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Language House International Film Series - Social Inequities
November 21, 2024

Language House International Film Series - "Shoplifters" Presented by the Japanese Cluster

The Language House International Film Series presents films selected by Language House students representing their target languages and cultures. This year, the theme of the series is "Social Inequities," reflecting the theme of the UMD First Year Book.

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November 19, 2024

Supporting Academic Belonging for International Students

This workshop is for instructors.International students bring valuable knowledge, skills, and perspectives to UMD. How can we, as instructors, ensure these students feel integral to our academic community?

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Don't Struggle in Silence

Don't Struggle in Silence

As an international student who integrates two cultures as you study at UMD, you face many stresses that can affect your academic performance and your mental wellbeing.Being far away from family and your traditional support systems is especially difficult when you are managing a difficult time or there is a crisis in your home country. ISSS reminds you that you don’t need to struggle in silence.  In an emergency, dial 911/988.

Photo Contest

Photo Contest

Recent returnees from UMD study abroad programs are invited to participate in our annual photo competition, which runs each fall for students who participated in programs the previous academic year.

Rebeca Moreno poses next to her mentor Dr. Eyda M. Merediz by the Jim Henson statue on campus.

Former UMD Exchange Student Returns to Champion International Student Inclusion

Rebeca Moreno, ISSS Assistant Director of Engagement & Inclusion, first came to UMD as an exchange student. Now, she’s drawing from her own experiences and professional background to support international students at her alma mater.

First-Generation College Student Community Coffee Hour
November 19, 2024

First-Generation College Student Community Coffee Hour

Education Abroad is hosting the Community Coffee Hour event series to create a more inclusive space for students to build community around study abroad planning and experiences.

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Students of Color Study Abroad Community Coffee Hour
October 29, 2024

Students of Color Study Abroad Community Coffee Hour

Education Abroad is hosting the Community Coffee Hour event series to create a more inclusive space for students to build community around study abroad planning and experiences.

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Abigail Smith

Graduate Assistant
University leaders including Vice President for Student Affairs Patty Perillo (at left holding microphone) and President Darryll J. Pines (far right) honor Anna Karavangelos ’56 at an 1856 Society event last fall. A gift from Karavangelos established a new scholarship to support both documented and undocumented immigrants and children of immigrants.

New Support for Immigrant Students

Alumna’s Bequest Establishes Scholarship for Terps With, Without Documentation

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