UMGC Alumni Association Events

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• How to Search for Internships | April 17 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Landing an internship 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 strategies for finding and landing an internship.
• Advocate for Yourself in the Job Search & Workplace | April 24 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Did you know that there are resources available to jobseekers and workers with disabilities? Join us to learn more about the available resources, strategies and tips that can help you be more effective.
• Managing Stress & Anxiety in the Job Search | May 8 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  It is not uncommon to have some job search anxiety. In this webinar you will learn practical ways to reduce stress and anxiety while looking for a job. You will also be provided with resources to support you and shown the most effective steps on how to approach seeking new career opportunities. 
• Successfully Negotiate Your Salary | May 22 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Successful salary negotiation is based on preparation, planning, and strategy. In this webinar you will learn tips on researching salary, common mistakes jobseekers make when negotiating compensation, and negotiating at your current job.
• Prepare for the Virtual Recruiter Session | June 12 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  This interactive session is intended to help you prepare and increase your effectiveness at the upcoming Virtual Recruiter Session and beyond. During this session, Career Advising Specialists will help you develop (and practice) a professional virtual welcome to introduce yourself to recruiters, share insights on participating employers, and will be available to answer your questions.
• Drop-in Career Advising for the Virtual Recruiter Session | June 19 | 6–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  First time attending a Virtual Recruiter Session?  Be sure to drop-in via Zoom to chat directly with a UMGC Career Advising Specialist to ask questions, practice your professional introduction to share with employers, and more.
• Virtual Recruiter Session | June 21 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Join us for a Virtual Recruiter Session for a chance to talk with recruitment managers from premier employers actively seeking UMGC students and alumni to fill a number of job openings and paid internships around the country. Positions are available in communications, business management, cyber, information technology, human resources, finance, logistics, customer service, and more.

• UMGC Global Give | April 1–30 | Worldwide
  UMGC Global Give is back this April in celebration of National Volunteer Month. Unite with your global community and showcase the power of education to transform lives, families, communities, and the world by participating in a volunteer activity this April.
• Climate Stories Across Our Nation | April 8 | 7–8:30 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Climate affects all of us. Come hear George Donart, fisherman from Alaska, Dr. George Samuel, medical doctor from Maryland, Andrew Eyerly '18, UMGC alumnus, outdoorsman, and conservationist, and Dr. Paulo Maurin, coral reef researcher in Hawaii, shares their stories on how climate is affecting them and their professions. We will then discuss how various professions and communities can be part of solutions.
• Creative Writing Workshop | April 19 | noon–2 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  In celebration of National Poetry Month, please join UMGC Europe’s Military Community Writers (MCW) for a no-cost virtual or face-to-face creative writing workshop led by poet Mervyn Seivwright. 
• Maryland Volunteer Day | April 20 | 1:30–4:30 p.m. Eastern Time | Hyattsville, MD
  In recognition of National Volunteer Month, join University of Maryland Global Campus, Brighter Bites, and Prince George’s County Memorial Library System to support the local community with food and nutrition resources, teacher appreciation activities, interactive learning demonstrations, and more during the Maryland Volunteer Day! UMGC alumni, students, staff, and faculty are invited to volunteer on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at the Hyattsville Branch Library.
• Invasive Species in Maryland: What Are They and Why Should We Care? | April 22 | noon–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Join the UMGC community for a unique Earth Day exploration of invasive flora and fauna in Maryland and how it threatens the delicate balance of nature in our state. 
• 2024 Military and Veteran Networking Event (MilVet Net) | April 23 | 4–7 p.m. Eastern Time | Adelphi, MD
  UMGC invites you to attend the 2024 Military and Veteran Networking Event (MilVet Net), a no-cost event highlighting national, regional, and local support services available to military servicemembers, veterans, and their families. Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs), nonprofits, and a few select employers will be available to meet with you and answer your questions.
• Giving Day 2024 | April 24 | All Day
  Join us Wednesday, April 24 for UMGC Giving Day 2024 as our global community unites in support of students and their education goals. Your contribution on UMGC Giving Day ensures that students have access to transformative education and helps them to succeed again!
• Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) UMGC Community Chapter | April 24 | 1–2 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring experts in the fields of cybersecurity and IT as they share their insights, experiences, and strategies for success. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, new to the field, or interested in learning more, this panel discussion offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your network, gain valuable insights, and celebrate the achievements of women in cybersecurity and IT. 
• Nutrition: Empowering You for a Healthier Future | April 30 | 7–8 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  You're invited to delve into the intricate relationship between nutrition and health. Connect with UMGC's Nutrition and Social Sciences’ faculty, alongside community agency representatives for an engaging panel discussion. Gain insights and practical ways to enhance your understanding of nutrition's pivotal role in your overall well-being. 
• 2024 Spring Grad Walk - Alumni Volunteers | May 9–12
  Alumni volunteers are invited to help welcome and celebrate the new members of our UMGC alumni community! Sign up now to support Spring Grad Walk 2024 on May 9-12 at the College Park Marriott Hotel in Adelphi, Maryland. Volunteer times are available each day! 
• Travel Writing and National Narratives | May 14 | 6 a.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Join us for an enlightening session that explores how travel writing can contribute to a more inclusive global discourse, fostering awareness and respect for diverse cultural narratives. 
• Advancing Leaders: Surviving Cultural Identity, Stereotypes, Generational Differences, & More | May 16 | noon–1 p.m. Eastern Time | Online
  Join the UMGC community for a moderated Q & A session with Amy Yip, a Somatic Life Transformation and Mental Fitness Coach whose self-confidence training ignites the flame of personal empowerment and propels individuals to become the architects of their own lives.