PLS Election Nominations Extended – Secretary Needed + All Positions Open!

Missed the Friday deadline? Found a new fire lit under your belly after the BMORE Law Schools Tour? Ready to step up to the plate?

Good news—the Pre-Law Society is still accepting nominations for the upcoming election! We’re especially looking for someone to fill the Secretary position, but nominations are open for all positions if you're feeling called to lead.

New Deadline: Sunday at 11:59 PM

Use the form below to nominate yourself or someone else who would be a great fit for the team. Don’t miss this second chance to get involved and make your mark!

https://forms.gle/4VciCkYe4dhPwdSR6

Let’s build the future of PLS together 

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You and your family are invited to CWIT’s Annual Picnic and Graduate Celebration on Sunday, May 4 from 12pm to 2pm at UMBC's Commons Terrace.

The Center for Women in Technology & PWIT (Parents of CWIT students) are excited to celebrate the end of the academic year with families, kids, alumni, friends, faculty, staff, Scholars, and Affiliates during our CWIT Annual End of Year Picnic!

Games and Activities

  • Face Painting

  • Crafts

  • Yard Games

  • Catered Cookout Food

  • Music

  • Student Tables

  • And more! 

Remember to bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets. If you have any questions please email Jenny Bowers at jherrm1@umbc.edu.


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A whole 1 BHK apartment or sharing is available. Permanent/temporary Accommodation  Details: 1 bath
Centralized heating and AC  
Rent: $1223/- per month + utilities + Deposit (Sharing rent negotiable)
Location: Maiden choice apartment 1-minute walk to UMBC bus stop
Contact: 309-612-4407
425-510-8680
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We invite self-nominations to become representatives on the UMBC Adjunct Faculty Advisory Committee (AFAC). The AFAC is an elected body charged with representing the interests of our part-time adjunct faculty within our campus system of shared governance. Members of the AFAC are responsible for communicating adjunct needs and concerns to the campus administration, making recommendations related to adjunct professional development and working conditions, and providing advice on policies and procedures that concern adjunct faculty. In recognition that adjunct faculty are compensated only for course-by-course instructional services, 

AFAC members receive a yearly stipend equivalent to one semester course and are reimbursed for travel and other reasonable expenses, consistent with USM and UMBC travel policies.

AFAC representatives will serve a two-year term from Fall 2025 through Spring 2027.

Elections are being held for 4 AFAC representatives:

2 representatives from CAHSS

1 representative from CNMS

1 representative from COEIT.

1 representative that is non-college affiliated.

All Adjunct I,  Adjunct II, and Adjunct III faculty employed to provide instruction on a course-by-course basis at UMBC this spring, including UMBC programs at Shady Grove, who have taught in this capacity at UMBC for at least four previous semesters, are eligible for nomination. 

Please note that regular faculty and staff at UMBC who receive additional compensation to teach on a course-by-course basis are not eligible to serve on the AFAC.  

Self-nominations must include name, College, and length of service at UMBC as well as responses to the following questions:

1.       What strengths do you think you would bring to the AFAC? (200 words or less)

2.       What issues do you think the AFAC should be addressing during the 2025-2026 academic year? (200 words or less)

Nomination materials must be submitted electronically via https://forms.gle/m1irHnHpHNv96z1S8 by Friday, May 2nd.  

Candidate statements and voting instructions will be posted the following week and voting will take place from Monday, May 5th to Wednesday. May 14th

For additional information, please contact Robert Bennett (bennerob@umbc.edu) or Bonnie Kegan (bkegan1@umbc.edu)







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Hello Pre-medical society!
We have an exciting opportunity available for you all!

We are excited to announce the 2025 APSA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference at UPenn on June 21st (Saturday), 2025!


APSA (American Physician Scientists Association) is a national organization founded by physician-scientist trainees to address the needs of future physician-scientists with respect to their training and career development. Every year, regional meetings are hosted to help build the regional communities of current and future physician-scientist trainees. 

This year, UPenn is hosting the Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference for clinician-scientist trainees at all levels including physician- and veterinarian-scientist trainees, as well as undergraduates and post-baccalaureate students interested in this career pathway. There will be opportunities to: (1) hear keynote talks from renowned physician- and veterinarian-scientists, (2) present your research through podium talks and poster sessions, (3) network with fellow current and prospective trainees in the region, (4) choose from a variety of panels featuring MD/PhD and VMD/PhD program directors, research-track residency directors, scientific journal editors, and clinician-scientists who pursued diverse pathways outside of academia. We are particularly excited to share that Nobel Prize Laureate, Dr. Drew Weissman, will be a keynote speaker. Please see the conference website linked above for more details, and we hope you consider joining us at UPenn this year!
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English students Kat Gill, Halima Jama, Frank Rodriguez, Ryan Supplee, and Maia Turman each successfully presented about their research at URCAD 2025 on April 16. Congratulations to all! 

Scroll on for photos of the students presenting their work. 


Maia Turman presents "Resilient Hearts: Literary Portrayals of Lauryn Hill’s Self-Love and Resistance Against Intimate Consequences":





Kat Gill presents "Moms for Liberty: A Historical and Local Perspective on Conservative Activism in Education":




Frank Rodriguez presents "The Wild Men of Wirral: Racism Toward the Welsh in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight":





Halima Jama presents "Assessing Muslim Women in Medieval European Literature: Problems and Questions":




Ryan Supplee presents "Invisible Disability and Exploitation in Medieval Lamporecchio: Masetto and the Nuns":



Frank Rodriguez, Ryan Supplee, Kate McKinley, and Halima Jama at the event:


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Dr. Debkalpa Goswami, director of biomechanics at the Cleveland Clinic's Cardiovascular Innovation Research Center and assistant professor of medicine and biomedical engineering at Case Western Reserve University, will be visiting on Friday, April 25, to give a seminar.  Please see abstract and bio below.

