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EXPLORE OUR WORLD OF FEARLESS IDEAS
SATURDAY APRIL 29 / 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
marylandday.umd.edu Rain or shine / Admission and parking are free
#MARYLANDDAY
Inspiration. Boldness. Curiosity. Passion.
Maryland Day has something for everyone!
Students, Faculty, StaffShow your friends and family why you’re proud to be part of the Maryland community.
AlumniCatch up with fellow Terps at the alumni tent on Hornbake Plaza and visit the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, the beautiful home for all Maryland graduates.
FamiliesBring your children and enjoy the fun and interactive events, live music and food.
Prospective StudentsLearn about our outstanding academics, meet deans, admissions officials and current students, and see all that Maryland has to offer. Stop by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions tent on McKeldin Mall to ask your questions.
The University of Maryland’s one-day open house features hundreds of family-friendly and interactive events. Come explore our world of Fearless Ideas and see how we do good for our community, the state and the world. Now in its 19th year, Maryland Day is packed with exciting events and exhibits in six “learning neighborhoods” spread across campus.
TERP TOWN CENTERMcKeldin Mall, the Stamp Student Union and the surrounding areas become Terp Town Center. Learn about our schools and colleges, catch a special performance at the main stage and meet the men’s and women’s basketball teams. Find a bite to eat, and don’t miss the kids’ carnival featuring a rock climbing wall and fun obstacle course.
ART & DESIGN PLACE Indulge your artistic talents and meet scores of student and faculty performers and artists. After taking in performances at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, head over to the Parren J. Mitchell Art-Sociology and Architecture buildings to see more creative events, and enjoy crafts at Tawes Plaza. Activities by the Philip Merrill College of Journalism and College of Education are also in this area.
SCIENCE & TECH WAYScience and technology—whether physics, biology, engineering or chemistry—are for everyone. Learn about lasers and extreme robotics, then get blasted in the Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel. Explore the brain, outer space, augmented reality and the weather.
AG DAY AVENUEWhat began more than 150 years ago as the Maryland Agricultural College has grown into a world-class public research institution. Explore Ag Day Avenue to learn why the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is not just about farming.
BIZ & SOCIETY HILLSurround yourself with exhibits in business, public policy and the social sciences, featuring a variety of events for prospective students and parents. Explore our world of criminology and criminal justice in Tydings Hall. And be sure to visit all the events in Memorial Chapel.
SPORTS & REC ROWFrom group fitness activities, to behind-the-scenes tours of the Xfinity Center, to interacting with a robot, Sports & Rec Row is a must-visit for Maryland Day. From adventure to health screenings, all is “well” here.
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Football Autograph Session and Interactive Training Activity Join members of the team for a photo and autograph session and interactive training session. ICA
Noon-12:30 p.m. Mighty Sound of Maryland Drumline Percussionists with the Mighty Sound of Maryland perform Mary-land favorites. UNRL
12:30-2:30 p.m. Men’s Basketball Autograph Session Join members of the team for a photo and autograph session. One photo and autograph per person; the line will be limited to the first 500 people. ICA
12:30-2:30 p.m. Women’s Basketball Autograph Session Join members of the team for a photo and autograph session. One photo and autograph per person; the line is limited to the first 500 people. ICA
1:30-2:30 p.m. Volleyball Interactive Activity Join members of the team for some volleyball on McKeldin Mall. Meet and interact with members of the volleyball team and learn skills. ICA
2:30-3 p.m. No Excuses Workout and World Record Attempt School of Public Health alumnus and celebrity trainer Steve Jordan leads a group fitness exercise that encourages you to move your body, change your emotional state, improve your mental clarity and increase movement. Plus, help break the world record for the 60-second plank challenge. SPH
TERP TOWN CENTER
THE MAIN STAGE Find fun all day on Maryland Day’s Main Stage. Meet some of UMD’s student-athletes, enjoy performances by Terp musicians and help break a world record.
