Friday, September 18, 2026
AGNR Terp Tailgate ALMOST HERE!!!!
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AGNR Student Family-
The final countdown to AGNR's Fall Tailgate is on! Join us this Saturday, September 19 from 4:30-7:30pm at the Animal Science Courtyard.
Let’s have a strong showing from our college community as we are co-hosting the tailgate with Virginia Tech College of Agriculture & Life Sciences. Be sure to represent AGNR and UMD with a strong showing!
Tickets for Maryland friends, family, alumni, faculty, and staff are only $10.
Current students attend for free!!! Can you help us get to 200+ people? We have 160 registered so far....
We'll have delicious eats from Calvert Crabs & Seafood and tasty beverages for all.
Fresh Fruit Display (Sliced Melons, Pineapple, Grapes, Berries etc.)
Cucumber, Tomato & Onion Salad
Potato Salad
Made to order Tacos: Beef, Shrimp, Vegan
Sliders:Chicken Cheesesteak, Cheeseburger, BBQ Pulled Pork, Vegan Grilled
Gameday Wings- Chicken or Vegan Cauliflower – Korean BBQ or Calvert Crabs
Spice w/Hot Honey Drizzle served with Bleu Cheese, Ranch, Honey Mustard
Hush Puppies w/Honey or Cajun Bayou Sauce
Tailgate staple apple dumplings and cookies for dessert.
Beer, Wine, Sodas, Waters, etc. provided.
Henson Week Sock Puppet Making & Party
How Do You Henson? Where might imagination take you? Dream up your own Jim Henson inspired creation!
In celebration of UMD's Henson Week, join AGNR Academic Programs for a special Sock Puppet Making Day on Wednesday, September 24 from 12:30-2:30pm at Symons Hall.
There will also be a Sock Puppet Party on Friday, September 25, 2:30-4pm in the Stamp Grand Ballroom.
UMD Student Campus Experience Survey (From an SPH Undergrad Researcher)
My name is Abigail Reed, and I am an undergraduate student in the School of Public Health at the University of Maryland. As part of my studies, I am working on research to determine if there is a relationship between UMD students' fear of crime on campus and their overall college experience and quality of life through a survey. This research is IRB-approved, and I have a faculty member in the School of Public Health mentoring me with this research.
Here is the link to the survey: https://umdsurvey.umd.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Community & School Nutrition Internship
The Maryland State Department of Education Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs, in partnership with the Division of Assessment and Accountability (Research Branch), is seeking an intern.
The intern will assist with the federally required triennial assessment of school wellness policies and other projects.
The internship period is 20 hours per week (unpaid) during the 2027 Spring semester, with a start date in December 2026 (preferred) or January 2027.
For more information see attached announcement and to submit a resume for consideration, contact Leslie Sessom-Parks, Chief – Professional Development and Performance (Nutrition Programs) - Leslie.sessomparks@maryland.
Counseling Center's 2026 Wellness Series
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Start the semester off right with one of the Counseling Center’s Wellness Series skills sessions! Check out any or all of the 16 topics, occurring Tuesdays-Thursdays at 4pm. Advanced registration is not required- just click the link at the time of the session. Visit counseling.umd.edu/wellness for details.
Struggling with focus? Feeling stressed? Want to learn how to improve your mental health? Check out the Counseling Center’s Wellness Series! We have 16 different topics related to coping skills, relationships, academics, and more. No appointment necessary. Find details and Zoom links at counseling.umd.edu/wellness.
Keep up with your mental health with the Counseling Center's Wellness Series! We have 16 different topics of virtual drop-in skills sessions occurring all semester. Attend as many as you'd like-- all students are welcome! Visit counseling.umd.edu/wellness to learn more.
Check out the Counseling Center’s Wellness Series drop-in skills sessions, happening all semester. Upcoming topics include:
Real Talk for Terps Podcast - Season 2
The Counseling Center's podcast Real Talk for Terps gets real about student mental health. Tune in as mental health professionals along with UMD students, faculty, and staff share personal stories, expert insights, and practical tips for navigating the highs and lows of campus life.
Season 2 of the Counseling Center’s mental health podcast Real Talk for Terps is out now! Tune in for personal stories, expert insights, and practical tips for navigating the highs and lows of campus life.
