM, she is engaged in outreach efforts to develop, drive, and monitor strategies which ensure a more diverse and inclusive Federal workforce. In her current role, Ms. Villalobos can speak to sweeping trends that will impact both the public and private sector. Her remarks will be of considerable value for future business leaders, community members, and public policymakers. - See more at: http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/events/inaugural-diversity-fireside-chat-rising-tide-new-american-workplace#sthash.K6tuEcHN.dpuf
Where: Ralph J. Tyser Auditorium (Room 1212), Van Munching Hall
RSVP: http://www.cvent.com/Surveys/Welcome.aspx?s=2537b46c-ca9c-4093-b930-60170f2908e7
Link: http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/events/inaugural-diversity-fireside-chat-rising-tide-new-american-workplace
Description:
Attorney Veronica Villalobos has dedicated her career to opening doors for minority talent. Under the auspices of OPM, she is engaged in outreach efforts to develop, drive, and monitor strategies which ensure a more diverse and inclusive Federal workforce. In her current role, Ms. Villalobos can speak to sweeping trends that will impact both the public and private sector. Her remarks will be of considerable value for future business leaders, community members, and public policymakers. - See more at: http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/events/inaugural-diversity-fireside-chat-rising-tide-new-american-workplace#sthash.K6tuEcHN.dpuf
Tips on the Federal Internship Search
When: Tuesday, October 28, 2014 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
RSVP: http://www.careers.umd.edu/events_RSVP.cfm?event_id=5008
Description:
Between the legislative, judicial and executive branches of the federal government, the opportunities for internships are vast. Before diving into the federal internship search process, it is important for you to know what to expect and how to best communicate your qualifications through your application materials. This session will provide you with important resources to learn:
RSVP: http://www.careers.umd.edu/events_RSVP.cfm?event_id=5008
Description:
Between the legislative, judicial and executive branches of the federal government, the opportunities for internships are vast. Before diving into the federal internship search process, it is important for you to know what to expect and how to best communicate your qualifications through your application materials. This session will provide you with important resources to learn:
- How your major/career interests fit in
with internships in the federal government
- How to write an effective federal
resume
- How to find and apply for internships
in the federal government
- ......and more!
Virtual Reality and Telepresence: 50 Years from Dreams to Reality
When: Friday, October 31, 2014, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Room 2117 Computer Science Instruction Center (CSI)
Link: https://talks.cs.umd.edu/talks/803
Description: This talk will review the history of VR, the development of the component technologies and several representative applications. We’ll review the key technical problems to be solved, assess their current state of effectiveness, and note how the situation is different now than during the last promising era two decades ago. We’ll conclude with a tour of remaining technical challenges (such as merging real and virtual worlds), a look at some new application areas, and speculate on why a VR startup company might be worth $ 2 Billion.
Where: Room 2117 Computer Science Instruction Center (CSI)
Link: https://talks.cs.umd.edu/talks/803
Description: This talk will review the history of VR, the development of the component technologies and several representative applications. We’ll review the key technical problems to be solved, assess their current state of effectiveness, and note how the situation is different now than during the last promising era two decades ago. We’ll conclude with a tour of remaining technical challenges (such as merging real and virtual worlds), a look at some new application areas, and speculate on why a VR startup company might be worth $ 2 Billion.
Careers in Science Policy
When: Thursday, October 30, 5:00 p.m.
Where: 3134 Hornbake Library
RSVP: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/22PKT9S
Link: http://bsosundergrad.blogspot.com/2014/10/careers-in-science-policy-must-rsvp.html
Description: Come hear five science policy advisors talk about their work and how they got there. This is a dynamic group of folks who are eager to engage with undergraduates in all majors.
Where: 3134 Hornbake Library
RSVP: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/22PKT9S
Link: http://bsosundergrad.blogspot.com/2014/10/careers-in-science-policy-must-rsvp.html
Description: Come hear five science policy advisors talk about their work and how they got there. This is a dynamic group of folks who are eager to engage with undergraduates in all majors.
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