Abstract:

In contrast to rigid-bodied robots built from metals, ceramics and hard plastics, soft 
robots are made of soft and/or compliant materials, making them inherently safe when working in close contact with humans. The growing field of soft robotics provides 
an ideal opportunity for the development of implantable devices and biomimetic simulation testbeds due to the constituent materials possessing mechanical properties comparable 
to that of biological tissue. Soft robotic devices are pushing the boundaries of robotics
in accomplishing tasks that are out of the reach of traditional rigid body systems. In this talk, Dr. Goswami will present some of his recent work that leverages soft robotic technology to build both benchtop and in vivo models of cardiovascular disease. He will also discuss novel implantable soft robotic drug delivery devices with potential applications in the treatment of type 1 diabetes. He will explore how these platforms can be harnessed to simulate disease progression, enabling more accurate and personalized treatment strategies.

Bio:

Debkalpa Goswami serves as the director of biomechanics at the Cleveland Clinic’s Cardiovascular Innovation Research Center and holds an academic appointment as an assistant professor of medicine and biomedical engineering at Case Western Reserve University. Debkalpa received his Ph.D. from Purdue University and completed postdoctoral training at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has held full-time research positions at ETH Zurich, Switzerland, and the University of Bremen, Germany, before starting as a faculty at Cleveland Clinic and Case Western Reserve University in early 2023. His research group combines soft robotics, 3D printing, biosensing tools, and computational modeling to build advanced physical and digital biomechanical models of disease.

Light refreshments will be provided.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Embarking on a career in public health offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on community well-being. To support your journey to a first job or a new one, we've compiled a list of public health organizations and resources that provide job listings, professional development and networking opportunities in the public health sector. 

Public Health CareerMart – This APHA resource includes a career learning center, coaching, resume writing tips, job search and more to help you build and manage your career. 

PHERN - Early Career Professionals - How-to Toolkit includes a section on How to Get Your First Public Health Job with links to many job boards and resources on resumes, interviews, etc. (This is for more than just first jobs.) 

PublicHealthJobs.org – A comprehensive job board dedicated to careers in public health, connecting job seekers with employers in government, nonprofits, academia, and the private sector.

PublicHealthCareers.org – An ASTHO initiative offering a user-friendly platform to explore careers in governmental public health agencies nationwide.  

Resume Writing Resources

  1. PublicHealth.org Resume Guide: A detailed guide on crafting standout public health resumes, highlighting the importance of tailoring your resume to specific job descriptions and showcasing relevant skills and accomplishments.
  2. MPH Online Resume Writing for Public Health: Offers guidance on preparing effective public health resumes, emphasizing the significance of outlining accomplishments, skills, and professional experience tailored to each position.
  3. Resume Genius Public Health Resume Samples: Provides examples and tips for writing public health resumes that capture employers' attention, emphasizing the demonstration of both hard and soft skills pertinent to the field.

Skill-Building Resources

  1. Public Health Training Centers: A network established to provide training, education, and workforce development for individuals in the public health sector, aiming to improve competencies and skills across the United States.
  2. TRAIN.org – A national learning network that provides access to thousands of free and low-cost public health and healthcare training courses for professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills. (Including Secrets of the Government Job Search: How to Apply for Local & State Health Department Jobs)
  3. PublicHealthCareers.org Resources: Offers a collection of materials designed to assist public health professionals in recruiting and retaining a skilled workforce, promoting excellence in public health practice.
  4. PH-HERO Workforce Resource Center: A curated collection of resources addressing moral injury, burnout, culture of care, and retention for public health professionals, supporting resilience and opportunity within the workforce.
  5. Big Interview: APHA provides members with free access to Big Interview, which combines training and practice to help improve your interview technique, whether you're interviewing for a job or school admission. Tools include mock interview practice and recording, job search curriculum and resume design.

Employment Opportunities

  1. APHA’s CareerMart: Features public health jobs around the country and international, along with the ability to create job alerts.
  2. Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) Careers: Offers a comprehensive job bank tailored to state and territorial health agencies, facilitating connections between job seekers and potential employers.
  3. National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) Career Center: Features job postings from local health departments nationwide, serving as a valuable resource for those seeking roles in community health.
  4. Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) Opportunities: Lists career and volunteer openings aimed at enhancing the quality and performance of public health departments.
  5. StaffUP - ASTHO: A program in partnership with Wanderly, designed to facilitate rapid recruitment for governmental public health agencies seeking public health and healthcare professionals.
  6. Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) Job Board: Provides job listings and career resources specifically for epidemiology professionals.

Government sites/resources

  1. https://virginiahasjobs.com  
  2. https://response.maryland.gov/federalpublicservants/ 
  3. https://does.dc.gov/page/resources-impacted-federal-workers
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Good afternoon!!!

Want to bring to you some updates regarding the ESS Mentoring Program.

To help us get the word out about the open application window, PLEASE share with your UMBC colleagues.  Applications are due by Friday, April 25, 2025.
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