☀️ Show us your Summer and Win AGNR Swag! 2025 ☀️

Hey AGNR Terps! We miss you so much and we want you to share what you've been up to as a part of our annual "Show Us Your Summer" feature! 

Fill out this form and provide 2-3 high quality photos of what you've been doing this summer with your name and a brief description. 

Photos can include summer jobs/internships, hanging out with friends and family, classes, travel, etc. Select photos will be featured on AGNR social media. Again the form link is https://forms.gle/6De3HyhRHy7kdvHp9

Each AGNR student submitting the form will be eligible to win a prize pack from the college (1 entry per person). A prize pack winner will be selected at random and the prize will be available for pickup at the annual AGNR Welcome Back Bash on Monday, September 22 starting at 4 pm in the Animal Sciences Courtyard.  

Earn an extra entry into the raffle by following AGNR on Instagram and liking and sharing our "Show us Your Summer" posts! Don't forget to tag us in your share. 

Entries are due by Sunday, August 31st.

"Endless Summer" AGNR Welcome Back Bash - September 22nd!

Attention all AGNR Students!

You're invited to the annual College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Welcome Back Bash on Monday, September 22nd from 4-6 pm in the ANSC Courtyard .

Join your fellow AGNR Terps at this celebration and connect with student organizations, AGNR academic departments, faculty, staff, and administrators for FREE FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, FUN, PRIZES, GIVEAWAYS, and so much more. 

Bring your student ID and be sure to check in at our welcome table to be eligible for raffle prizes. 

Questions? Email us at abrohawn@umd.edu or agnrundergrad@gmail.com

Guests who plan to attend and have special dietary needs, are vegetarian, or vegan, are asked to RSVP in advance at go.umd.edu/wbb25 so that we can try to accommodate your needs. 

2026 Spring Break in Brazil: Recorded info session and scholarships

Expand your studies globally to Brazil (3-credit AGST/ANSC 470) over Spring Break 2026 — with significantly reduced costs for 2026 and scholarships to make it affordable! 

Dr. Cardoso and Dr. Silvert, who co-lead the program, have pre-recorded an 18-minute information session video that reviews the course, the 9-day itinerary in Brazil, and financial and application considerations: 

View the Brazil Study Abroad info Session Recording Here

We are nearly two months away from the application deadline (September 30, 2025). You do not need to commit to joining the program when submitting an application. See information and the link to apply here and via the QR code in the flyer. 

We are also happy to share three main scholarship sources that can reduce the cost of our 9-day study abroad course and guided experience in Brazil over UMD's spring break:

• UMD Education Abroad scholarships: Students can be awarded up to $1500 
• AGNR Study Abroad scholarship: Our College also awards $500 to support studying in Brazil  
• Gilman Scholarship: This is a national scholarship from the State Department that students can apply for. Awards vary but can be up to $5000. 
• Related to this, UMD offers the Gilman Guarantee. If students apply for the Gilman scholarship through UMD's National Scholarship Office, they will get $500 guaranteed (regardless of if they receive a Gilman award or not). If they end up not receiving a Gilman award, they still keep that $500, and UMD will award them an additional $2000 (for a total scholarship of $2500). If they do get a Gilman award, then they still keep that initial $500, and they receive whatever amount Gilman decides to award them. 

Note that out-of-pocket costs in the portal are estimated and will not be billed for the program and all costs in the portal are before applying any scholarship support. Also, note that speaking Portuguese is not required.

We hope you will join us for a life-changing global educational opportunity!

Paid Intern Opportunity - International Agribusiness and Sustainable Agriculture

 JOB SUMMARY:

The Salvation Army World Service Office (SAWSO) is seeking an intern to support its International Business and Economic Development team in advancing agriculture-based livelihoods initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about global economic development, agriculture, and empowering communities through sustainable business models.

• Conduct desk research on best practices and innovations in agricultural small business development (particularly in LMICs) and synthesize findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Support the integration of business development and livelihoods approaches into agriculture-focused projects to help field teams and technical advisors strengthen the economic impact of farming initiatives.
• Collaborate with technical advisors and field teams to design and document replicable, sustainable farm models suitable for smallholder and community-based settings.
• Assist with coffee business development efforts, including research on cultivation practices, post-harvest processing, and market opportunities.
• Help develop practical tools, guides, and training materials that local teams can use to improve productivity, quality, and profitability of agricultural initiatives.
• Contribute to market research and competitor analysis for agricultural products and enterprises.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Current undergraduate or graduate student (or recent graduate) in agriculture, agronomy, agricultural economics, environmental science, or a closely related field.

