Location: H.J Patterson Hall (outside the Education Abroad office)
Education Abroad and the National Scholarship Office invites all students applying for the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship to participate in Gilman Writing Workshops to refine their essays. The application deadline is Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 11:59pm Pacific Time.
Whether you’re drafting an outline, writing your first draft, or refining your final version, this workshop is for you! Join us on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 for our last writing workshop. This session is designed to give you the final push to polish and perfect your essay just days before the submission deadline.
- Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Location: H.J Patterson Hall (outside the Education Abroad office)
What to Expect:
- Last-Minute Writing Space: A focused environment to complete and refine your Gilman Scholarship essay, with the deadline just around the corner.
- Collaborative Opportunities: Share your final ideas with other students and get input from experienced staff members.
- Detailed Feedback: Take advantage of feedback from the National Scholarships Office to ensure your essay is ready to submit. This will satisfy the Gilman Guarantee requirement to work with the UMD National Scholarships Office (NSO) to have your Gilman application essays reviewed by Wednesday, March 4.
- Supportive Setting: Enjoy ambient music, cookies, and coffee to keep you relaxed and productive during this critical time.
Don’t miss this chance to make your Gilman Scholarship application shine before the March 5 submission deadline. RSVP here!