Upcoming Opportunities for DC Area Young Adults JDC Entwine has a few awesome opportunities coming up for DC area young adults and we would love for grad students and alumni from UMBC Hillel to join!    

On Thursday, July 21st at 7 pm, they will be hosting a free event with Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat. He has worked extensively in government and international relations, litigating Holocaust claims and securing restitution for Holocaust victims and their families. Hear about his work and how he views global responsibility for victims of genocide. The link to sign up is: https://www.tfaforms.com/4992458     

Also, an Inside Rwanda trip will run from October 31st-November 8th. Participants will spend a week exploring this beautiful country, probing lessons learned between the Holocaust and the Rwandan Genocide, engaging with the incredible students and staff of the Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village (ASYV), and more!  The trips are open to all young adults aged 23-39 and the deadline to apply is July 24th, 202ng with the incredible students and staff of the Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village (ASYV), and more!  The trips are open to all young adults aged 23-39 and the deadline to apply is July 24th, 2022. The link to apply is: https://www.jdcentwine.org/insiderwanda/
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I need a private room, preferably furnished, but I don't mind furnishing it myself if needed. I don't mind sharing a bathroom or anything else though and will work with whoever if they have a particular schedule or rules when it comes to sharing spaces.

I'm neat and will always clean up after myself, especially in shared spaces. I'm pretty quiet and flexible to work with if needed, I spend most of my time, studying and working.

Please email me at Mdiaz2@umbc.edu if you have a spot available or text me at 443/629/9443 with an introduction. 
]]> Hello! I'm Maria, I'm a rising senior at UMBC and am searching for a room to rent in the nearby area. Either walkable, near a shuttle stop or less then a 10 minute drive. I need a private room,... https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/126291/guest@my.umbc.edu/9a47d355625931b9c2022d2a9c8df4a3/api/pixel Classifieds https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/classifieds https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xsmall.png?1434550723 https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/original.png?1434550723 https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xxlarge.png?1434550723 https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xlarge.png?1434550723 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/large.png?1434550723 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/medium.png?1434550723 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/small.png?1434550723 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xsmall.png?1434550723 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xxsmall.png?1434550723 Classifieds 0 3 true Sat, 16 Jul 2022 15:07:24 -0400 Sat, 16 Jul 2022 15:09:33 -0400 Hosing/roomate Hello everyone! My name is Yesreshe. I am a rising junior here at UMBC. I am currently looking for housing and also for a roommate(females). Please contact me at (ybade1@umbc.edu) if there is a room for rent.

Thank you!
]]> Hello everyone! My name is Yesreshe. I am a rising junior here at UMBC. I am currently looking for housing and also for a roommate(females). Please contact me at (ybade1@umbc.edu) if there is a... https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/126288/guest@my.umbc.edu/85b30f8b9f3b512ac7c13ad2afe80caf/api/pixel Classifieds https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/classifieds https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xsmall.png?1434550723 https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/original.png?1434550723 https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xxlarge.png?1434550723 https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xlarge.png?1434550723 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/large.png?1434550723 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/medium.png?1434550723 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/small.png?1434550723 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xsmall.png?1434550723 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/081/27816fed47150f6fda5f96e75013749f/xxsmall.png?1434550723 Classifieds 0 0 true Fri, 15 Jul 2022 20:29:55 -0400 Take part in a UMBC Based Survey! UMBC Professors Seeking UMBC Students for Survey

A Study on Technology Acceptance to Support Personal Decision-making in the Context of COVID-19 ($10 Incentive)

Take part in a UMBC-based survey

Please see information below about a study open to all UMBC undergraduate students 18 years and older: 

We are conducting an online survey study to learn more about the willingness of individuals to accept a potential mobile app that shows an estimation of the occupancy level of different spaces (buildings, floors, etc.) on campus in real time. We are inviting you to participate in our study. Your opinions are critical to developing a useful tool for supporting individual decision-making in these uncertain times!