Visit participating College Park merchants on Maryland Day and receive a 20% discount on select products and services. Free parking is available in the garage at the intersection of Knox Road and Yale Avenue from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Greater College Park
Need Maryland gear? The UMD Bookstore tent will have basketballs, jerseys and more for purchase. UBC
Terp Gear for Sale!
Sustainability on Maryland Day The university is committed to making Maryland Day an environmentally sustainable event.
Bring a reusable bottle and fill it at one of our indoor water filling stations.
Consider carpooling, taking Metro to our event or using our bicycle valet.
Help us reduce our environmental impact:
The Office of Community Engagement hosts tours in Spanish on Maryland Day. Visit the colleges, schools, departments and other organizations that are showcasing their research, educational, artistic and community projects, including Greater College Park and the Do Good Campus.
The Accessibility and Disability Service provides on-call sign language interpreters during Maryland Day. Visitors can request service in the main lobby of the Shoemaker Building or by calling 301.314.7651.
Maryland Day Tours en Español On-Call Sign Language Interpreter
CAMPUS PROGRAMS & MARYLAND SUPPORTERS TENT MCKELDIN MALL ALL-DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
College Mentors for Kids This one-on-one mentoring program pairs UMD students with Prince George’s County elementary school-children. Terps meet with the kids on campus every week and organize fun workshops and activities that pro-mote career development, community engagement and cultural diversity appreciation. UNRL
Explore the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission The commission operates the public park systems, provides land-use plan-ning for the majority of Montgomery and Prince George’s counties and op-erates the public recreation program in Prince George’s County. Learn about its programs, facilities and services. UNRL
Explore Your World ... Study Abroad Discover how #TerpsAbroad live and learn in Morocco, Chile, Singapore, Spain and dozens of other locales. Get inspired through geography games and by learning about Education Abroad’s 400-plus programs. Alumni are wel-come to share their stories. EA
Fun With Chinese Culture Explore Chinese culture with the Confucius Institute. Discover your zodiac animal sign, receive a unique Chinese name and match up the pic-tograph with its modern-day Chinese character. Try to guess some of the traditional cooking ingredients on display. EDUC
Global Quest Play an interactive trivia game with International Student and Scholar Services. This fun, globally themed ac-tivity will expand your worldview. ISSS
How to Save for College Get tips from representatives of Maryland 529 on how to save for college with the Maryland College Investment Plan and the Maryland Prepaid College Trust. UNRL
Office of Civil Rights and Sexual Misconduct Office personnel are on hand to provide information and support to visitors and UMD employees about the university’s commitment to a working and learning environment free from sexual miscon-duct and discrimination. OCRSM
Reducing Poverty With Penny Appeal USA Penny Appeal USA is a new nonprofit working to tackle intergenerational poverty through sustainable and inno-vative programs. Come learn about its fun(draising) events and exciting volun-teer opportunities as part of its efforts to provide computers to inner-city and rural schools, and place vital social services resources at the fingertips of refugees and undocumented immi-grants. UNRL
Police Display Tent Meet University of Maryland police officers and staff and see equipment and vehicles. UMPD
Sustainability: It’s in Our Nature Join the Office of Sustainability to learn about the natural materials in everyday products. Check out a mini wetland and find out why wetlands are important to everyone in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Learn how you can make your home wildlife- and bay-friendly and enjoy great activities for kids of all ages. OS
The Diamondback Meet staff members from The Diamondback, the student-run indepen-dent school newspaper. Ask questions, grab a paper and play games to win some goodies. UNRL
The Hotel at the University of Maryland An exciting new luxury hotel and conference center is coming to College Park. Opening in July, the Hotel at the University of Maryland will offer business and leisure visitors elegant ac-commodations, a variety of restaurants for any taste and top-notch service and amenities. Meet the staff and learn more. UNRL
Volunteer Opportunities for Seniors Do you have time or skills to share? Stop by to learn about the many volun-teer opportunities available on campus and the benefits of joining the Senior Volunteer Service Corps. CVS
