Research Experience Opportunity- Exercise for Brain Health Laboratory

Looking for energetic and dependable individuals interested in gaining research experience to become exercise instructors for a study examining the impact of exercise on cognitive function. The study is conducted by Dr. J. Carson Smith. 

We have openings for different exercise classes between the times of 7:30-8:30 AM, 5:00 pm-6:00 pm, and 5:30-6:30 pm. Classes run every Monday through Thursday. Must be able to commit to teaching at least twice a week during the academic school year.

 This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to build their CV and improve applications to graduate school. Please submit a resume and cover letter to e4bh@umd.edu in order to apply!

Wellness Workshops this fall!

The Counseling Center is excited to offer Wellness Workshops, occurring throughout the fall semester. Join us for any or all of our 16 skills-based workshops, such as Coping with Stress, Managing Imposter Syndrome, and Conquer Procrastination Now.

All students are welcome! No prior contact with the Counseling Center is necessary. These are drop-in and do not require advanced registration. Please click the link above for more information about the workshop topics and to find the schedule and Zoom links.

We hope to see you there!

Become a Tutor for the Gossett Student-Athlete Center

 

RecWell Group Fitness Certification Scholarship!

Attention Active Terps!

Have you ever thought about teaching group fitness classes, but did not know where to start or thought it was too expensive? 

RecWell has the perfect opportunity for you!

See the details below about their new scholarship being offered Fall 2021, and review the application here.

Scholarship application closes Sept. 24th.

Any questions? Please email fitness@umd.edu

UMD Sport Performance Internship

Please see the attached flyer for an internship opportunity with UMD Athletics in the area of Sports Performance/ Strength & Conditioning.

Please note, while many students are interested in pursuing Athletic Training / Physical Therapy internships through UMD Sports Medicine in the Department of Athletics, they are full for the fall. 

They will likely start taking applications for spring semester in late fall (deadline is usually Dec 1st) . They have their own application so if you are interested in receiving more information about that, please reach out to Dr. Klossner in mid to late fall semester. You can also contact Caragh Wood at cmacderm@umd.edu who oversees internships with UMD Sports Medicine.

Apply for the UM ADAPT Program!

Apply for the UM ADAPT Research Program:

This program runs during the summer and school year and aims to:

• Increase knowledge of landmark research on aging and aging-related disciplines
• Enhance research skills and experience necessary to be competitive graduate school applicants in aging-related disciplines
• Enhance awareness of the process, practice, and ethics underlying scientific research
• Prepare trainees for graduate school and a research career in aging-related disciplines
• Provide high-quality mentoring

Eligible students:
- Rising sophomore or rising junior
- Underrepresented minority, or first generation college student

Visit go.umd.edu/ADAPT for more details about the program.

If you would like more information or plan on applying, contact Dr. Jim Hagberg at hagberg@umd.edu.

Looking for energetic exercise instructors for the E4BH!

Undergrad Research Assistant

Looking for energetic exercise instructors for the Exercise for Brain Health Lab. 

Availability must be between 7-11 AM. 

No prior research experience required. 

Must be willing to commit to teaching classes during the academic year. 

For more info, email our exercise trainer Debra Hein (dhein@umd.edu).

Exercise for Brain Health Lab

www.E4BH.com

Neuroscience Major Info Sessions

BS-MPH Program

Applications are now open for the BS/MPH program. Begin taking graduate level courses as an undergrad to accelerate the completion of your graduate degree! 

The deadline for applications is Feb. 12th, 2021.

Students can find out more information about the program at: https://sph.umd.edu/degrees/accelerated-bsmph-program

Exercise 4 Brain Health Lab seeking undergrad Research Assistants

 The Exercise 4 Brain Health Lab is seeking to hire part-time Exercise Intervention Research Assistants. This position pays $15/hour.

Applications should be emailed to Debra Hein (dhein1@umd.edu).

See attached flyer for more details and candidate qualifications.

Virtual Event: Graduate Degrees in Kinesiology

 Tuesday, Oct. 13th from 3:00 - 4:00pm

Registration required for Zoom: go.umd.edu/KNESdegrees

Hear from current graduate students and faculty advisors in the variety of graduate degrees available in the Kinesiology department. Learn what you can do with these degrees as well as what you need to be a competitive applicant. Participants will have an opportunity to meet in small groups with the panelists. All students are welcome to attend!

HPAO Ambassador Application

go.umd.edu/HPAOambassador

Pre-Physical Therapy Meeting tomorrow!

Pre-Physical Therapy Meeting: GRE Night

Tuesday, March 10 | 6:30 PM | SPH 0301

Contact umdprept@gmail.com for more information

Women's Health General Body Meeting tomorrow!

Public Health Action Through Civic Engagement (PHACE) is hosting a GBM on Tuesday, March 10th from 6-7pm in SPH 1303 about Women's Health. The event is open to all students of all years and majors, and we will be having an open discussion about how to get civically engaged around women's health! Signup using this link.

Our next First Friday Seminar Series is on 3/6!

Check out Dr. Jennifer Robert's  talk on Public Health Outcomes and Effects of the Built Environment.

9:30am-10:30am in the SPH Friedgen Lounge.

Bagels and coffee will be served. No RSVP needed.

Health Professions Graduate School Recruitment Fair

Are you interested in a Health Profession? Do you want to be a Doctor, Dentist, Pharmacist, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist, or Nurse?

If you answered yes, plan to attend the 2020 Health Professions Graduate School Recruitment Fair to meet representatives from Medical, Dental, Allied Health, & Post-Bacc programs.

The event is open and free to UMD students and all local university and college students.

Thursday, April 2nd

Stamp Student Union | Grand Ballroom

How to Find an Internship Workshop

How to Find an Internship Workshop

Wednesday, April 1st | 12-1 pm | University Career Center

Not sure where to start with your internship search? Or, do you feel like you are at a standstill and unsure about the next steps in your search?

To help you with your internship search, we will discuss:

1. Specific resources available to research internship opportunities in non-profit, government and corporate sectors

2. Quick tips on making a positive first impression on resumes and during interviews

3. Strategies to connect with UMD alumni working within your intended career field

Join us to get started in your search!

More information about internship search strategies can be found on our website at internships.umd.edu.

For additional information about this event visit

https://careers.umd.edu/event/how-find-internship-27 or contact Erica Ely at eely@umd.edu.

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Public Health Action Through Civic Engagement (PHACE) presents Leadership Forum

We are hosting a Leadership Forum on Tuesday, February 25th from 4-6pm in the School of Public Health that is open to all students.

Students will hear from speakers, including Mayor Patrick Wojahn, Amelia Jamison, and Gloria Aparicio Blackwell, about leadership and advocacy in public health, along with receiving networking opportunities with speakers, SPH staff/faculty, and fellow students.

Signup at this link 

Developments in Osseointegration Talk with Dr. Rickard Brånemark

Seminal Research Lecture: Developments in Osseointegration.

Dr. Rickard Brånemark

Friday, February 28th

12-1pm

SPH Friedgen Family Student Lounge

Room 2236

Careers in Federal, State, & Local Government Panel

Public Health Science is hosting an event for all students. If you're interested in a career in government, attend this panel on Thursday, February 20th from 4:30pm-6:00pm in the SPH Friedgen Lounge.