You will be asked to complete a brief online Qualtrics screening survey that will take less than 5 minutes to complete and includes basic demographic and COVID-19 related questions. You will also be asked to provide an email address if you are willing to participate in the main study survey. Some students will then be selected to complete another online Qualtrics survey that will take less than 30 minutes and will explain the proposed technology and ask about your interest in and willingness to adopt this technology. 

To participate in this study, you must be a UMBC undergraduate student and 18 years or older.  

After completing the screening survey, you will be entered into a drawing to win one of ten $10 gift cards. If you are selected for and complete the main study survey, you will be compensated with a $10 gift certificate for your time and contributions. 

If you are interested in participating, please click on the following screening survey link to get started: 

https://bit.ly/covid19umbc

Please contact the principal investigator, Dr. Tera Reynolds, at reynoter@umbc.edu with any questions or concerns. ]]> A Study on Technology Acceptance to Support Personal Decision-making in the Context of COVID-19 ($10 Incentive) Take part in a UMBC-based survey Please see information below about a study open... https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/126281/guest@my.umbc.edu/b7e978d4e8be13013c1b59f5e6bcd224/api/pixel College of Engineering & Information Technology Advising https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/coeitadvising https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/564/6207e48bc2612a0b21c093b4a46a3be8/xsmall.png?1778247417 https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/564/6207e48bc2612a0b21c093b4a46a3be8/original.png?1778247417 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/564/6207e48bc2612a0b21c093b4a46a3be8/xxlarge.png?1778247417 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/564/6207e48bc2612a0b21c093b4a46a3be8/xlarge.png?1778247417 https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/564/6207e48bc2612a0b21c093b4a46a3be8/large.png?1778247417 https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/564/6207e48bc2612a0b21c093b4a46a3be8/medium.png?1778247417 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/564/6207e48bc2612a0b21c093b4a46a3be8/small.png?1778247417 https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/564/6207e48bc2612a0b21c093b4a46a3be8/xsmall.png?1778247417 https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/564/6207e48bc2612a0b21c093b4a46a3be8/xxsmall.png?1778247417 Engineering & Computer Science Advising 0 0 true Fri, 15 Jul 2022 15:42:34 -0400 NASA SaSa program featured on NBC4 NBC4 aired a report on the NASA SaSa program on 7/14/22. The students will be in the Physics Department at UMBC for the next two weeks working on analysis.

https://www.nbcwashington.com/community/in-the-community/nasa-program-has-diverse-group-of-student-scientists-soaring-over-i-95/3100678/

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Lee, J. (613/UMBC) and D. L. Wu (613/GSFC) (2022), Non-Gaussian distributions of TOA SW flux as observed by MISR and CERES, J. Geophys. Res. Atmos., 127 (14), https://doi.org/10.1029/2022JD036636.

Also, Eunjee Lee published a 2022 paper in Geophys. Res. Lett.:

Lee, E. (610.1/UMBC), R. Koster (610.1/GSFC), L. Ott (610.1/GSFC), J. Joiner (614/GSFC), F. Zeng (610.1/SSAI), J. Kolassa (610.1/SSAI), R. H. Reichle (610.1/GSFC), K. Arsenault (617/SAIC), A. Hazra (617/UMCP), and S. Shukla (UC-SB) (2022), Skillful Seasonal Forecasts of Land Carbon Uptake in Northern Mid- and High Latitudes, Geophysical Research Letters, 49 (6), https://doi.org/10.1029/2021GL097117.
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Can you reach net zero by 2050?

See if you can save the planet from the worst effects of climate change!
While you're at it you can also see what UMBC is doing to curb our emissions! 


How to win some UMBC Sustainability Swag


Step 1: Explore UMBC's Emissions and review what UMBC is doing to reduce our impact

Step 2: Play the Climate Game! 