COLLEGE & DEPARTMENT TENTS MCKELDIN MALL ALL-DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Answers to Your Admission and Financial Aid Questions Meet representatives from the offices of Undergraduate Admissions and Student Financial Aid, who can answer your questions about applying as an undergraduate student and discuss scholarship and financial aid opportu-nities at UMD. #BeATerp EM
Campus Walking Tours Explore the campus during a leisurely one-hour walk led by a student tour guide. Tours leave every half-hour. EM
College Park: A Smart Place to Live Meet city officials, civic organizations, and regional recreation and tourist agen-cies. Learn about local services, resourc-es and other public interests. UNRL
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES
Around the World in 40 Languages Using our green screen photo booth, have your picture taken in front of the country of your choice and then send an e-postcard to friends and family. ARHU
Books and Blankets Take a break to read! Find literature for all ages and blankets here for kicking back. ARHU
Celebrity Wheel Spin the celebrity prize wheel and guess the major each famous person studied in college. ARHU
Discover the Latin American Studies Center Test your knowledge and learn fun facts about Latin America and the Caribbean in five categories: pop culture, history, geography, sports and leisure, and wild card. Guess correctly and win a prize. ARHU
Explore ARHU Meet current ARHU students and advisers as they help guide you through an intellectual space filled with artists, writers and humanists. ARHU can help you explore your passion, broaden your mind and embrace your role in the world. This is where global visionaries and creative problem solvers are born. ARHU
Global Professionals: Arabic and Persian Explore UMD’s Global Professional programs in Arabic and Persian, where students learn from a cutting-edge language curriculum. Enjoy henna art and tasty snacks, and have your name written in Arabic or Persian. ARHU
Junkyard Instrument Experimentation Construct a wacky instrument out of PVC pipes, then try playing it. You never know what sound you’ll make! ARHU
Put Yourself on the Map Learn about the history of immigra-tion to Maryland and participate in a map-building project where you can record and preserve your own story that illustrates the ethnic diversity in Maryland. ARHU
Write Your Name in Greek and Latin Stop by to learn how to write your name and introduce yourself in Greek and Latin. ARHU
Writers Do Good Write a postcard to make a difference. Learn about and participate in opportu-nities to write for civic good. ARHU
Writing Technologies Through Time From clay tablets and scrolls to type-writers and computers, take a look at the tools used to write over time. ARHU
COLLEGE OF BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Academic Achievement in African-American Communities Equity in receiving a quality education remains the civil rights issue of our day. There is room for hope in the ex-pansion of early childhood programs, the plethora of Title I-funded programs and efforts to reform failing schools. Learn more from the Department of African American Studies. BSOS
Arts and Crafts With BSOS Meet some of the student leaders at BSOS and get creative with sand art, face painting and coloring. BSOS
Be the Solution Pledge From faculty and staff members to students to alumni and donors, each individual in the BSOS community seeks to Be the Solution to the world’s great challenges. It makes a difference by enhancing international relations, advancing global sustainability, under-standing societies and cultures, and improving the human condition. Share how you’ll Be the Solution in your community. BSOS
TERP TOWN CENTER
DONATE LIFE MARYLAND Maryland is for crabs and people who are registered to donate life. So don’t just be crabby—discover how you can be a part of this lifesaving cause! Donate Life Maryland is dedicated to saving and healing lives by registering organ, eye and tissue donors through-out the state. UNRL
ALL-DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
MLaw Wheel Spin the wheel to answer a question about law and politics with increasing levels of difficulty to win a prize. BSOS
Mapping the World The Department of Geographical Sciences displays remote sensing im-agery that shows land use and change degradation and offer interactive activities such as mapping exercises and remote sensing analysis. BSOS
Mapping World Peace Help create an interactive map of world peace. BSOS
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Survey of Social Issues Participate in the three-minute Survey of Social Issues. Let your voice be heard, spin the prize wheel and win a prize. EDUC
DIVISION OF RESEARCH
Set Your Curiosity Free Faculty and student researchers at UMD discover new knowledge to help make the world a better place. From improving human health and under-standing the brain to exploring space and virtual reality, curiosity catalyzes research. Share your fearless ideas and explore your curiosity with the Division of Research. UMRES
Brain Games Try your head at brain games and explore the many projects at the Maryland Neuroimaging Center that use brain scans for research. BSOS
