CCJS300 - WINTER UPDATE

Starting the 2018-2019 academic year, CCJS300 will no longer be offered during in future Winter terms. Please take this change in scheduling into consideration when planning for graduation and future semesters.

Midterm Power: February 28th

Project Success: Improve your academic performance - March 7

Due Diligence Research Summer 2018 Internship

Kroll’s Compliance Team handles anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-bribery and corruption (AB&C) compliance programs. Interns support the overall research and due diligence process at the company. Interns will be exposed to due diligence practices used globally to mitigate the impact of fraud and corruption. Kroll places a high value on our talent and seek candidates with a high level of conscientiousness, integrity, and professional pride.

Interns responsibilities: 

• Support the overall research and due diligence process
• Conduct extensive Internet and media-based research regarding both companies and individuals in both English and/or additional foreign languages 
• Assist in gathering information that will enable Kroll clients to form an assessment of the status, legitimacy, general background and overall reputation of a given subject company and its main principals
• Review gathered information, analyze extensively, then compile into written summary reports

For more information on the internship and to apply, please view the online application. All resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted during this search.

Study Abroad Spring 2018 Deadlines

Upcoming Deadlines Summer & Fall Study Abroad Programs

March 1 is fast approaching and is the deadline for UMD-sponsored programs! Please spread the word to your students and help them access our diverse array of options:

• Short-term programs - 41 program options to choose from led by UMD faculty
• CCJS is offering a short term program in Italy in Summer 2018
• Exchange programs - students pay the same as their UMD tuition & are guaranteed a $1,000 scholarship
• Maryland-in programs - students earn resident credit while benefitting from the support of on-site resident staff and UMD community of students

Students wanting to pursue an affiliate or other approved program must submit a UMD application for approval by March 15th. 

Appointments with EA advisors are available, EA peer mentors are on hand to answer questions and there are Study Abroad 101s as well. 

Fall 2018 Legal Aid Internship - On Campus

The Undergraduate Student Legal Aid Office is now accepting applications for the Fall 2018 internship. All students, regardless of class standing and major, are welcome to apply. No prior knowledge of the law is required.

All applications are due by Thursday, March 15, 2018. Students may access the application via Google Drive. Should there be any problems with access, please contact Diane (dhou1@umd.edu).

Paid Student Position: Dept of Health and Human Services OIG

Student Trainee (Administrative Support Specialist)
Department of Health and Human Services - Office of Inspector General

This position is in the Office of Investigations (OI), in OIG/HHS. The mission of OI is to conduct and coordinate investigative activities related to fraud, waste and abuse in HHS programs and operations, including wrongdoing by applicants, grantees, contractors, or by employees in the performance of their official duties.

Open: Feb 22- Feb 26 This vacancy is limited to the first 50 applications received and will close at midnight on the closing date or when the numerical cut-off is reached, whichever occurs first.
Salary: $15.89 - $23.12
Location: Washington, DC
To Apply/Job Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/491927900

Paid Summer Justice Policy Research Internship

The Urban Institute - Justice Policy Center is seeking a Research Intern who can work collaboratively on projects aimed to enhance and measure criminal justice response in the United States for the Summer 2018 term. The Summer Internship is a paid, 10 week program designed to provide students interested in research, public policy issues and organizational operations with rewarding and substantive work assignments that contribute to Urban’s mission. The Justice Policy Center conducts research and evaluations to improve justice policy and practice at the national, state, and local levels. JPC conducts rigorous evaluations and in-depth data analyses, and give context to the data through interviews with individuals involved in the justice system at all levels. JPC also produce reports and provide technical assistance that translate complex research into actionable strategies to enhance the safety and well-being of individuals and communities.  Intern Program Dates: May 21st - July 27th 2018 For more information about the Urban Institute, please visit www.urban.org. To apply to this internship, and more information about the internship, please visiti the posting here.

Branch OUT! UMD LGBT Speed Networking Event

Branch OUT! UMD LGBT Speed Networking Event

March 1^st, 7:00pm in the UMD Career Center (Hornbake 3100)

Networking is a critical skill for exploring careers, searching for a job or internship, or advancing in your chosen field. At this event, students will be paired with individual alumni for brief conversations about career paths, industry insights, and advice for success in the job search.  Every eight minutes, participants will rotate to their next assigned networking partner.  The quick tempo produces an energetic atmosphere where lots of knowledge and connections are exchanged in a short time.