Strong understanding of agricultural systems, smallholder farming, or agribusiness models; familiarity with LMIC contexts is a plus.

Experience or coursework in areas such as sustainable farming practices, crop production, agricultural value chains, or rural livelihoods.

Learn more at https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit-internship/aca533a7a0a44d68828409231f39a0d5-international-agriculture-economic-development-intern-the-salvation-army-national-headquarters-alexandria

Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford University - Info Sessions

 

Considering Stanford University for Graduate / Professional Studies?

Learn about the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford University, the largest fully endowed graduate scholarship program in the world. The Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program develops a community of future global leaders to address complex challenges through collaboration and innovation.

Every year, up to 100 high-achieving future leaders from around the world will receive full funding to pursue any graduate degree at Stanford University, including the JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, and PhD programs, as well as all joint- and dual-degrees.

Please click here to register for upcoming info sessions and application workshops!

To discuss your Knight-Hennessy application plans, and to receive support on your application, please reach out to the UMD National Scholarships Office at scholarships@umd.edu

Eligibility: Citizens of ALL countries are eligible to apply for Knight-Hennessy Scholarships. You are eligible to apply to Knight-Hennessy Scholars if you apply during your final year of study for your bachelor's degree or within four years of earning your bachelor’s degree. 

Hollings Scholarship for Environmental Studies - Rising Sophomores!

 Attention rising SOPHOMORES studying atmospheric and oceanic sciences, environmental engineering, environmental sciences or policy, or ANY major with a strong environmental focus!

Click here to learn about Maryland's 2025 Hollings Scholars!

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Hollings Scholarship provides two-year academic scholarships (up to a maximum of $9,500 per year) for full-time study, and a 10-week, full-time, paid internship position ($700/week) the summer after junior year at a NOAA facility. In the last nine years, 40 Maryland students have won Hollings Scholarships!

To learn more, please click here to complete a brief questionnaire, or write to us at noaahollings@umd.edu

Eligibility requirements: applicants for Hollings Scholarships must be US Citizens; and must have GPA's of 3.0 or higher each semester and in their major.

Get Started on your NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Application!

 Are you an undergrad or alumnus planning to apply for PhD programs in science, math, engineering, and social/behavioral science fields? Are you a 1st year PhD student at UMD?

For access to our NSF GRFP resource site on ELMS click here! 

The National Science Foundation's Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) provides 3 years of full support for PhD studies, with an annual living expenses stipend of $37,000. You can visit last year's NSF solicitation website by clicking here. The revised solicitation for the 2026 award cycle has not yet been published - we will provide updates through our ELMS resource site (sign up above).

The UMD National Scholarships Office has an ELMS resource site to help you plan effectively for your NSF GRFP application. All current UMD undergraduates, alumni, and 1st year grad students planning to apply this autumn 2025 will benefit from using this resource. This site includes a recently recorded information session presentation.

Eligibility: You must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident to apply for the NSF graduate research fellowship. You must be applying for graduate studies in an NSF supported field. If you are a graduate student, you may apply once in your first two years of graduate study. Click here for full eligibility details.

Critical Language Scholarships for Summer 2026

 Want to study one of these critical languages - abroad - during summer 2026 – all expenses paid?

ARABIC - AZERBAIJANI - BANGLA - CHINESE – HINDI - INDONESIAN - JAPANESE - KOREAN - PERSIAN - PORTUGUESE - RUSSIAN - SWAHILI - TURKISH - URDU  

To learn more about the US State Department Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) summer intensive language programs click here to complete a brief questionnaire, or write to us at clscholarship@umd.edu  You can visit the CLS website by clicking here.

You'll receive access to our ELMS resource site for CLS applicants, which includes a narrated presentation, sample essays, and outlines to guide you through the essay drafting process. 

Deadline: TBD - around mid-November 2025 for Summer 2026 programs.

Eligibility: You must be a US Citizen, and an enrolled undergraduate or graduate student, to apply.

Early Access - Boren Scholarships for Critical Languages

 Are you currently studying, or strongly interested in studying a language critical to US national interests? Are you strongly interested in US government service?

