How Software Skillsets Will Accelerate Your Data Science Work

Virtual

Do data scientists need to have software development skillsets? In this virtual talk, Eric Ma will argue that while software skillsets are not strictly necessary for doing great data science work, possessing and using those skillsets will greatly enhance your productivity as a data scientist. Register for the Data Science Speaker Series!

This is Grad School: What is it Really? Why Grad School?

Virtual

Do you want to go to grad school? Join us to discuss different graduate degree options and what graduate school is "really" like. The panel and discussion will answer questions about whether grad school is the right fit for you. Register Today!

Retrievers United: Relationships & Building Community

The Universities at Shady Grove

Grab a bite to eat and join the UMBC-Shady Grove Staff to engage in discussions and activities that help promote relationship building and being a part of the UMBC-Shady Grove Community. We will also reflect on barriers that could prevent community building and getting involved such as negative self-talk and imposter syndrome.

Professional Relationship Building and Networking with Faculty

Finding a Faculty Mentor is a valuable aid in determining what you want to do with your undergraduate degree—come learn how to build professional relationships with faculty to decide how best to approach graduate education. Register Today!

Social Work: Advanced Standing vs. Regular Admission

For Social Work students considering MSW Programs, please join us to learn more about the advanced standing option when applying to MSW Programs. We will review the path to the MSW though the two year and advanced standing process and make suggestions for you to consider as you work to complete your graduate school applications. […]

Grad School: Where and How do we Start?

Are you ready to apply to graduate school? Join us for a discussion to help you get organized as you prepare for the next chapter of your academic career. We will conclude the session with a brief overview of graduate programs offered at USG. Register Today!

UMBC-Shady Grove Professional Programs Alumni Panel

Join us for an evening with UMBC-Shady Grove Professional Program graduates who are doing incredible things in their fields. You'll hear directly from our alumni about why they chose UMBC-Shady Grove and how their degree helped them to achieve their goals. You can also ask questions and gain insight into opportunities our alumni benefitted from […]

Funding Graduate School

Financial Wellness Event focusing on paying for Graduate School, USG Scholarships, and more! Presented by USG's CSEF. Register Today!

Psychology: Passion, Path, Plan

What is your passion? What are the options and possible paths to achieve your goals, and what is the best plan for you to make that happen? This workshop will help get you started thinking about this process as you consider the ways to achieve your best future. Hosted by Dr. Diane Alonso, Psychology Program […]

Crafting Your Personal Statement

Applying to graduate school often comes with one scary requirement: the personal statement. How do you tell your story in 500 - 700 words? This workshop will help you become a better advocate for yourself with simple tips for descriptive, powerful writing. Presented by USG's MCAS. Register Today!