Check out the Counseling Center’s mental health podcast Real Talk for Terps where we get real about student mental health.
Season 2 part 1 (release date Sept 9)--episodes:
Real Talk about Making Friends
Real Talk about Adjusting to College
Real Talk about Roommate Conflict
Real Talk about Therapy
Season 2 part 2 (release date Oct 19)--episodes:
Real Talk about #MentalHealthTok
Real Talk about Navigating the Job/Internship Search
Real Talk about ADHD
Real Talk about Finding Balance
Fridays: Flower Power Hour
oin us Friday afternoons to remove invasive plants and help our native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees!
No experience needed — just show up ready to get your hands dirty (we provide gloves!) to help cultivate our living campus.
All Friday Flower Power Hours take place from 2pm - 3pm
Location
Arboretum Outreach Center
Locations of the events change weekly and are included in the registration form.
Contact
Facilities Management
For access needs, accommodations, and questions, please contact Meg Smolinski at
Get Ready for the Mid-Term Elections in November
Maryland Gubernatorial and U.S. Congressional General Election Deadlines
Deadline to register to vote for the general election: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Deadline to request to receive an absentee ballot by mail or fax: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Deadline to request to receive an absentee ballot via the internet: Friday, October 30, 2026
Early Voting in Maryland: Thursday, October 22-Thursday, October 29, 2026
Deadline for absentee ballots to be received by local board: Tuesday, November 3, 8 pm
General Election Day: November 3, 2026, Polls open from 7 am to 8 pm
Registered to vote in another state? Check out Election Dates and Deadlines in Other States.
3 Easy Steps to Get Ready to Vote
Check your registration status well before election deadlines or update your voter registration if you’ve moved recently or want to vote with your campus address
Learn about what’s on your ballot before heading to the polls
Make a plan for when, where, and how to vote
Why it Matters for Students
The 2026 midterms will determine which party controls Congress, shape national policy on healthcare, education, the economy, and more. Plus Governors, state, and local officials on the ballot this fall will make decisions affecting your daily life- from university funding, public safety, transportation, to community services right here in Prince George’s County.
Visit terpsvote.umd.edu/ for more resources and to get involved!
Swine & Pork Industry Scholarships Available
Attention students! There are multiple scholarships and internships available for students in the swine industry and currently open for applications! Read below for more information to find out when and where to apply.
Neil Dirks Scholarship due by December 8, 2026 - apply here: https://nppc.org/neil-dierks-
USPCE Swine Legacy Scholarship due by December 4, 2026 - apply here: https://nppc.org/uspce-swine-
Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship due by December 11, 2026 - apply here: https://nppc.org/britt-
Internships: https://nppc.org/about-nppc/
Hollings Scholarship for Environmental Studies - Rising Sophomores!
Attention rising SOPHOMORES (and interested new freshmen!) 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 Nation-leading Eight 2026 Hollings Scholars!
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Hollings
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.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Hollings
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.
Critical Language Scholarships for Summer 2027
Want to study one of these critical languages - abroad - during next summer 2027 – all expenses paid?
ARABIC - CHINESE - HINDI - JAP
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 2026 for Summer 2027 programs.
Eligibility: You must be a US Citizen, and an enrolled undergraduate or graduate student, to apply.
Henson Mania - 9/24/26
Please contact Melina Andrews at melina31@terpmail.umd.edu for any questions. Thank you!
Henson Mania
Thursday, September 24th | 6:00-8:00 PM
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
7801 Alumni Drive, College Park, MD 20742
Join the University of Maryland Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Leadership Council (SALC) for Henson Mania to celebrate the creativity and legacy of UMD alum Jim Henson!
The event will include Henson-themed tie-dye, a guided drawing experience led by a Terp alum, and a showcase of student-created work. The guided drawing experience will be offered in two sessions, from 6:15-7:00 PM and 7:15–8:00 PM.
All activity supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis, so come early and get creative! We hope to see you there! Thank you to the following supporters and partners in making this event possible: Henson Week, Terps After Dark, Pepsi, Student Entertainment Events (SEE) and Immersive Media Design.
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