CIVICUS Living-Learning Program Students answer your questions about CIVICUS, an invitational living-learning program that focuses on citizenship, leadership, community service learn-ing, community building in a diverse society and scholarship. BSOS
Corn Hole Contest In corn hole, two teams compete to toss the most bags into a hole on the board. BSOS
DIY Photo Booth BSOS has the backgrounds and the props. You bring the smiles, poses and your camera or smartphone. Capture memories of Maryland Day, and send your favorite photos to facebook.com/bsosumd, as well as Instagram and Twitter @bsosumd. BSOS
Design a Turtle With BSOS Advising Join the BSOS Advising Center to design a colorful Testudo. Advisers will be available to answer advising-related questions. BSOS
Dinner, Ritual Sacrifice or Landscape Engineering? Zooarchaeology is the analysis of animal bones found at archaeologi-cal sites. Past cultures used animals for food, as sacrificial victims, as landscape engineers, as commodities, as weapons and as agents of cultural change. Zooarchaeology looks at all this and more. Come by to learn how to use animal bones to understand the past. BSOS
Get to Know the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences Meet deans, academic advisers, stu-dents and alumni and learn how the col-lege fulfills its mission to Be the Solution to the world’s great challenges. BSOS
Looking Forward to UMARC The University of Maryland Autism Research Consortium (UMARC) invites you to learn about the social, cogni-tive, linguistic and neural underpin-nings of autism and the development of effective interventions, such as our PEERS teen social skills training, our SIGNA program for college students with autism spectrum disorder and our Community-wide Learning about Autism Speaker Series, a monthly lec-ture series for parents, professionals and students in the community. Stop by to enjoy sensory-rich activities and giveaways for young children. BSOS
11 a.m. & 1 p.m. Launch UMD Budding student entrepreneurs, social activists and performers take the stage to pitch their big ideas to a live audience, hoping to win the cash they need to launch a project with global impact. Japan, Ethiopia, the Chesapeake Bay—where will you send our promising Terps this summer? Help select a winner and redeem a prize of your own. UNRL
HORNBAKE PLAZA
Terp Farm: Do Good and Eat Well At Terp Farm, students grow vegetables to serve in the dining halls and donate to people in need. Learn about Terp Farm and how UMD promotes local and sustainable food through other Dining Services initiatives. Celebrate local food, meet student leaders and take home recipes. DNSV
Terps Got Talent Construct Testudo using kinetic sand. Hula hoop while doing the Gary Williams fist pump. Belt out the alma mater in front of a crowd. If you're game for a challenge, visit the TERPRIDE bus to show off your knack for Terp trivia and tasks. Pass the test to win free Terp swag. UNRL
Calling All Alumni! Help do good for your community by working side-by-side with fellow alumni at the Alumni Association’s tent. Plus, take home a Maryland-themed flag when you join or renew your alumni membership. A portion of your dues will help transform the student experience through the Alumni Association Student Scholarship Fund. ALUM
Picture Yourself With Frederick Douglass Take your picture with the campus’ statue of Frederick Douglass. For a chance to win a prize, post your photo to social media #FrederickDouglass with an inspirational message about what he means to you. ARHU
Take part in a fun and inspiring journey across UMD’s Do Good campus, exploring how students are taking on real-world issues. Enjoy activities, exhibits, and games to test your social smarts and the Do Good Dollar exercise to support Terps improving our communities. Visit all stations for the chance to take home a fabulous prize. Get your photo taken and share how you do good via #DoGoodUMD and #MarylandDay. SPP
DIVERSITY COOKING STAGE
UMD chefs showcase Dining Services Do Good cooking initiatives that support food security for everyone. Watch as UMD chefs prepare flavorful dishes in minutes. Demonstrated recipes are cost-effective, taste great and offer plenty of variety. Lucky guests will receive a sample of the dish. Get recipe cards or find the recipes online. DNSV
11:30 a.m.–noon Grapefruit Crème Brulee with Chef George Gomez
12:30–1 p.m. Kentucky Bourbon Burgoo, a stew with several meats, lima beans and okra, with Chef Rob Fahey
1:30–2 p.m. Cider and Guinness-Braised Wye Angus Beef with Mashed Potatoes with Chef Lou Poe
2:30–3 p.m. Chesapeake Bay Wild Blue Catfish Thermidor with Chef Rob Adams
THE DO GOOD CAMPUS: TRANSFORMING IDEALISM INTO IMPACT
LEIDOS AND D.C. UNITED Leidos is a global science and technology solutions leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil and health markets. It's also a presenting partner of D.C. United, one of Major League Soccer’s most successful clubs. Come see the two team up for Maryland Day with on-site activities, unique giveaways and special appearances.