The Boren Scholarship offers undergraduates up to $25,000 for long-term (two semesters; one for STEM majors) study abroad focused on learning critical languages. US Citizenship is required, All classes including SENIORS are eligible. Campus deadline: TBD Late January, 2026

 Click here to gain early access to our ELMS resource site for Boren applicants.

Eligible regions include Africa, South Asia, East and Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe and former Soviet Republics, Latin America (esp. for Portuguese), and the Middle East. (Boren Scholarships MAY NOT be used for study in Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.) Boren Scholarships may be used for study abroad in Summer 2026 (summer-only option limited to STEM/BS majors), Fall 2026, and Spring 2027.

*The Boren Scholarship is a U.S. Government-funded award that seeks applicants who have a strong interest in future Government service; the award carries a one-year service expectation.*  

State Department Foreign Service/Masters Degree Fellowships!

 Are you interested in joining the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State? Do you want to make a positive change in the world? 

IMPORTANT: These programs seek applications from students and recent graduates who are U.S. citizens and have a history of receiving, or qualifying for, NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID.

The Clarke Diplomatic Security Fellowship Program is intended for talented students who want to pursue a master’s degree and a career as a Diplomatic Security Service Special Agent in the Foreign Service. 

The Pickering and Rangel Graduate Fellowship programs provide financial support through two years of graduate study, internships, mentoring, and professional development activities leading to an appointment in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State. 

The Foreign Affairs IT (FAIT) Fellowship is a two-year program that provides academic funding for an IT-related degree, internships, professional development and mentorship – culminating in an appointment in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State as an Information Management Specialist (IMS).

Learn more and register for an info session!

Wednesday, August 6, 12:00 pm

Thursday, August 7, 4:00 pm

Interested but unable to attend? Please fill out this brief survey to get access to our International Affairs ELMS page. 

DEADLINES

Exact dates for the programs are TBD: Pickering & Rangel - September 2025; FAIT - February 2026; Clarke - April 2026

Service Requirement: Recipients of the graduate programs must complete a minimum five-year term of service as a Foreign Service Officer (three years for the Clarke program).

Eligibility requirements for all programs:

• Applicants for the Clarke, Pickering, and Rangel programs must be seeking admission to enter graduate school in the fall of 2026 for a two-year program at a U.S. university in an area of relevance to the Foreign Service.
• Applicants may be rising seniors or recent college graduates. For the FAIT program applicants must be at least rising Sophomores, and should be majoring in an IT-related field.
• Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale at the time of application.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens

Pubic Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Fellowship Program

 re you an undergraduate student interested in making a positive change in the world? Do you receive need-based financial aid?

Learn about the PPIA (Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship) Program. This opportunity is for juniors with strong interests in pursuing careers in international affairs or domestic public policy.

 

This all-expenses-paid program for summer 2026 includes courses (with transferable credit), a full range of extracurricular activities, and career-development support, travel & room and board, and more!

Important: **This program focuses on students receiving need-based financial aid (demonstrated by FAFSA), as well as students from groups historically underrepresented in international affairs leadership roles in government, nonprofits, international organizations and other institutional settings.**

PPIA is open to juniors who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or DACA recipients; minimum GPA of 3.0 recommended.  

Deadline: TBD, likely November 1

Learn more! 

Virtual Information Sessions - Please register for one below:

Wednesday, August 6, 4:00 pm

Monday, August 11, 12:00 pm

Tuesday, August 12, 4:00 pm

Interested but not able to attend? Please fill out this brief survey.

The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans - Graduate Study

 Do you plan to pursue graduate study? If you are an immigrant or child of immigrants who will be a college senior this fall, a college graduate who is applying to graduate school this fall, or someone in the first or second year of a graduate program you’ll be in during the 2026-2027 academic year, learn about  The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans, a $90,000 fellowship for immigrants and children of immigrants going to graduate school in the United States. You can be pursuing any type of professional or graduate degree—including master’s degrees, MFAs, JDs, PhDs, MDs, MBAs, MPPs, and the list goes on! 

 

The program is looking for outstanding students who are hard-working, creative, willing to ask big questions, and aiming to make a significant contribution to American society or their academic field. 

 

The National Scholarships Office has two upcoming 30-minute virtual information sessions you can attend: 

• Thursday, August 14, 4:00 pm 
• Wednesday, August 20, 4:00 pm

If you can’t make one of these sessions, please email Leslie Brice Bustamante at lbrice@umd.edu. 

