Sedentary behavior is the fourth leading risk factor of death for people all over the world. Learn to incorporate frequent desk exercises and movement into your day. Additionally, learn proper ergonomic tips to help ease job stress and reduce chronic injury.

Join Inova EAP for this FREE Webinar on October 17th! 

Visit:  www.inova.org/eap 
Member Login User Name:  UMBCEAP
Password: 360231

Once logged in, click on 'Online Seminars' - click on 'View All' - title ‘Improve Your Health with Ergonomics and Frequent Movement.’

This is a qualifying event for WIN Rewards – Environmental! 

It's National Tutor Appreciation Week, so get to know one of UMBC's amazing tutors!

Veneeth Antony

Tell us a little about yourself.

Hello everyone! My name is Veneeth Antony, I am a Bioinformatics & Computational Biology Major, Pre-Med Track, currently a junior. I tutor Chem 101/102/351/352, Math 151 and below, Physics 111, and Biol 302 and below. My favorite music album is Under Pressure by Logic, give it a listen! I like playing soccer, volleyball, and tennis recreationally with friends. I also enjoy going on scenic hikes as well. 

Tell us about how you are involved on campus.

I am a researcher in a Bioinformatics Lab on campus, PI is Dr. Maricel Kann. I am Treasurer for National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) and Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), check us out! I am a Teaching Assistant for CHEM 351 and BIOL 302. I am also part of delta class of the professional Medical Fraternity Phi Delta Epsilon.

How and why did you get involved in being a tutor? 

I enjoyed tutoring whenever I was given the opportunity in high school and when taking my classes. I found it rewarding and I understood the material much better after tutoring as well. One of my fellow classmates recommend that I apply to be a tutor for the LRC. Being able to be payed for tutoring and offering it for free to students sounded like an amazing opportunity so I filled out an application, received an interview, and here I am!

What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?

My favorite thing about being a tutor is a student walking out after a session with a better understanding of a concept they were struggling with when the came in. I also love meeting and interacting with new students. 

Why should students utilize tutoring?

Tutoring is super beneficial. I have used it when taking most of my more difficult classes and it just helps to solidify my understanding of material. It also ensures you at least spend an hour a week on material you may not have spent time on.

What advice would you give students on about how to prepare for a tutoring session?

The best way to prepare for a tutoring session is to have questions and concepts prepared for the tutor. Come in with having practice completed so you know what skills you need improving upon. If you do that the tutor can also offer short cuts or tips catered to your needs. 

When and where can someone work with you through the Learning Resources Center?

You can find me at the first floor of the LRC, Wednesdays from 4:00 - 6:00PM, hope to see you there!

UMBC Residential Life is pleased to present the Residential Life Student Success Scholarship to assist students financially during academic year 2018, spring semester.

All interested applicants must submit required materials by or before Tuesday, October 31, 2017, 11:59pm. Several scholarships may be awarded. Funds will vary based on eligibility. Questions, please contact Jessica Williams at wjessica@umbc.edu.

For additional information and the scholarship application click: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXOeG10ZdQd8qxoyw1o3Jy-46RWBlakNB8v563pAZ4R-gJHA/viewform

Celebrate National Tutor Appreciation Week!

Get to know one of UMBC's fabulous Writing Center Tutors: 

Taylor Davis

Tell us a little about yourself.

My name is Taylor Davis. This is my ninth semester at UMBC, so that makes me a super senior! I'm pursuing a Graphic Design BFA, with minors in Creative Writing and Spanish, and I have plans to graduate this coming winter. Yay! 

Tell us about how you are involved on campus.

Primarily, I am a Writing Center tutor, a Writing Fellow for Eng 100 classes, and I've started appointment tutoring for SPAN 101, 102, & 103. I also co-founded a new student organization on campus: Retriever Design Club. Our mission, in short, is: "We create cool things, together." Essentially, we facilitate collaboration between any and all aspiring designers on campus, regardless of their major. We recognize that design is versatile, and what better way to enjoy its potential than by working with a bunch of creative minds all under one roof? I also recently joined the Caribbean Students Council, which has been an incredibly humbling experience as I've gotten more in touch with my own culture. 

How and why did you get involved in being a tutor?