NEW DAIRY ICE CREAM Maryland Dairy, Stamp Student Union / Dairy Express tent, McKeldin Mall / Applause Café, The Clarice Taste “Too Good,” a flavor of Maryland Dairy ice cream created exclusively for Maryland Day 2017. French and Belgian chocolates come together with sherry from southern Spain for a tasty triple chocolate base. The ice cream is also hand-infused with chocolate truffles and a splash of Grand Marnier Cuvée de Cente-naire 100-year cognac. DNSV
GRADUATE SCHOOL
Be a GradTerp! Come experience what it is like to be a real GradTerp by trying on graduation regalia and taking photos. GRAD
Graduate School Diversity Board Write or draw what you think diversity looks like on the Office of Graduate Diversity and Inclusion’s diversity board. GRAD
Learn About the Graduate School and Student Success Learn how the Graduate School enables success for the university’s nearly 11,000 graduate students through academic support, profession-al development, diversity initiatives and more. GRAD
LIBRARIES
Wear a Terrapin Choose a TLC terrapin tattoo, com-pliments of the Terrapin Learning Commons in McKeldin Library, or have your picture taken as an old-school Testudo. LIBR
PHILIP MERRILL COLLEGE OF JOURNALISM
The World of Journalism Learn about undergraduate and grad-uate journalism majors from current students. Meet Merrill College Dean Lucy Dalglish from 11 a.m. to noon. Merrill alumna and NBC4 news anchor Eun Yang ‘95 greets guests in the afternoon. JOUR
ROBERT H. SMITH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Explore the Smith School Come learn about the Smith School and enjoy activities for the family. BMGT
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, PLANNING AND PRESERVATION
Architecture Trivia Spin the wheel, give an answer, win a prize and learn something new. ARCH
Historic Preservation in Maryland and Washington, D.C. Join members of the Student Historic Preservation Organization and learn about the historic preservation program and historic preservation in Maryland and Washington, D.C. Children can make their own crafts. ARCH
Sky’s the Limit! Use your imagination to design, color and assemble paper houses, skyscrap-ers or the next Washington monument. All ages are welcome. ARCH
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Come on Down ... Health Is Right! Join the School of Public Health to play Plinko, Flip Flop and other games adapted from “The Price Is Right” to learn more about your health. Everyone is a winner. SPH
Could the School of Public Health Be for You? An education in public health can lead to a wide range of career options including health promotion, social work, physical therapy and medical school. Stop by to learn about the school’s departments and areas of study: Behavioral and Community Health, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Family Science, Health Services Administration, Kinesiology, and Public Health Science as well as the Maryland Institute for Applied Environmental Science. SPH
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY
Climate Action and Reaction Trivia Game Test your knowledge of climate issues by answering trivia questions based on your spin of the wheel and win a prize. Learn about the changing climate and environment and why we need to act now to save our earth. SPP
Local, State, World or UMD Trivia Spin the wheel to test your knowledge of local, state and world trivia. You can also learn about cool University of Maryland history and facts. Play along to win a prize! Don’t leave without getting a Terp-themed hand stamp or School of Public Policy button. SPP
UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES
Office of Undergraduate Studies Overview Learn about Academic Achievement Programs, College Park Scholars, the National Scholarship Office, First Year programs, the Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research, Beyond the Classroom, Honors College, Federal and Global Semesters, Academic Achievement Programs, Individual Studies, Global Communities, ROTC programs, Letters and Sciences, Hillman Entrepreneurs Program, the Asian American Studies program and more. UGST
Prepare to Declare Games Join Letters and Sciences staff for fun and learning about the services offered by this unit, the academic ad-vising home for undergraduates who are deciding on their major. UGST
