This is a reminder that we are collecting responses for your service to INDS. When you have earned 75 points, you will receive recognition with a special cord to wear at graduation signifying the time and talent you provided to Interdisciplinary Studies.

The breakdown will be (but is not limited to) the following ways to earn your service cord. Additional items can be added to the list, and special circumstances for individualized service will be considered.

After you have completed a service, submit the form on our website. We are also accepting responses for service conducted in previous semesters.

[The following information is also posted on our website.]

5 pts - take photos at an INDS event and share with INDS staff

5 pts - assist INDS staff, Council of Majors or LLC RA with set-up for an event

5 pts - assist INDS staff, Council of Majors or LLC RA with clean up for an event

10 pts - write an article (~250 words) for the INDS newsletter

10 pts - take photos and write a photo story (~250 words) about an INDS event

10 pts - spend an hour writing thank you notes to those who contribute to INDS

10 pts - represent INDS for one hour at an Admissions event

15 pts - spend 1.5 hrs help to plan and execute a CoM event under the leadership of a CoM officer or the individual responsible for planning the event

15 pts per meeting - accept invitation and participate in the Mock ISC (includes 30 minutes preparatory reading and 1 hour of participation)

20 pts - serve as an officer for one semester in the INDS Council of Majors

20 pts - plan and execute an event with the management of other CoM members for the INDS Council of Majors

20 pts - mentor an INDS student formally through the INDS Peer Mentoring Program

Not sure how many points you have collected over time through a submitted form? Email csauter@umbc.edu to find out!

"Looking Back To Move Forward"

Towson University 21st Multicultural Conference

• Colorism: Prejudice Within Communities of Color
• Cultural artwork, short films, and performances
• Representation in Media
• Moving Beyond Tolerance
• Womanism Across Borders
• Policing Our Communities/ Respecting Our Communities
• Know Your Rights
• Islamophobia
• Immigration Reform
• Health and Wellness in Diverse Communities
• Gender Equity

Proposals can be submitted here: https://goo.gl/forms/QAF9bv5PdJkOCIum2

Proposals are due by Monday, March 30, 2016. Presentations should be approximately 1 hour in length, including 15 minutes for discussion/questions. You will be notified regarding your proposal in Mid-March.  If you have any questions, please contact Co-Chairs Joshua White and Aaliyah Perez at towsoncdso@gmail.com

• Working with the project team, and liaising with ECA/A/L and program partners, ensure that program offerings meet program standards for TESOL content and instructional design, and support program objectives.
• Work with project team and ECA/A/L to identify field needs for TESOL related professional development, and evaluate proposals and applications for course and materials development.
• Work with project team to explore and refine best practices for online learning in low-resource environments.
• Assist project team with the implementation of digital platforms, including Drupal-based content management system (CMS) and Canvas learning management system (LMS); programming experience is not required.  Ensure a uniform user experience by evaluating the user interface and visual design of digital components and creating guidelines and templates.  Evaluate and define program specific strategies for engaging Community of Practice (CoP) members and promoting interaction.
• Provide support related to the program’s digital platforms as needed by and requested from program stakeholders including Regional English Language Officers (RELOs) and U.S. Embassy staff, program participants, program partners, and ECA/A/L staff.

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent - Economics, Education, Environment, Health, Human Development, Information Science, International Development, Social Sciences or Related Field.
• Typically requires 5-8 years of managing data collection and technical assistance experience.
• Proficiency with database management software and on-line search tools required.
• Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Articulate and professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private company.