Private Spaces for Participating in Virtual Appointments with Community-Based Mental Health Providers
The Center for Well-Being and Erickson Hall have reservable, private spaces from which students may participate in virtual appointments with their community-based mental health providers. These are available between 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday when the campus is open. To reserve a space, please send an email with your desired reservation date and time to privatecounselingspace@umbc.edu. If we cannot accommodate your request, we will get back to you to discuss other available times. All reservation requests should be made at least 72 hours in advance.
]]>Do you sometimes feel like you're not enough? Do you ever doubt your abilities or compare yourself to others? If so, you may be experiencing imposter syndrome. Please join the First-Gen Network to discuss what imposter syndrome is, why it exists, and how that can impact your personal and professional experiences. We will also discuss key ways to combat imposter syndrome in and out of the classroom.
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Come one, come all! Meet the First-Gen Network at the RAC to enjoy some fun and fitness! We will meet at the RAC to determine what activities students will like to do. We welcome everyone to attend! To enter the RAC, you must have your UMBC student ID card. We look forward to seeing you there!
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The first session of the Let's Talk Grad School series will help you maintain your identity in unfamiliar spaces and where you may feel isolated. You will learn about the importance of finding community, building rituals, and staying grounded to maintain confidence and be your best self in grad school!
Panelists include:
1. Dr. Maria Sanchez, Director of Education and Outreach, COEIT
2. Dr. Lauren Edwards,Assistant Professor, Public Policy
3. Monique Ransom,Associate Director, Academic Advisor Development and Student Transition Programs
4. Dr. Andrea Kalfoglou,Associate Professor, Social, Anthropology, and Public Health
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Zoom Meeting ID: 826 8895 2641
Passcode: 600809
Do you want to conduct undergraduate research and go to graduate school for your Ph.D.? Are you a first-gen college student, a member of a traditionally underrepresented racial/ethnic group, or qualify as low-income? The McNair Scholars program may be the perfect fit for you! Join our info session and learn how our program helps students thrive in college and grad school.
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Together Beyond: A Community Gathering: Join other members of the UMBC community to reflect on the events of January 6th in DC and elsewhere and what they mean for our community and society. The program will feature facilitated small group conversations.
RSVP required to receive login information. Please RSVP here.
This program is part of the Cast Your Whole campaign to support participants in renewing connections, reflecting on the aftermath of the election, and helping each other through challenging times.
]]>On September 1st, new and returning students received an email from safecolleges.com. This is NOT SPAM. It is information regarding a mandatory training from OEI. More info below:
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The Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) assigned new and returning students our updated Sexual Misconduct/ Title IX/ OEI training through SafeColleges.
Trigger Warning: If you have been personally affected by sexual or interpersonal violence and are concerned that you may not be able to complete the training in this format as a result of this experience, please contact Mikhel Kushner - Title IX Coordinator.
If you are experiencing sexual violence or discrimination or are being impacted by past experiences with them, you can report using OEI’sonline reporting form, you can also find information aboutRights and Resources here.
The training must be completed by October 31, 2020: A registration hold may be placed on the student's account if they fail to complete the training.
Before beginning the training students are encouraged to review UMBC’s Policy on Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination, (updated August 14, 2020), as well as the Discrimination and Equal Opportunity Policy, which outline UMBC’s expectations of conduct towards members of the UMBC Community.
Questions about the policies and procedures related to sexual assault, domestic/ dating violence, sexual harassment, or stalking, should be directed to Title IX Coordinator Mikhel Kushner at Kushner@umbc.edu. If you have any questions or concerns about the policies and procedures related to discrimination and bias, please contact OEI at oei@umbc.edu.
Students will receive an email with instructions about how to complete the training which can be found at:
https://umbcstudents-md.safecolleges.com/
We thank our students in advance for participating in this training which will help address harassment, assault, and discrimination on our campus and promote an environment where all members of our community can study, learn, work and play.
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In coordination with the First-Generation Workgroup, Off-Campus Student Services is incredibly excited to announce the First-Generation Peer Mentoring Program (FGPMP).
FGPMP is designed to support the success of current first-time and full-time first-generation students at UMBC. Students that take part in this program can expect to meet other first-generation students and become a part of a large, supportive community that works to share resources, find lasting friendships and connections, and create an impactful college experience.
Participants of the FGPMP will also have the opportunity to take part in a series of activities and workshops designed to enrich students both personally and professionally.
Some additional benefits of taking part in the FGPMP include:
Developing transferable and marketable skills to enhance professional experience
Cultivation of leadership, self-management, and organizational skills
Improved communication and interpersonal skills
Greater self-efficacy and self-awareness
An increased network of support
Expanding your resume
If you would like to be a part of the FGPMP, please click here to fill out the application. The application deadline is Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 5:00 PM.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. M. Antonio Silas at silas@umbc.edu. Thank you and we look forward to connecting with you!