ON OR NEAR THE MALL EVENTS LISTED BY START TIME
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Arbor Day Tree Planting North of the sundial in the Willow Oak Allee, McKeldin Mall Join members of Girl Scout Junior Troop #41 as they plant trees as part of its Get Moving! journey. Learn more about their motivation to do good to improve the planet, Arbor Day and the campus arboretum. Take home a tree seedling for your own Get Moving! action project. Celebrate Arbor Day and UMD’s ninth year as a Tree Campus USA with a tree planting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. FMGT
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Experience and Learn 10 Languages St. Mary’s Hall Come experience 10 languages and cul-tures through games and activities, and tour the Language House. ARHU
10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Adult Oral Cancer Screenings Health Center Doctors from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry provide comprehensive oral cancer exams. SPH, UMHC
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Bubbles! College of Education tent Meet student members of Kappa Delta Pi and hear them explain how bubbles are formed and why they float. While there, blow some bubbles of your own. EDUC
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Discover College of Education Graduate Programs College of Education tent Explore the graduate education programs offered in the areas of curriculum and instruction; human de-velopment, counseling and personnel; education leadership, higher education and international education; policy studies; measurement, statistics and evaluation; and special education EDUC
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Explore the Adaptive Technology Lab 1103 & 1107 McKeldin Library See video-relay communication, scroll-ing-text digitization and tactile graphics production. Learn how screen readers and screen magnifiers work and how software for dictation, notes organiza-tion and high-speed scanning assists students. Create a tactile graphic souvenir. Decipher Braille! UMCC
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thinking of Becoming a Teacher? College of Education tent Learn about the undergraduate and graduate teacher certificate programs in the College of Education EDUC
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | 1:30-3 p.m. Maryland Day en Español: Spanish Tours McKeldin Mall The Office of Community Engagement hosts tours in Spanish on Maryland Day. Visit the colleges, schools, depart-ments and other organizations that are showcasing their research, education-al, artistic and community projects, including Greater College Park and the Do Good Campus. La Oficina de Enlaces Comunitarios (OCE) estará ofreciendo excursiones en español y te llevará a los diferentes departamentos, unidades y organi-zaciones que exhiben en Maryland Day. Aprenderás sobre los diferentes programas académicos, de investi-gación, artísticos, y proyectos con la comunidad, incluyendo iniciativas como Greater College Park y Do Good Campus. OCE
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Line Dance Party College of Arts and Humanities tent Groove and move to your favorite line dances. No dance experience neces-sary! ARHU
11 a.m.–2 p.m. Career Corner Plaza, Hornbake Library Bring your mini Terps for career fortune telling and a “when I grow up” dress-up opportunity and photo shoot. CRPP
11 a.m.-3 p.m. Visual Arts Walk Take a walking tour of the campus’ five art galleries or complete the visual arts scavenger hunt for a prize. Student artists show how they’re using painting, drawing, printmaking, sculp-ture, digital media and graphic design to create compelling contemporary art. ARHU
ON OR NEAR THE MALL ALL-DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
A Tour of Earth and Beyond Portico lounge, McKeldin Library Come join a Google Earth tour of our planet and beyond. Fly around Earth and to the moon and Mars to see fun features in Maryland, view natural and human-made wonders, visit the Apollo moon landing sites and follow in the tracks of the Mars rovers. LIBR
Bike Valet McKeldin Mall If you ride your bike to Maryland Day, you won’t have to worry about where to lock it up. BikeUMD offers free bike valet for all Maryland Day attendees. Come drop off your bike, or just come by to say hello and learn about the great biking projects and opportunities at the University of Maryland. DOTS, URW