I was offered the opportunity to take the Internship class for Writing Center tutors during the fall semester of my sophomore year. I've worked under the LRC ever since!

What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?

Definitely being able to offer my aid to students in need. I've always adored writing, both in the academic and recreational senses, so having that incorporated into a job is fantastic. I appreciate that we strive to be approachable peers, rather than figures of authority whom would otherwise make sessions seem intimidating or uncomfortable. We're all students; we've been there, done that!

Why should students utilize the tutoring?

It's a free service– that fits under the college student's budget! Plus, I find that it always helps to reach out, even when you're absolutely, 100% confident in your work. There's always areas that could be improved. With writing in particular, sometimes you just need that little bit of feedback from an outside, objective reader to help you progress forward in your draft.

What advice would you give students about how to prepare for a tutoring session? 

Breathe! Just come in and be ready to voice your concerns about the assignment, whatever they may be. You're more than welcome to return for more sessions/make more appointments. If it's for writing, bring a physical copy of your assignment if possible, so your tutor can make revisions on a separate paper that doesn't interfere with your note-taking. 

When and where can someone work with you through the Learning Resources Center?

I tutor at the WC from 2-4 on Mondays, and 1-3:30 on Wednesdays. However, I also take desk staffing hours on Friday– if you happen to see me in the area (which I usually always am) feel free to stop me with any questions, or to just say hello!

GOT IDEAS? LET’S HEAR THEM! Share them with us and you might win $750! Keep reading to learn how your brilliant idea can win you some cash!

The annual UMBC Idea competition is designed to challenge you to think about problems and opportunities all around us. If UMBC is one of the most innovative schools in the nation, then UMBC students are just the kind of innovators that can really change the world. This is your chance to make it happen.

Simply answer a handful of general questions regarding your idea on the entry form (video pitches are allowed, just link your video to your form). The top entries will be judged by a panel of professionals and alumni, along with a crowd of students on November 16, 2017, at the final competition in the Commons Sports Zone.

Cash prizes are:

·         1st prize                  $750  

·         2nd Prize                $500

·         3rd Prize                 $250

·         Best Pitch               $250

How to Enter

To enter the competition, complete the UMBC Idea Competition Entry Form, which asks you to describe a problem or opportunity, and describe your idea for addressing it. Submission forms will be limited to one page, so you will need to articulate the problem you have identified and your idea succinctly. You will also be allowed to post a video to YouTube in which you can personally pitch your idea to the campus. The videos are not required, but they are encouraged as an effective way to communicate ideas to the review committee. YouTube videos are limited to 60 seconds and creativity is encouraged. Videos longer than 60 seconds will not be considered by the judges.

For a full list of the rules, visit http://entrepreneurship.umbc.edu/competitions/umbcs-idea-competition/

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: October 12 at 1 PM

GOT IDEAS? LET’S HEAR THEM! Share them with us and you might win $750! Keep reading to learn how your brilliant idea can win you some cash!

The annual UMBC Idea competition is designed to challenge you to think about problems and opportunities all around us. If UMBC is one of the most innovative schools in the nation, then UMBC students are just the kind of innovators that can really change the world. This is your chance to make it happen.

Simply answer a handful of general questions regarding your idea on the entry form (video pitches are allowed, just link your video to your form). The top entries will be judged by a panel of professionals and alumni, along with a crowd of students on November 16, 2017, at the final competition in the Commons Sports Zone.

Cash prizes are:

·         1st prize                  $750  

·         2nd Prize                $500

·         3rd Prize                 $250

·         Best Pitch               $250

How to Enter

To enter the competition, complete the UMBC Idea Competition Entry Form, which asks you to describe a problem or opportunity, and describe your idea for addressing it. Submission forms will be limited to one page, so you will need to articulate the problem you have identified and your idea succinctly. You will also be allowed to post a video to YouTube in which you can personally pitch your idea to the campus. The videos are not required, but they are encouraged as an effective way to communicate ideas to the review committee. YouTube videos are limited to 60 seconds and creativity is encouraged. Videos longer than 60 seconds will not be considered by the judges.

For a full list of the rules, visit http://entrepreneurship.umbc.edu/competitions/umbcs-idea-competition/

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: October 12 at 1 PM