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<Title>Volunteers Needed for Lego Robotics Championship Saturday</Title>
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<Title>Appreciating Differences in a Changing World</Title>
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    unity during these changing times especially when we don’t agree?  What capacities are needed to bring about a
    truly inclusive community, one that honors and calls forth the best in all of
    us?  This interactive concert with
    conscious singer-songwriter and trainer, Bob Sima, will explore these and other
    powerful questions through music and discussion with the goals being to strengthen
    our community and increase and improve:</span><ul><li>Self-awareness,</li><li>Interpersonal
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    even if you don’t agree</li></ul><p><span>With so many things outside of our control, we
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    That choice matters more than ever now.</span></p><strong>Please join us for this unique and inspiring concert with nationally touring singer-songwriter Bob Sima.<br><br><a href="http://my.umbc.edu/groups/training/events/46131" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">View the event posting and RSVP.</a><br><br></strong><br><em>Sponsored by the Department of Human Resources as part of its Spring 2017 HR Diversity Workshop Series.</em></div>
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<Title>Reminder: Exciting PSS Events Today!</Title>
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    <a href="http://maps.google.com/?t=k&amp;z=18&amp;q=The%20Commons@39.2548571,-76.7110675" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">The Commons : The Skylight Room</a><span><br></span>
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    <br>8 seats remaining!<br><br>Cost is $9.40 for buffet. Today's menu includes: Signature Macaroni and Cheese, Vegetable Medley, Red Skin Potato Salad, Cooked Farro, Barbecued Chicken,
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    Carolina Slaw,
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    <br><h2><a href="http://my.umbc.edu/groups/pss/events/45786" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">PSS &amp; NESS Social</a></h2>
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    </div><br>Join us at Flat Tuesdays for the PSS &amp; NESS (Non-Exempt Staff Senate) Social (4 to 7 PM). Please RSVP below. <strong>Free snacks provided!</strong> Make sure to bring proper ID (state ID and UMBC red card). <br><br><p>Full pint purchases can be made with <strong>cash or campus cash</strong> on your UMBC red card only — <strong>NO credit cards accepted.</strong></p><em><span>This event is for professional (exempt) and non-exempt staff.</span></em></div>
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<Title>Wellness Wednesday Session: Your Healthy Heart</Title>
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    remainder of the session experiencing a quick, simple, circuit routine 
    to maximize your cardiovascular health. <strong><span>Loose fitting clothing and tennis shoes recommended.</span></strong> Reserve your spot <a href="http://my.umbc.edu/groups/training/events/45611" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">today</a>!<br><br>Don't forget to follow Workplace Learning and Wellness on <em>my</em>UMBC <a href="http://my.umbc.edu/groups/training" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a> to stay up-to-date on the latest training sessions.<br></div>
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<Title>Get (Tax) Certified with UMBC VITA</Title>
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<Summary>Get Certified with UMBC VITA   Join the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance team so that you can get FREE IRS certification to help familiesprepare their taxes. Training is available for the following...</Summary>
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<Title>Basketball Game Night with Pizza Social</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><h3>TONIGHT!!<br></h3><h3><span>UMBC vs. </span><span>Binghamton</span></h3><h6></h6><span><br></span><h5><span>5 P.M. Pre-Game Pizza Social featuring swag giveaways (UC310)<br></span></h5><h5><span>7 P.M. GAME TIME</span> (RAC)<br></h5><h5></h5><span><br></span><br><span>Please join us for Friends and Family night at the UMBC basketball game against Binghamton in the RAC tonight<br><br>Discounted tickets for the game are available for just $5!<br><br>A pizza social will be held prior, in the University Center, room 310 from 5-6:30. <br><br>Game time starts at 7 P.M. in the RAC.<br><br><strong>To reserve your tickets, and RSVP for the pizza social, please click <a href="https://docs.google.com/a/umbc.edu/forms/d/1BokHPbDtCWpylQcQ6bAXCeZC8xcZOjNcm9pvlwMWxkY/edit" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a>.<br><br></strong>View <em>my</em>UMBC event posting <a href="http://my.umbc.edu/groups/pss/events/46047" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a>.<strong><br></strong></span></div>
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    <div class="html-content"><div>There is still time to <a href="http://mcc.maryland.gov/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">donate to the MCC</a>, and any donations made before <span><span>December 23rd</span></span>