Step 3: Share your results with #UMBC2050 on Twitter or Instagram (or email the Sustainability Office) 



About the Climate Game


This game was created by the Financial Times. It is based on real science and reporting — however, it is a game, not a perfect simulation of the future.
The emissions modelling was developed in 2022 by the International Energy Agency (IEA). The scenarios used in the IEA’s “Net Zero by 2050” report were recalculated to track the temperature outcomes for specific pathways used in the game. These climate outcomes were calculated using the IEA’s World Energy Model (WEM) and Energy Technology Perspectives (ETP) model coupled with the MAGICC v7+ climate model. MAGICC stands for Model for the Assessment of Greenhouse Gas Induced Climate Change and is used by scientists and integrated assessment models.
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Summer Housing Bus Fair

Still on the hunt for off-campus housing?

Saturday, July 23, 2022 · 9 AM - 3 PM
Apartment Community Center

Looking for off-campus housing? Not sure where to start?

Join us if you are still in need of securing housing for the upcoming fall semester or just want to tour several off-campus living properties. 

The tour includes free breakfast, lunch, and transportation to Mt. Ridge, The Timbers, St. Agnes, and Walker Ave Apt.

Registration is required. Sign-up here for the event!



OCSS Commuter and Transfer Welcome Day

Calling all incoming Commuter and Transfer students!

Saturday, August 27, 2022 · 1:30 - 7 PM
University Center : Ballroom
Greetings! 

Are you a new commuter or transfer student? Join Off-Campus Student Services (OCSS) for our Commuter and Transfer Welcome Day on Saturday, August 27,1:30 – 7 p.m. in the University Center Ballroom. 


This event is part of UMBC’s Welcome Week, an annual tradition with programs and events that will give you the opportunity to meet and connect with other students, learn how to get engaged on campus, and help you prepare for the upcoming semester.


OCSS offers a range of services, programs, and support and aims to help students thrive during their time at UMBC socially and academically. You’ll learn more about all of our offerings, including the Commuter Assistants and Transfer Student Network Leaders programs, and so much more. 


There’ll be other fun activities like campus tours, games, and Retriever Fest. T-shirts and dinner will be provided. 


Tentative Schedule

1:30 - 2 p.m. | Check- In (Lite Refreshments)

2:15 - 3 :15 p.m | OCSS and Campus Welcome

3:30 - 4:45 p.m | Campus Tours or Visit Retriever Fest (in- groups)

5 p.m | Commuter and Transfer Student Panels (Q & A Session)

6 p.m | Dinner and Group Photos

7 p.m and on | Optional Welcome Week Activities On Erickson Field



RSVP is required. Questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us at ocss@umbc.edu. 


We can’t wait to see you!


Off-Campus Student Services

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Disability Pride Month is celebrated in July each year - and in 2013, Chicago's Disability Pride Parade explained their mission as:

"To change the way people think about and define 'disability,' to break down and end the internalized shame among people with disabilities, and to promote the belief in society that disability is a natural and beautiful part of human diversity in which people living with disability can take pride." 

The Disability Pride movement is long-standing, and became more evident as a day of celebration in 1990 - the same year that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law.   Boston celebrated its first Disability Pride Day that year, however many are also familiar with the earlier 504 disability civil rights movements of the 1970s which is chronicled in the movie Crip Camp, (Crip Camp Netflix link, Crip Camp YouTube link, which highlights the advocacy efforts of Judy Heumann and James LeBrecht, among others).  This July marks the 32nd anniversary of the ADA, and many cities across the country celebrate disability pride with parades and festivals.  Let's work together to support access and inclusion so more people can say it loud, "I'm disabled and I'm proud!"

Learn more about Disability Pride from the Valuable 500, including the design concept of the flag.


Join Maryland's ADA 32nd Anniversary Celebration - Where We've Been, Where We're Going online Monday July 18th at 2p via this Zoom Link   Meeting ID 852 33555454 Passcode 312312 MDOD Policy Directors will discuss successes and future opportunities for improvement because while there have been great strides forward, there is much work to be done.

Other ways to celebrate Disability Pride: 
Get familiar with local resources and technical assistance - here is a sampling of what is available at UMBC: 

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