Tea, hot chocolate, and freshly brewed coffee are waiting for you this Monday! Come grab a warm drink, connect with other grad students, and start your week on the right note.

Location: Commons 308

Time: 10am - 1pm

Dear UMBC Community,

Retriever Integrated Health is pleased to announce that the QuantiFERON (TB blood test) Clinic in partnership with Quest Diagnostics has been extended through Thursday, September 24. This extension gives more time for students, faculty, and staff to complete their TB screening right here on campus.

Extended Clinic Details

• New Dates: Now through September 24

• Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Location: Center for Well-Being

• No Appointment Needed – Just Walk In!

Why TB Screening Matters?
Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection that can affect the lungs and spread through the air. Many academic programs, clinical placements, internships, and employment opportunities require TB screening as part of their health clearance. Getting tested on campus ensures you meet these requirements conveniently and on time.

Who Should Attend?

• Students with TB screening requirements for classes, programs, or internships

• Faculty and staff needing a TB test for employment or professional purposes

• Anyone interested in confirming their TB status for personal health

What to Expect?
The clinic uses the reliable QuantiFERON blood test, conducted by Quest Diagnostics. No appointments are necessary during the extended period, just walk in between 9 AM and 4 PM. Please bring your campus ID and insurance card if available.

Take this opportunity to prioritize your health and help protect the UMBC community.

Questions?
Contact Retriever Integrated Health at 410-455-2542 or visit health.umbc.edu

Looking to get more connected as a graduate student? Join us TODAY, Monday 9/22, from 12–2 PM on Commons Main Street for a special Graduate Student Organization (GSO) edition of Mini Involvement Fest!

This is your chance to:
✅ Meet current Graduate Student Organizations (GSOs)
✅ Learn how to get involved in the graduate student community
✅ Build connections beyond the classroom and lab

Stop by, say hi, and find the group that's right for you—because graduate life is better when you're connected!

Upcoming Deadlines

• September 22nd: Winter and Spring Break 2026 Faculty-Led Program Applications Due (TODAY!!)

• September 22nd: CAHSS Dean's Scholarship for Education Abroad Due (TODAY!!)

• October 10th: Most Non-Faculty Led Programs for Spring 2025 Applications Due

This Week in EA

Tuesday, Sept. 23

• 3pm-4pm | Virtual: Faculty-Led Study Abroad Virtual Drop-in Hours
  Applications for Winter and Spring Break 2026 Faculty-led Programs are due today, on September 22nd! Stop by our Virtual Drop-In Hours with any last minute questions!

Wednesday, Sept. 24

• 12pm-1pm | Virtual: Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Information Session
  Are you a U.S. citizen​ or national of the United States? Do you receive a Pell grant? Are you planning to study abroad? If so, you may be eligible for the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship! Join our virtual information session to learn more about the program, eligibility, and the application process. The deadline for the next application cycle, for students interested in studying abroad during the Winter 2026, Spring 202​6, Summer 202​6 or Fall 202​6 is Friday, October ​3, 202​6, at 11:59 pm​ (PST).

• 3pm-4pm | UC207: Faculty-Led Study Abroad Drop-in Hours
  Summer 2026 Faculty-Led Programs have been posted on our website! Applications will open in November, stop by office hours to get any questions about the programs or application answered!

Thursday, Sept. 25

• 1pm-2pm | Admin 218: Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Essay Workshop Session
  Are you a U.S. citizen or national of the U.S. receiving a Pell grant and planning to study abroad? You could be eligible for the Gilman Scholarship. If you would like guidance, tips, or feedback on your Gilman Essays, stop by our Essay Workshop!

UMBC Students Abroad!

Our Abroad Ambassadors are all in their host countries and are having amazing study abroad experiences! Read all about them in their Abroad Blogs!

Can't get enough? Follow along on the @UMBCLife and @UMBCeducationabroad as fellow Retrievers share their experiences abroad, insider travel tips, program highlights, and a glimpse into their life abroad.

If you are not on the meal plan but have had previous experience with UMBC dining, you are still welcome to participate.

Five participants will be randomly selected to receive a small REWARD! YAY :)

Deadline: Thursday, September 26th at 11:00 PM

SURVEY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rTYiknUTYjn_AJuxNPlgV8IgZRuvcYIoIRsUYMFEqeM/edit

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Name: Nardos Araya

Pronouns: she/her

Semester of Internship: Summer 2025

Major: Information Systems

Current Class Level: Senior

This semester I completed a(n)...: Internship

Internship, Co-op, or Research Site (Company/Organization Name): Morgan Stanley

Location of the Organization (City, State): Baltimore, MD

Title of position: Operations Analyst Intern

Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities:

I interned at Morgan Stanley in the Baltimore office as an Operations Analyst Intern. During this internship, I worked alongside the Global Reconciliation Services team and was a team lead for a group project involving automating manual processes using various automation tools like Alteryx and Power BI. I also worked on documenting business requirements and reengineering business processes through automation and process-mapping.

Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?

I heard about this internship around the end of summer of 2024 and obtained this internship by first, making an appointment with the career center to help review and tailor my resume to the internship's job description. I also networked with full-time employees at Morgan Stanley that were previous interns and asked them how I can stand out in my application and my interview. After preparing my application, I submitted my application within 2 weeks.

What resources did you use to find your current experience?

UMBC Career Center, Networking events (UMBC Connects, Info Sessions, Arts With a Purpose, etc.), Alumni Networking, Student Organizations/Scholar Groups, LinkedIn or other social media

What have you enjoyed the most about your position and organization?

What I enjoyed most about interning at Morgan Stanley was learning alongside experienced professionals that I looked up to and receiving guidance from them on familiarizing myself with a corporate environment. Getting to know other interns from different schools and backgrounds was also a great opportunity that I appreciated the most because those connections I built are always going to be helpful for my future as I grow professionally. Additionally, getting to use skills that I learned in the classroom in a real-world environment where I'm given a project and I have the opportunity to create impact for the organization was very rewarding!

How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?

The automation project that I led was for a daily manual process that usually took 1008 hours to complete annually. By automating the daily manual process, I saved the company 750+ hours annually and eliminated manual error completely. The company can now spend more time on more crucial tasks at hand.

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?

Advice I would give to another student seeking an internship would be to reach out alumni that works at the company and has the role that you're interested in and have them look at your resume and overall application. I would also suggest to network with students who just recently interned in your company of interest because their insights would be fresh in terms of what skills the company looks for, interview tips, etc.