     will be entered into a drawing for another set of airline tickets 
    generously donated by Freeman Hrabowski. Cash or check donations can be 
    made any time today, and online donations can be done through the end of
     December.</div><div><br></div><div>Any donation, regardless of size, 
    can make a huge difference in the lives of people in need. There are so
     many worthwhile causes, and any amount, when multiplied by a large 
    amount of people, can provide a charity with the tools to continue their
     work and help those in need. That is the power of the Maryland Charity 
    Campaign. </div><div><br></div><div>The Maryland Charity Campaign means a
     great deal to this campus. But, where it really matters is with those 
    in our community who need our help. Whether it’s feeding the homeless, 
    rescuing abused animals, or supporting victims of relationship violence 
    and abuse.</div><div><br></div><div>We all know that sometimes the main 
    reason people haven't given is that they simply haven't gotten around to
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    do so, we encourage you to help support the many nonprofit organizations
     that serve our surrounding community, and <a href="http://mcc.maryland.gov/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>consider a gift of any amount</span></a>. If you need assistance donating, see our <a href="http://mcc.umbc.edu/help/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">online help guide</a>.</div><div><br></div></div>
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    <div class="html-content"><h3>Thursday, January 5, 2017</h3><h3><span>UMBC vs. </span><span>Binghamton</span></h3><h6></h6><span><br></span><h5><span>5 P.M. Pre-Game Pizza Social featuring swag giveaways (UC310)<br></span></h5><h5><span>7 P.M. GAME TIME</span> (RAC)<br></h5><h5></h5><span><br></span><br><span>Please join us for Friends and Family night at the UMBC basketball game against Binghamton in the RAC this Thursday.<br><br>Discounted tickets for the game are available for just $5!<br><br>A pizza social will be held prior, in the University Center, room 310 from 5-6:30. <br><br>Game time starts at 7 P.M. in the RAC.<br><br><strong>To reserve your tickets, and RSVP for the pizza social, please click <a href="https://docs.google.com/a/umbc.edu/forms/d/1BokHPbDtCWpylQcQ6bAXCeZC8xcZOjNcm9pvlwMWxkY/edit" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a>.</strong><br></span></div>
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<Title>Winter Commencement</Title>
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    <div class="html-content">Winter Commencement ceremonies are fast upon us and we need your help! We are short volunteers. Every year, it is always the volunteers that help make the day great for our graduates and their families. Please join us in the celebration and volunteer!<br><br><strong>Wednesday, December 21 — Graduate Ceremony </strong><em>(2 ushers still needed)</em><strong><br><br>Thursday, December 22 — Undergraduate Ceremony </strong><em>(many positions still needed)</em><br><br>To volunteer, visit <strong><a href="http://umbc.edu/go/commencementvolunteer" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">umbc.edu/go/commencementvolunteer</a></strong>. You can choose from a variety of jobs, including Greeter, Usher, Line-ups, Overflow seating, and Special Accommodations.<br><br>Also, you can watch the livestream at <strong><a href="http://commencement.umbc.edu/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">commencement.umbc.edu</a></strong> and tune in through social media  using #UMBCgrad.</div>
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<Title>TOMORROW: Notice and Respond Session</Title>
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    <h4>Support students, know the signs.</h4>
    
    
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    <span>Wednesday, November  9, 2016</span> · 10 AM - Noon
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    <span>The Commons: 329</span>
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    <div><p><br></p><p>Emotional distress is an expected part of a college student's 
    experience, whether the source is academic, personal, social, family, or
     financial. Some students are able to cope effectively, with little 
    adverse impact on their academics or social life, while others struggle 
    to varying degrees. Due to your presence on campus and the amount of 
    interaction you have with students, you are in a good position to 
    recognize those students who exhibit troubled behavior. While it's 
    certainly impossible to notice and assist all of them, being observant 
    and showing that you are concerned can go a long way toward helping a 
    struggling student. <br></p><p>Come and learn more about supporting students at the
     UMBC Counseling Center session: Notice and Respond. Spots for 30 ppl. 
    Don't miss out! <br></p><p>Let us know you're coming: <a href="http://my.umbc.edu/groups/pss/events/44890" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">http://my.umbc.edu/groups/pss/events/44890</a><br></p><strong>Two attendees will be randomly selected to their choice of 1 acupuncture or massage session.  </strong></div>
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