UMGC Alumni Association Events

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• Drop-in Career Advising for the Virtual InternPLUS Fair
  September 25 | 6–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Drop in to join an open career advising session. UMGC Career Advising Specialists will be available to answer questions you may have regarding the Virtual InternPLUS Fair. Practice your professional introduction to share virtually with employers, walk through the employer matrix, and learn how to navigate the event platform. 
• Virtual InternPLUS Fair
  September 27 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Join us for UMGC's Virtual InternPLUS Fair! This event is designed to connect UMGC students and graduates who are either transitioning into a new career or launching their first professional career with employment and experiential learning opportunities. If you are seeking an entry-level role, internship, or flexible ways to gain experience around a busy schedule to build your resume, this event is for you!
• Careers in Intelligence
  Wednesday, October 2 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Learn how to prepare yourself to be competitive for career opportunities in the intelligence field in both the private and public sectors. Whether you are considering an employment opportunity at a three-letter federal agency or a company fighting industrial espionage, this webinar can help you get a more informed perspective on working in the intelligence field. 
• Cybersecurity Jobs: Where Are They and How Do I Get One?
  Wednesday, October 16 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  The cybersecurity employment sector is booming but how does this translate for the entry-level job seeker? Join us as we discuss the basics of launching a cyber-related job search. Learn where and how to look for cyber jobs and how to gain IT-related experience.
• Resume Writing for IT and Tech-related Employment
  Wednesday, October 23 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Join us to learn about the necessary components to include in your resume when looking for technology-related employment. Discover tips and tricks to help set your resume apart from others.
• How to Network and Leverage LinkedIn Effectively
  Wednesday, November 6 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Have you ever heard the saying “it’s not what you know, but who you know?” Around 64% of job seekers get hired through a referral. Join us as we explore how to use LinkedIn to learn strategies for establishing a strong professional network and resources to start building meaningful connections to help your career progression.
• Crack the Code: Insider Secrets to Ace Your Job Search
  Wednesday, November 20 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Join us to uncover essential job search techniques, insights, and tools aimed at setting you apart from the crowd!
• Unlocking Opportunities: Navigating the Federal Job Search Maze
  Wednesday, December 4 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Landing a federal position requires effort, patience, and persistence. A clear understanding of the process will help you maximize your efforts, shorten your search, and increase your chances for success. Join us to learn the application process, resumes and other federal job search essentials. 

• .Kevin Cole Opening Reception and Artist Talk
  Sunday, September 22 | 3–5 p.m. Eastern Time | College Park Marriott Conference Center at UMGC
  The Arts Program at University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) presents renowned artist, Kevin Cole, member of the famed AfriCOBRA (African Commune of Bad Relevant Artists) collective. This exhibition features approximately 50 engaging works, which explores the lives of African Americans in the United States. This artist addresses topics such as lynching, voting rights, and religion through African design elements in his mixed-media and sculptural pieces.
  
  The Artist Talk is an interview of Cole, who earned his MFA at Northern Illinois University, facilitated by Melanee Harvey, PhD, associate professor at Howard University. The Artist Talk is a discussion of Cole’s body of work and career, which has spanned more than 40 years. The opening reception, scheduled after the Artist Talk is the official UMGC debut of Cole’s exhibition.  UMGC President, Gregory W. Fowler, PhD is scheduled to offer welcome remarks during the Artist Talk.
  
  The exhibition in the Arts Program Gallery is available for viewing from September 22, 2024, through January 5, 2025.  Gallery hours: 9 a.m.–9 p.m. daily.
• Alumni Advisory Board Meeting
  Monday, September 23 | 6:30–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online via Zoom
  The 2023–2025 UMGC Alumni Advisory Board will conduct its next meeting on Monday, September 23, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. All alumni are welcome to attend virtually. Information to access the meeting will be sent to registrants. Registration is required.
• The Impact of Hispanic Businesses in the Maryland Area
  Thursday, September 26 | noon–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online via Zoom
  An estimated 730,000 Maryland residents—12 percent of the population—have Hispanic roots. This fast-growing demographic is creating thousands of Hispanic-owned businesses in almost any industry you can think of.
  
  Join the UMGC community for a panel discussion focusing on facts and myths about Hispanic businesses; their contributions to the vibrant Hispanic American community and the state's economy; and the many local, state, and federal resources available to help budding Hispanic entrepreneurs get a good shot at success in today's business environment.
• Homecoming 2024 Metaverse Quick Tips
  Thursday, September 26 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online via Zoom
  Get ready to Embrace Your Imagination! Attend this quick tips session to prepare for the Virtual Networking Hour and Homecoming 2024 Celebration in the UMGC Metaverse. Register for this webinar today!
• How to Perform Physical Attacks Against Critical Infrastructure Systems and How to Defend Against Them
  Tuesday, October 1 | Noon–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  In this presentation, professor Varsalone will demonstrate how to perform physical attacks against Windows and Linux systems, and he will discuss how to defend against these types of attacks. Windows and Linux systems pose a far greater security risk when they are connected to critical infrastructure devices.
• Homecoming 2024 Virtual Networking Hour
  Tuesday, October 1 | 7–9 p.m. Eastern Time | UMGC Metaverse
  Join us for this second annual unique virtual networking experience! During this virtual event, online lounge spaces will be hosted for you to drop in, network, and celebrate UMGC Homecoming with your school – Business, Cybersecurity and Information Technology, or Integrative and Professional Studies. Register today!
  
