Bits Blog: Fitbit Recalls Force Device After Complaints of Rashes The company said it would also stop selling the wrist-worn fitness tracker immediately because some customers had reported red, itchy rashes.
    






]]> The company said it would also stop selling the wrist-worn fitness tracker immediately because some customers had reported red, itchy rashes.      http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/02/21/fitbit-offers-a-voluntary-recall-of-force-after-complaints-of-rashes/?partner=rss&emc=rss https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/41659/guest@my.umbc.edu/3d8f5cc05ebb0ea9a263043a08fb4089/api/pixel allergies devices fitbit new park-james recalls-and-bans-of-products technology wearable-computing york Web Developer - Build Group https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retired-583 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xsmall.png?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/original.jpg?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xxlarge.png?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xlarge.png?1363101197 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/large.png?1363101197 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/medium.png?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/small.png?1363101197 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xsmall.png?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xxsmall.png?1363101197 Web Developer - Build Group 0 0 true Fri, 21 Feb 2014 17:37:13 -0500 Sat, 22 Feb 2014 18:21:33 -0500 Seven Must-Read Stories (Week Ending February 21, 2014)

Another chance to catch the most interesting, and important, articles from the previous week on MIT Technology Review.

]]> Another chance to catch the most interesting, and important, articles from the previous week on MIT Technology Review. http://www.technologyreview.com/view/524891/seven-must-read-stories-week-ending-february-21-2014/ https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/41660/guest@my.umbc.edu/e6937afc3b39aea60384dedaf306b78d/api/pixel development internet mit technology web Web Developer - Build Group https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retired-583 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xsmall.png?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/original.jpg?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xxlarge.png?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xlarge.png?1363101197 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/large.png?1363101197 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/medium.png?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/small.png?1363101197 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xsmall.png?1363101197 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/583/fc60f5d7abc2e080599bb6dc465db54d/xxsmall.png?1363101197 Web Developer - Build Group 0 0 true Fri, 21 Feb 2014 17:33:00 -0500 NEW! Internships for CAHSS Students
NEW! Full-Time Jobs for CAHSS Students

During the last week, multiple full-time positions have been posted to UMBCworks. Check them out (plus many, many more opportunities) by logging in to UMBCworks today.

Smithsonian Development Internship
The Smithsonian Institution
UMBCworks ID: 9237883
Deadline: May 15

Summer 2013 - Media / Social Networking Intern
Video Labs
UMBCworks ID: 9263756
Deadline: March 31

2014 Spring Communications Fellow
United Students Network
UMBCworks ID: 9240579
Deadline: June 28

Spring 2014 - Social Entrepreneurship
Pi Foundation
UMBCworks ID: 9241038
Deadline: Marh 07

Spring 2014 - Development Intern
Chase Brexton Health Services, Inc.
UMBCworks ID: 9243669
Deadline: March 07

Wolf Trap Summer Internship Program
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
UMBCworks ID: 9243458
Deadline: March 01

Spring 2014 - Rotational Intern
Oak Crest Village - Erickson Retirement Communities
UMBCworks ID: 9252239
Deadline: March 07

To access these positions, log in to your UMBCworks account (via the link in the Jobs & Internships Topic in myUMBC) and find details and application instructions as well as hundreds of other job postings! 

Please note you MUST have an approved resume to apply to positions. To schedule an appointment, click on "Request a Counseling Appointment" via the UMBCworks homepage or call 410-455-2216.
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Congratulations to three LLC doctoral students -- Erin Berry, Emerald Christopher, and Latasha Eley, who presented to an overflow crowd at UMBC's Women's Center on "Policing Bodies & Beings: The Politics of Black Womanhood" on Thursday, February 20th. Thank you for your presentation!



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One of the things that makes UMBC great is how wonderful our alumni, students, faculty and staff are. Because of these amazing people, UMBC often finds itself “in the news,” so each week, we’ll be sharing with you a round-up of the most newsworthy achievements from our community.

Check out all the other great campus news on Insights Weekly.

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Wednesday, February 26
12:00 - 12:50p.m.
Math/Psychology Rm. 008

Thursday, February 27
4:00 - 4:50p.m.
Math/Psychology Rm. 008

Monday, March, 3
6:00 - 6:50p.m.
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Name: Deepak Mishra

Hometown: Germantown, Maryland

Major: Mathematics


Q: How long have you been at UMBC?

A: 7th semester

Q: What is your current title (job or student organization position)?

A: Data Analyst, LETS GO Boys and Girls
Grader, Multivariable Calculus

Q: In 12 words or less, what role(s) do you play on campus? 

A: President of UMBC Hindu Students Council and Actuarial Students Association
and Member of UMBC Wrestling and Club Tennis

Q: What aspect of your UMBC role(s) do you enjoy most?

A: My roles involve a lot of teamwork, networking, and being conscientious and extroverted.

Q: What is the most important or memorable thing you learned in college/have learned at UMBC?

A: The most memorable thing I have learned at UMBC is to keep looking for opportunities around you. There are so many things in terms of meeting with professionals, getting involved in student organizations, sports activities; anything fun one could think of is happening around the campus. It's just a matter of showing interest and being involved in it.
Q: Complete this sentence: "I am a big fan of __________"

A: Roller coaster rides.

Q: Do you have any UMBC stories, little-known facts about UMBC, favorite spots on campus, or anything else you’d like to share?

A: One of the most interesting stories I can think of is when I got confused between one of my advisors and his twin brother. I sat with his twin bother and started talking about classes for the upcoming semester and all. When our meeting was done, he asked me, "Are you sure I am your advisor?" Then he revealed that he has a twin!

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If you have questions about your URA application (due Thursday, February 27), you can e-mail mcglynn@umbc.edu on Saturday and receive an answer on Sunday.

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