Please join us for the 4th Annual Black & Latine/x Graduation Celebration on Tuesday, May 21st, 2024 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm in The Skylight Lounge, The Commons 3rd Floor. This evening event celebrates the wonderful achievements of UMBC's Black and Latina/e/o/x graduating seniors and graduate students as well as contributing community members.
Light refreshments and appetizers will be served starting at 5:30 pm for all graduates and guests in attendance.
Dress: We ask that all attendees and graduates come in their "graduation best". Cap & gown is not required.
For those interested in attending, you may use the Graduation RSVP Form or https://forms.gle/d1Dxz581dxR2SZu89. Check-in will begin at 5:30 pm for graduates. This form serves to gather RSVPs for graduates, their guests, and our community members. If you are a graduate, there is an opportunity to submit information about your achievements and degrees. Graduates that RSVP prior to Friday, May 3rd will be highlighted during the event and receive honorary graduation cords.
If you would like to nominate a graduate for one of our Black & Latine/x Graduation Awards, you may nominate them here using the Awards Nomination Form or https://forms.gle/6echi7mCZYVKHhDg6. You may submit multiple nominations for the same or different individuals. Please submit all nominations byWednesday, April 24th, at 8pm.
If you're interested in being a part of the Black & Latine/x Award Committee but are not interested in submitting a nomination, please email arjenkins@umbc.edu by April 8th at 5pm in order to be included in the award process.
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Have a great week Retrievers!
All RIH services are LGBTQIA2S+ friendly and are welcoming to all diverse populations.
At this industry fair, you will have the opportunity to speak with alumni and employer representatives from various fields in the humanities and social sciences. These include areas such as advocacy, social services, education, law, policy, and so much more!
The attending organizations provide internship and employment opportunities, so be sure to bring copies of your resume to share with the employers.
Date: Tuesday, April 9th
Time: 10am-11am
Location: Online
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If you need accommodations for a disability, please contact Stephanie Will (swill1@umbc.edu) at least one week prior to the start of the workshop and RIH will arrange for services.
All RIH services are LGBTQIA2S+ friendly and are welcoming to all diverse populations.
Have a great weekend Retrievers!
Hope you're all doing well! We recently hosted an information session on the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP), and we're thrilled to share the recording with you. Whether you're a current student or an alum considering further studies, this program could be a fantastic opportunity for you to explore.
In this session, we delved into the details of the NSF GRFP, discussing its benefits, application process, and tips for crafting a compelling application. Our aim was to provide you with valuable insights to help you navigate this fellowship opportunity successfully.
You can access the recording of the session https://umbc.box.com/s/iypvi535rw70q6ipccoymi1fae2ckzna to catch up on all the information shared. Additionally, we'd like to direct your attention to some essential links and resources provided by the NSF:
Email Contact: For any queries or further information, you can reach out to info@nsfgrfp.org.
Website: Explore more about the NSF GRFP atnsfgrfp.org.
Solicitation: Dive into the detailed solicitation document for the programhere.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact our program at mcnairs@umbc.edu and we will respond within 3 business days.
If you are interested in joining the McNair community, please refer to our website for more information. Our friend (affiliate) application is open throughout the academic year.