You can find eligibility criteria here and more information on their selection criteria here. 

Gates-Cambridge Scholarships - Graduate Studies at the University of Cambridge

 Are you motivated to make a real difference in the world? Do you have an outstanding record of academic and research accomplishment? Do you have exceptional public service and leadership experiences? Do you have a strong, focused interest in graduate studies? 

 

If you think you may have these strengths and aims, you should learn about the Gates-Cambridge Scholarships, which fully fund studies toward a graduate degree at the University of Cambridge in the UK. 

To apply you must be a rising Senior or recent grad; US and foreign citizens are eligible. Candidates should have exceptionally strong academic, research, service and leadership accomplishments. UMD nomination is NOT required.

To learn more, reply to this message letting me know your availability to speak in the next couple of weeks. Students and alumni in ANY MAJOR are welcome to be in touch. You may also learn more by visiting the Gates-Cambridge website here: https://www.gatescambridge.org/

 

ELIGIBILITY: To apply you must be a current Junior, graduating Senior, or recent grad; US and foreign citizens are eligible. Candidates should have exceptionally strong academic, research, service and leadership accomplishments. UMD nomination is NOT required.

College Day at The Races at The Maryland State Fair

 

College Day at The Races at The Maryland State Fair 

College Students, stop by for a day of horse racing fun and a chance to win one of multiple $1000 College Scholarships at “College Day at The Races” at the Maryland State Fair!

 

DATE: Saturday, August 23, 2025 

TIME: 12:10 PM – 5 PM 

EVENT CHECK-IN: 12:10 PM – 2:30 PM.   

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN: 

• Pre-Register by Friday, August 22, at 5 PM. 

• Have your College/University ID and valid photo ID. If you do not yet have a college ID, bring proof of college admission. 

• You MUST pre-register and check-in the day of the event to be eligible for a scholarship. Scholarship winner’s names will be drawn prior to the Shine Again Stakes Race (time to be determined).  Students are not required to be present at the drawing, but are invited to be present and be a part of the group photo at the winner’s circle during the live televised drawing.  LOCATION: MD State Fair Lower Floor South End of the Grandstand  

CONTACT: rwilliams@marylandstatefair.com 

Come out to “College Day at The Races,” it’s all about horses! How do you bet? You’ll find out and have the opportunity to check out tip sheets, programs, and everything that goes along with horse racing. Hang out with old friends, meet new friends, and be prepared to have your photo taken in the Winner’s Circle should you win one of the many $1,000 Scholarships. Watch the races from the Grandstand or next to the rail. Meet a jockey. Pet a retired race horse. Enjoy plenty of fun photo ops, including trying on authentic jockey silks and more. Didn’t find time to register, still come out to the fair with your friends and enjoy College Day at The Races activities and more!  Be sure to bring your College/University ID and valid photo ID for FREE admission. Don’t get stuck in traffic and parking, take the Light Rail to the Maryland State Fair or just UBER/LYFT. You won’t leave empty handed with all of the fun swag from a variety of horse industry representatives. 

College Day at The Races is proudly sponsored by:  

Country Life and Merryland 

Dark Hollow Farm 

Fasig-Tipton Co., Inc. 

Gray & Son 

Maryland Horse Breeders Association 

Maryland Jockey Club 

Maryland Million 

MD State Fair & Ag. Society, Inc. 

Maryland Thoroughbred Horseman’s Association Inc.  

Terms & Conditions:  The Scholarship monies will be made payable to the winner’s school and the monies will be sent directly to each institution after a proof of enrollment has been received by the Maryland State Fair office. Individuals winning scholarships must provide proof of current enrollment in an accredited college or university to The Maryland State Fair, P.O. Box 188, Timonium, MD 21094 or email rwilliams@marylandstatefair.com. Scholarships will be provided for the Spring 2026 semester. Must be 18-years-old or older to bet on the races. 

AGNR Internships Outside of the DMV

 AGNR Internships Outside of the DMV

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

5:00-6:30 PM

Learn more and register here

Have you considered looking for an internship that is outside of the DC/MD/VA area but aren't exactly sure how to do it?

Hear from recent AGNR alumni about their experiences finding, applying to, and participating in internships outside of the DMV.  You will gain insight on how to make all of the “things” work and help remove some barriers to your participation in competitive and interesting experiences!