Bird’s-eye View of McKeldin Mall Second floor, McKeldin Library View all the activity of Maryland Day from the best perch on campus: McKeldin Library’s portico. Snap a selfie and tweet your Terrapin pride. LIBR
C is for Crayon 3210 Hornbake Library Kids color their favorite “Sesame Street” characters in honor of Muppets creator Jim Henson ‘60. LIBR
Counseling Center McKeldin Mall Learn about mental health and well-ness. Discover the accessibility and disability support services that are available at UMD and collect valu-able tips for academic success. The Counseling Center staff showcases a variety of services and programs that support student success. VPSA
Do Good Engagement: Scavenger Hunt McKeldin Mall The Office of Community Engagement (OCE) invites you on a scavenger hunt to discover campus departments and organizations that are creating partner-ships with the neighboring communi-ties. Locate OCE lawn signs throughout McKeldin Mall for correct answers and return to the tent to win UMD swag. OCE
East Asian Crafts and Culture Fourth floor, Hornbake Library Try your hand at origami and calligra-phy. Talk about your favorite manga and play a Korean game. LIBR
Exhibit: “The Washington Home of the Philippine Suffrage Movement” Maryland Room, Hornbake Library This exhibit features research on lead-ers of the Philippine women’s suffrage movement and their ties to Washington, D.C. as part of the ongoing project “Philippines on the Potomac.” Materials from the UMD Libraries’ special col-lections relating to women’s suffrage and political participation are also on display. LIBR
Frederick Douglass and the Wye House: Archaeology and African-American Culture in Maryland Exhibit Gallery, Hornbake Library See how African and European tradi-tions merged over four centuries to form a unique Maryland culture by examining past relationships to the nat-ural environment and religions. LIBR
Fun at the Fountain McKeldin Mall Children are invited to fish for terrapins in the ODK Fountain. Win prizes! ODK
Greater College Park McKeldin Mall Learn how the campus community is contributing to the unprecedented redevelopment of Greater College Park. Explore new dynamic academic buildings, a public-private research hub and a vibrant downtown community. Highlights include the Hotel at the University of Maryland, the Brendan Iribe Center for Computer Science and Innovation, Lake Artemesia, the College Park Aviation Museum and the MilkBoy ArtHouse performance venue. See dis-plays and a spinning wheel with factoid questions to win prizes. OCE
Hot Spot for Junior Firefighters Mitchell Fields Come to the hottest spot on campus to extinguish a live fire and take a safety quiz and win prizes. Participate in a drawing for a fire extinguisher and learn what it takes for firefighters and emergency medical services to help keep you safe. MFRI
Intramural Softball Tournament Engineering Fields Learn more about the intramural sports program and cheer on students as they play softball. Faculty, staff and students interested in participating should email Jason Hess at [email protected]. URW
Katherine Anne Porter Room Tour 1218 Hornbake Library Take a guided tour of the room, named for the important American author (1890-1980) best known for her short fiction and novel “Ship of Fools.” When this room was in McKeldin Library, she often worked there on her papers (which she had donated to the universi-ty). The room also features furnishings from her home. LIBR
Makerspace Mashup McKeldin Library Visit the John and Stella Graves Makerspace to try out virtual reality Google Cardboard and see demonstra-tions of 3-D printing and 3-D scanning, stop by an Oculus Rift virtual reality station and play Sphero robot bowling. LIBR
Maryland Parents Association McKeldin Mall Meet Terp parents in the Maryland Parents Association. There will be fun giveaways and information about the Parents Association Silent Auction, scholarship fund and great ways to get involved. UMPA
Multicultural Activity Zone Plaza entrance, Hornbake Library The Office of Multi-ethnic Student Education (OMSE) hosts multicultural activities. Children can create and dec-orate arts and crafts. Everyone can play games to win prizes. Plus, learn about OMSE and its over 40-year tradition of educating diverse Terps. OMSE
