Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is developing a program to improve safety for walking and bicycling. This is to help those coming to the US who are not familiar with the safest way to walk or bicycle here.

International students from all states are encouraged to participate in this survey. Please return the completed survey by Friday September 4th.

Survey can be found at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R6T6N59

Each year, the UMBC Alumni Association celebrates UMBC graduates and faculty who have made outstanding contributions to the University, their fields, and their communities. This year, we are pleased to announce that the Alumni Association Board has chosen to honor the following distinguished alumni and faculty. 

This year's nominee for the College of Engineering and Information Technology is Andre Gudger ('99, Information Systems Management). Mr. Gudger is the Director of Small Business Programs, in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense Acquisition, Technology & Logistics. His career expands over 17 years in the defense, intelligence, and investment banking industries. Mr. Gudger has also worked on key technical and financial initiatives with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Union Bank of Switzerland, and AT&T.    

Visit the UMBC Alumni Association website for more information, including the names and of all nominees.

The Johns Hopkins Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR) invites you to attend the Henrietta Lacks Memorial Lecture on Saturday, October 10, 2015, in Turner Auditorium on the Johns Hopkins East Baltimore (Medical) Campus.

The keynote speaker is Dr. Ruha Benjamin, Assistant Professor, Princeton University and author of People’s Science: Bodies and Rights on the Stem Cell Frontier.  Special guest presenters include Dr. and Mrs. Roland Pattillo, Morehouse College; Dr. John Joseph Strouse, Assistant Professor, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine; and members of the Lacksfamily. Copies of Dr. Benjamin’s book will be offered for sale and guests will have an opportunity to have their book signed.  The 2015 winners of both the Henrietta LacksDunbar Health Sciences Scholarship and the Urban Health Institute’s Henrietta Lacks Memorial Community Award will be announced.

This is a free community event open to the public. Parking, breakfast, and lunch are provided at no cost to attendees.  Parking is available in the Washington Street Garage, 701 N. Washington Street, Baltimore 21205.  Handicapped/disabled parking may be requested on the registration form.  Registration is required. Early registration is advised as online registration will close prior to the event.  Space is limited. Click here to download the event poster.

For more information and to register online, visit: http://ictr.johnshopkins.edu/lecture.  

 The goal of this event is to describe the reach and complexity, both biomedically and ethically, of the story of Henrietta Lacks and HeLa cells as well as to provide some insight into the past, present, and future of the conduct of clinical research. By honoring Mrs. Lacks and the positive global impact of HeLa cells through this lecture series, the ICTR hopes to acknowledge, thank and honor everyone who participates in the clinical research process.

The Creative Alliance is Baltimore’s premier multi-arts venue with a mission to present and promote artists, performers, and filmmakers; engage diverse audiences; and improve the quality of life in Baltimore City through community-based arts and education programs.

Come join RSA for our Cook-out on the Quad in front of Commons. We’ll have Waterslides, games and Free Swim at the Outdoor Pool near the Quad! To end the night there’ll be a Big-Screen on the Quad with Cotton Candy and Popcorn during the showing of Lilo & Stitch. Remember Ohana means family and we don’t want you to be left behind.

Department of Africana Studies

Fine Arts Building – Rm 535 South

Job Announcement

Job Summary:

Individual will perform a wide variety of responsible office support and administrative functions in support of the assigned college program, service or department. They require proficiency in the full range of general office services and functions as well as specific technical knowledge and expertise in the services for the department and work assignment.

Office Assistant Job Duties:

• Forwards information by receiving and distributing communications; collecting and mailing correspondence; copying information.

• Maintains supplies by checking stock to determine inventory levels; anticipating requirements; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; stocking items; delivering supplies to work stations.

• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance; troubleshooting failures; calling for repairs; monitoring equipment operation,

• Service customers; answering questions; forwarding messages; back-up for Administrative Assistant

• Typing documents; ordering office supplies; answering office phones; other duties assigned

   

  Office Assistant Skills and Qualifications:

  Office Experience - General, Scheduling, Telephone Skills, Typing, Documentation Skills, Meeting Planning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Dependability, Attention to Detail, Administrative Writing Skills, and Excel spread sheets, Calculator, Xerox coping machine

   

• Schedule: Mon.-Fri.

•  Hourly wages: $8.25

•  Available Positions: 2

   Required Documents: Cover Letter & Resume

   Contact: To apply for this position, please contact wsoares@umbc.edu with the required documentation listed above. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.