Students will be informed of their assigned networking partners in advance.  The event will commence with hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and a brief primer on networking.  At the conclusion, students will have a chance to meet other alumni volunteers.

Please RSVP HERE

Apply for BSOS Student Experience Funds!

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences is launching the BSOS Undergraduate Experience Funds!

These funds assist undergraduate BSOS majors engaged in experiential learning outside the classroom, such as unpaid internships, research, service learning, and professional or academic conferences. The funds are intended to help offset expenses related to such activities like travel/transportation expenses, professional attire, and other opportunity costs (for example: the need to give up a part-time paid job in order to take an unpaid internship).

If you are a BSOS student with financial need that is preventing you from taking advantage of an unpaid opportunity, we encourage you to apply for BSOS Undergraduate ExperienceFunds.

Applications for the summer 2018 and fall 2018 experiences are due on March 28, 2018 by 9 a.m. Click here to apply. Before submitting your application, make sure to review the eligibility criteria here.

Questions regarding the funds or the application process can be e-mailed to bsos-scholarships@umd.edu.

Graduation Fair - buy your regalia!

We encourage all graduates to make their way to the University Book Center from March 6th through March 8th to purchase their graduation regalia.  

Please note: After the Grad Fair, students can still purchase regalia from the University Book Center.  Friday, April 6th is the last day that the University Book Center will be able to guarantee correct style/size for anyone attending commencement.  After April 6th students can obtain regalia but it may not be the correct size.

ACES Scholarship for Service

The ACES Program at UMD is opening its applications for the CyberCorps: Scholarship for Service program. The 2018 application period is open from Monday, February 19 to Friday, March 16. 

This exciting scholarship provides funding for students at UMD completing the ACES Minor - please check out Scholarships for more information. Benefits include:

• Tuition and fees covered  
• Annual stipend ($22,500), book and professional development allowance 
• Health insurance reimbursement
• Internships and full-time government positions

The first information session for interested students will be Friday, February 23rd at 11AM in Prince Frederick Hall, 1105. 

University Health Center Peer Programs - apply NOW!

The University Health Center is recruiting for the next batch of Health Center Peers (Fall 2018 - Spring 2019)! This includes Peer Educators and CARE to Stop Violence Advocates & Outreach Peers.

University Health Center Peer Programs are experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate students at the University of Maryland. Peers specialize in different content areas and activities, but all are responsible for educating, serving, and improving the wellness of University of Maryland community members. Find out more about the peer programs and APPLY TODAY! Applications close March 1, 2018.

Questions? Email umdpeeruhc@gmail.com  

Federal/Global​ ​Fellows Program - accepting applications NOW!

Want an internship in Washington, D.C.? Interested in global or domestic issues? Apply now to the Global Fellows or Federal Fellows Program! Earn Scholarship in Practice credit and a Fellows Program notation on your transcript!

Join a lively, engaged, and motivated student community!  In both programs students take a fall-semester seminar from expert practitioners in one of several concentrations including: Homeland Security, U.S. Diplomacy, and Responses to Global Challenges. Past internship locations include: the Department of Homeland Security, the House Committee on Homeland Security, Helios Global, and the Center for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START).  Year-round activities include trips to Capitol Hill and federal agencies, professional development workshops, and conversations with policymakers. The programs also feature one-on-one assistance in writing resumes, obtaining internships, etc.

All students must apply via the online application. First wave of applications will be reviewed on March 26. Rolling admissions thereafter.

For details regarding the application requirements, visit Federal Fellows and/or Global Fellows or contact the office office: 2407 Marie Mount Hall, 301-314-0261. 

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Women in Law Enforcement Webinar

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Women in Law Enforcement Webinar

Hosted by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

When: Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) invites you to participate in the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Women in Law Enforcement Webinar from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 28.

In partnership with the DHS Office of Academic Engagement, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will host a webinar for college and university student and recent graduate women interested in pursuing a law enforcement career at ICE. This webinar will feature a panel of female special agents and deportation officers who will share their experiences in law enforcement and career paths at ICE. In addition, human resource officials will explain the federal application process and highlight ICE career pathways for students and recent graduates.

