Announcements

Dean Steve Fetter, on behalf of the Graduate School, submitted written testimony on HB 214, for the hearing on the bill before the Maryland House of Delegates Appropriations Committee, held January 28, 2020. Read his full testimony here. Read a HB214 Information Sheet here.

Invest in Your Future:  Graduate School Success Symposium January 23, 2020

Again this spring semester, the Graduate School Writing Center will offer support for students at the dissertation stage. The semester-long dissertation coaching program will include online modules, weekly accountability meetings, and personalized writing support throughout the semester.  Participants will meet weekly in either a face-to-face or a virtual accountability group.

Have some big goals for 2020?  Join us to get a jumpstart on your academic and professional development! Thursday, January 23, 2020 9am-4pm, Edward St. John Teaching and Learning Center Doctoral students and postdoctoral associates are invited to join the Graduate School for a day of networking and interactive, hands-on sessions designed to help you achieve your goals. We’re offering three tracks aimed at helping you reach your academic and professional goals.

By Anna De Cheke Qualls

Behavioral and Community Health doctoral student Sara Olsen, UMD MPH '17, PhD '21, was the student veteran speaker at Honor and Remember, a Veteran's Day Service held at Memorial Chapel on Monday, November 11. Olsen, a Navy Commander and 17-year combat veteran, hesitates to receive gratitude on Veterans Day.