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The Honors College blends eight highly acclaimed living-learning programs, close-knit communities of students and faculty, and the magic and infinite possibilities of a premier public research university in the nation’s capital area and global center.
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DMV Student Journal Symposium for Literary and Research Publications
Join the DMV Student Journal Symposium for Literary and Research Publications, the first of a proposed annual symposium of undergraduate and graduate student-led journals. This event is a chance for anyone interested in student publications to engage in interactive workshops and roundtable conversations, hear from panel discussions and a plenary speaker, and connect with fellow university journals in the DC area. The symposium fosters conversation on best editorial, leadership, and community practices and discover how to support student publications. Topics will include sustainable leadership, ethics, diversity, and navigating AI in submissions.
Peace Corp Info Session: From the Field with Nicholas Klawitter
Join Honors Global Communities on Zoom to meet with Nicholas Klawitter, a Peace Corps volunteer currently working on site in Zambia! Nick will share more about his academic and professional pathway and how the Peace Corps experience provides exciting opportunities and benefits for skill-building, networking, professional development, personal growth, and more.
Honors Citation Ceremony – Spring 2024
Our Spring 2024 Citation Ceremony will take place on Friday, April 26 at the UMD Memorial Chapel from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
Inaugural Big Queer Photo
The campus community is invited to come together to take our annual Queer class photo as a visible display of support for Queer and Trans Terps. Campus community members should register for the event to receive a free T-shirt to wear for the photo. Afterwards, enjoy cake and soft drinks in celebration of 25 years of the LGBTQ+ Equity Center.