This event is free for participants. To register, visit the RSVP site. As space is limited, it is recommended you register soon.

More information regarding this webinar opportunity will continue to be shared with stakeholders and potential participants. Email AcademicEngagement@hq.dhs.gov should you have any questions regarding participation in the event.

Study Abroad 101 Sessions Held All Semester Long!

MLAW Program's Law and Society Minor Fall 2018

The application to join MLAW Program's Law and Society Minor Fall 2018 cohort is open! Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and students should hear back about their admissions decision within 2-3 weeks of submitting the application. 

Questions about the application and the program can be directed to mlawprograms@umd.edu or 301-405-3179. 

Memphis Police Department Now Hiring!

Attend a Webinar with the Memphis Police Department! The webinar gives an overview of the Memphis Police Office position with the City of Memphis. It is a 15-20 minute session about the openings with the Memphis Police Department, how to apply, and all about the job opportunity as a whole. The Memphis Police Department will hold webinars every Tuesday and Thursday in February.

Reduced Cost LSAT Prep Course at UMD!

With resources from Letters and Sciences/Pre-Law Advising, and some generous assistance from Princeton Review, a 15 person, full-length, in-person Princeton Review LSAT course is available at a cost of $200!!

1. An application is currently available at http://prelaw.umd.edu/LSATaward.html

2. Applications are to be submitted electronically and are due by midnight, February 18th.  Please note the quick turnaround time!

Information Session for Biology, Biochemistry, and Chemistry

Interested in a double major in Biological Science, Biochemistry and/or Chemistry?  

Attend a Limited Enrollment Program (LEP) Information session on declaring these majors.  Information sessions are held in Symons Hall, room 2312 on the following dates and times:

• Wednesday, February 28 at 2:00 PM
• Tuesday, March 13 at 11:00 AM
• Thursday, March 29 at 3:00 PM
• Monday, April 9 at 3:00 PM

Financial Aid advising for Study Abroad!

Join the Education Abroad office throughout the semester for walk-in financial aid advising! There will be a financial aid counselor on-site to answer all your questions about how financial aid money can work for you to go abroad!

Come to 1118 H.J. Patterson Hall and get your questions answered!  Financial aid advising is available on the following dates and times:

• Monday, February 12, 2018 - 2:00 PM to 4:00
• Wednesday, February 21, 2018 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
• Tuesday, February 27, 2018 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• Monday, March 5, 2018 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
• Wednesday, March 14, 2018 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
• Tuesday, March 27, 2018 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• Monday, April 2, 2018 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
• Wednesday, April 11, 2018 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
• Tuesday, April 17, 2018 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Summer 2018 Paid Internship Opportunity

Thomson Reuters Special Services is seeking to fill a paid Analyst Intern position for the Summer 2018 term. The 12 week internship program will give students the opportunity to work on various initiative based teams that focus on intelligence and law enforcement issues.

To apply to this position, and for more information, please refer to the job posting here. Applications are due by end of day on March 2, 2018.

University of Maryland Summer Research Initiative 2018: Application Now Open

Please see below for the promotional brochure and visit the BSOSSRI website for more information.

Affordable, on-campus LSAT Course

With resources from Letters and Sciences/Pre-Law Advising, and some generous assistance from Princeton Review, a 15 person, full-length, in-person Princeton Review LSAT course is available at a cost of $200. 

1. An application is currently available online.
2. Applications are to be submitted electronically and are due by midnight, February 18th.  Please note the quick turnaround time! 
3. Make sure to write a thoughtful essay response about your interest in law school, as well as information about your personal/financial circumstances that makes this opportunity particularly appealing to you. 
4. For those 15 students selected, the course will start on Sunday, February 25th and run every Sunday for 10 weeks until May 6th, with March 18th off due to break. Class will take place from 6:00 PM - 9:00 Pm at a location on campus.  It includes 10 in-class sessions and 4 diagnostic exams that will likely be held on Saturday mornings throughout the course.  All books and additional materials are also provided at no additional cost.
5. This is intended for students planning to take the LSAT in 2018.
6. If selected, you will be required to make a payment of $200 and commit to full participation in the class.  

Please contact the Greg Shaffer, the University's Pre-Law Advisor, with any questions at gshaffer@umd.edu.