• How to Prepare Latino Students for Success in Higher Education
  Thursday, October 3 | Noon–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online via Zoom
  Join members of the UMGC community for a Hispanic Heritage Month program focusing on challenges that Latino students may face in their pursuit of higher education and the methods, motivations, resources, and recommendations available to help them overcome obstacles.
• Homecoming 2024 Regional Celebration - Texas
  Thursday, October 3 | 4–7:30 p.m. Central Time | UMGC San Antonio Location
  Join us in person for a fun gathering, including great moments to network with your classmates and alum, while making new connections! Register today to join the celebration.
• Homecoming 2024 Regional Celebration - California 
  Friday, October 4 | 5–7 p.m. Pacific Time | UMGC San Diego Location
  Join us in person for a fun gathering, including great moments to network with your classmates and alum, while making new connections! Register today to join the celebration.
• UMGC Europe Presents "Bad History: Why we get history wrong, how can we get it right."
  Tuesday, October 8 | Noon–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  A timely conversation with special guest Ben Sawyer, historian, comedian, and co-host of the popular podcast "The Road to Now."
  
  Join us for a conversation about why we get history wrong and how we can get it right. A popular saying is that history repeats itself. If that is true, then why do we get it wrong? If not true, then what can we learn from history to help us understand life today? The panel will enlighten us on history (right or wrong), make us laugh, and provide an opportunity to learn more about how history affects current events. Our panel consists of a nationally known historian, a UMGC Europe student ambassador, and Dr. Malcolm Magee, UMGC History Professor. 
• AI Cloud-based tools for Cybersecurity
  Thursday, October 10 | Noon–12:45 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  This session describes and demonstrates popular cloud-based tools that use AI/ML approaches to securing infrastructure. Emphasis is on automation, notification and alert tools which work to detect and prioritize threats to expedite mitigation. 
• Homecoming 2024 Regional Celebration - Hawaii
  Thursday, October 10 | 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time | Multiple Locations
  Join us in person for a fun gathering, including great moments to network with your classmates and alum, while making new connections! Register today to attend at one of three locations:
  Pearl City UMGC Location
  Schofield Barracks UMGC Location
  Hickam AFB UMGC Location
• Homecoming 2024 Virtual Celebration
  Thursday, October 10 | 7–9 p.m. Eastern Time | UMGC Metaverse
  Join us in the Metaverse for the Homecoming 2024 Virtual Celebration! Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear remarks from UMGC President, Gregory Fowler, PhD, expand your professional network in the “Imagination Networking Lounge Area,” visit the new Homecoming Showcase featuring fellow students and graduates, complete a virtual quest to receive UMGC swag, and enjoy live DJ music and fun avatar dancing! Register today.
• Homecoming 2024 USA Celebration
  Thursday, October 10 | 7–9 p.m. Eastern Time | College Park Marriott Hotel and Conference Center
  Join us in person for a fun gathering, including great moments to network with your classmates and alum, while making new connections! Register today to join the celebration.
• Homecoming 2024 Germany Celebration
  Friday, October 18 | 1730–2300 Central European Time | Heidelberg Castle
  Join us in person for an adult only reception at the Heidelberg Castle for a fun evening filled with great opportunities to network with your fellow classmates and alumni while making new connections! Register today to join the celebration.
• Wills Week Conference
  Monday, October 21–Friday, October 25 | Noon–1 p.m. Eastern Time (Daily) | Online
  Are you one of the millions of Americans who have put off estate planning? Join us during National Estate Planning Awareness Week for five free, expert-led webinars on topics related to estate planning basics, first-time planning, assessing your needs, family discussions, and more.
• Homecoming 2024 Japan Celebration
  Friday, October 25 | 1830–2130 Japan Standard Time | The New Sanno Hotel, Tokyo
  Join us in person for a fun gathering, including great moments to network with your classmates and alum, while making new connections! Register today to join the celebration.
• UMGC FUNd Run 2024
  Monday, October 28 – Sunday, November 3 | All Day | Anywhere
  University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) invites students, staff, faculty, alumni and friends to enter the 2024 UMGC Virtual FUNd Run, a friendly competition that engages our global community and raises funds for veteran students who need "just in time" support to continue their studies.