Explore a Double Major in Secondary Education!

Have you considered a career in Teaching? A life changing profession where you have the ability to make an everlasting impact in the lives of the next generation of student leaders.

Register to attend The College of Education’s upcoming virtual Education Major Exploration Workshop! You’ll learn more about the College of Education, major requirements, and how you can add a double major in Secondary Education. Upon graduation, Secondary Education double majors become eligible for Teacher Certification! Interested in making an impact? Register to attend by clicking the link below. After registering to attend, you will receive the event Zoom Link two days prior to the event date. 

Event: Secondary Education Major Exploration Workshop

Eligible Content Area Majors: History, Geography, or Government & Politics

Date & Time: Tuesday, April, 16th at 1pm or Wednesday, May 1st at 12:30pm

RSVP Here: https://education.umd.edu/student-resources/student-services/undergraduate-studies-student-services-office/major-exploration

Minority Serving Institutions Conference

The annual MSI (Minority Serving Institutions) Conference provides the opportunity for students to engage in a conference where they will gain insight into the numerous employment opportunities, internships, fellowships, and overall experiences in the Civil Services and Foreign Services.

The annual MSI (Minority Serving Institutions) Conference is next Friday, April 12^th from 12:00-6:00 pm. The conference will be hybrid and is free to attend. Here is the registration form. Secretary Anthony Blinken will attend and speak in person and Hermes Grullon, Foreign Service Orientation Deputy Course Coordinator, Foreign Service Institute, will also speak. 

Internships on the Hill Virtual Panel April 10th

Internships on the Hill Panel

April 10, 2024 |  5- 6 PM | Virtual, Register via Handshake

Do you have a passion for politics and policy? Ever wonder what it’s like to intern on the Hill? Join the Feller Center for a panel discussion featuring students and alumni who’ve interned on Capitol Hill. Topics include: tips for landing an internship on the Hill, learn about the day-to-day work experiences, how they juggled coursework and their internship, what they liked and what they learned. Open to all UMD students, but the event will be especially helpful for BSOS majors. 

Big Ten Policy Simulation: AI Shield for Kids Act

 Students from across the Big Ten are invited to participate in a virtual policy simulation, with the opportunity to play the role of a senator working to move a bill out of committee. The bill, S. 1626 (IS) - AI Shield for Kids Act, would make it mandatory for companies to not include artificial intelligence features in their products targeted at minors without the consent of a parent or guardian. The simulation will be led by faculty from the Ford School of Public Affairs at the University of Michigan, UMD’s lead co-partner in the Big Ten Collaboration: Democracy in the 21st Century.  

This event, open to graduate students and undergraduates of all majors, is for anyone who’s curious about how policies are created and wants to have a say in shaping the future. Worried you won’t understand policy language? Unclear about a policy simulation? Don’t be! This is a learning experience for everyone, and democracy thrives when diverse backgrounds participate. Previous Big Ten policy simulations have focused on the Democracy Restoration Act, by Maryland Senator Cardin, and the Vote At Home Act, by Minnesota Senator Klobuchar.

Students who complete the policy simulation will receive a digital badge that recognizes their participation and skills developed in this learning experience. They also become eligible to participate as mentors with their Big Ten peers in future in-person policy simulations.

REGISTRATION LINK

Event Details:

Thursday, March 7, 2024

4:00 – 8:00 pm EST

Virtual 

USAID 4th Annual Black Humanitarian Experience Virtual Event

 USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility team, in partnership with the BHA's Black Caucus (BBC), is hosting the 4th Annual Black Humanitarian Experience Virtual Event on February 21st. 

This Black History program will elevate the voices of USAID/BHA’s workforce of the Black/African Diaspora to increase awareness of BHA’s career opportunities within the Black/African Diaspora communities. This event supports our efforts to (1) increase Black/African Diaspora representation among all hiring mechanisms represented in BHA, and (2) improve strategic outreach within the Black/African Diaspora.  

Register here https://usaid.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_JteL6C7dSI-1b3viJrwqCw#/registration

 

DOJ Antitrust Division Panel

 2024 DOJ Antitrust Division 

Paralegal Recruiting Event for Undergraduate Students & Recent Graduates, February 15^th at 11 AM ET/8 AM PT

The Antitrust Division’s Diversity Committee is hosting a virtual panel for undergraduate students and recent graduates who are interested in applying for a Paralegal Specialist position at the DOJ. See the attached flyer for more information. Attendees can register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2RMFZCK.

DOJ Antitrust Division’s Paralegal Recruiting Event February 15th

 The 2024 Department of Justice Antitrust Division Paralegal Recruiting Event for Undergraduate Students & Recent Graduates is happening on February 15^th at 11 AM.

The Antitrust Division’s Diversity Committee is hosting a virtual panel for undergraduate students and recent graduates who are interested in applying for a Paralegal Specialist position at the DOJ. See the attached flyer for more information. 

Attendees can register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2RMFZCK

.S. Senate Virtual Info Session, Feb. 14

 Early Career Opportunities with the U.S. Senate

Virtual Info Session, Feb. 14, 2024

Are you a student or recent graduate or student interested in beginning a career in public service? Please join the Senate Employment Office for a virtual information session on Wednesday, February 14 at 1:00 PM ET. Participants will learn about internships and early career opportunities at the U.S. Senate and will have the opportunity to ask questions in our live Q&A forum. Please register. 

The War in Israel and Gaza: Constructive Campus Conversations

 

Civic Synergy Presents: Empower Youth In Power

When: Thursday November 16, 3:30pm PT/6:30pm ET - 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET
Where: via Zoom

Civic Synergy, in partnership with other organizations working to strengthen our democratic republic, presents this panel discussion and networking event. This event hopes to inspire, empower, and connect today's young adults as you embark on your journey towards becoming tomorrow's leaders. 

Register now for a chance to learn more about pathways to leadership in public service and to connect with pro-democracy organizations.

Panel Highlights:

• Discussion focused on how we can support, empower, and engage young voices, and how young adults can get engaged in serving their communities
• Featuring Brandon Mitchell, Chief Impact Officer of Millennial Action Project
• Pre-recorded remarks by Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL)
  
• Other speaker(s) to be announced!

Networking Session:

• This session is an excellent opportunity for students to connect with like-minded peers and organizations, expand their network, and ignite their potential. By bringing together students and pro-democracy organizations, you can create valuable connections and learn from the experiences of individuals in organizations working in public service. 
• Confirmed organizations include the Consensus Building Institute, National Institute for Civil Discourse, BridgeUSA, and more!

Register here for the Empower Youth In Power event, as spots are limited!