Nyumburu Cultural Center Talent Showcase Extravaganza and Children’s Activities Nyumburu Terrace, Nyumburu Amphitheater Enjoy stage performances by dance troupes, the Maryland Gospel Choir, steppers, gospel singers, hip hop artists, rap artists, student groups and professional artists, and watch tae kwon do demonstrations. On the Nyumburu Cultural Center Terrace, enjoy popcorn, cotton candy, sno-cones, light refreshments, a moon bounce, a caricature artist, face paint-ing and other children’s activities. NCC
Online Safety for Kids Hornbake Library Kids increasingly use smartphones and tablets to play games or watch videos online. Bring your kids to play a game and learn just how digitally savvy they are. Parents will leave with tips and tricks to help their kids. CLIS
Paper Airplane Launch Portico, McKeldin Library Create and launch your own airplane from the spectacular portico overlook-ing McKeldin Mall. LIBR
Perform Your Own Radio Ad 3210 Hornbake Library Bring your most commanding radio voice and sing, speak or act out all the benefits of your product. Scripts, micro-phones and sound effects provided, or channel Don Draper and write your own award-worthy ad copy. Participants get an MP3 recording of their spot. LIBR
Picket and Post: Join the Movement Hornbake Library Visit the Labor History Collections photo booth stocked with picket signs to take your own selfie. Post on Twitter and Facebook to show your support. LIBR
Posters Exploring UMD’s Past First-floor lobby, Hornbake Library View posters on UMD history topics created by students in the course “MAC to Millennium: History of the University of Maryland.” LIBR
Powerful Passwords Mitchell Fields A strong password heightens safety in your online transactions. In this hands-on, kid-friendly activity, apply the ele-ments of length, complexity, variation and variety in designing a powerful password. Be reminded of password Dos and Don’ts, and take away a plan for your next password change. DIT
Safety at Home McKeldin Mall Stop by the Environmental Safety, Sustainability and Risk tent to learn about how to be safe at home. Back by popular demand this year: Make a bead-ed bracelet that changes colors when exposed to UV light, reminding you to protect your skin. ESSR
Take a Terrapin Home 1202 Hornbake Library Create your own diamondback terrapin craft. LIBR
Transcribe Maryland Maryland Room, Hornbake Library Learn how to transcribe digitized historical documents from the UMD Libraries’ special collections related to state of Maryland history. Original 19th-century letters, diaries and other historical materials are available for visitors to experience and compare to the online versions. LIBR
STAMP STUDENT UNION EVENTS LISTED BY START TIME
11 a.m.-3 p.m. ArtsFest Basement, Stamp Student Union Join the College Park Scholars Arts program for its annual exhibition of stu-dent-produced artwork. The event also features select student performances and a wide variety of creative capstone projects on display. ARHU
11 a.m.-4 p.m. Balloon Artist Stamp Student Union Take home a balloon creation from Mike the Balloon Guy. The line ends at 3 p.m. SSU
TAKE-A-BREAK TENT FOR FAMILIES College of Education tent, Tawes Plaza / Infant Studies tent, McKeldin Mall The Infant and Child Studies Consortium offers parents with infants and young children an opportunity to take a break from the sun and fun. Activities for children include playing with bubbles, coloring and making brain hats. A changing table is also available. BSOS
STAMP STUDENT UNION ALL DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Get in the Zone—TerpZone B0106 Stamp Student Union TerpZone offers half-price specials on bowling, billiards, cosmic bowling with color pins and prizes. SSU
Laser Tag Grand Ballroom, Stamp Student Union Veteran Student Life and ROTC pair up to offer a taste of what it’s like to go through military training. Open to ages 6 and up. SSU
MEET THE REAL TESTUDO Plaza entrance, Hornbake Library Visit Special Collections and University Archives to check out the real Testudo and learn more about the history of UMD’s diamondback terrapin mascot. LIBR
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10–10:15 a.m. UMD Percussion Ensemble Pop-Up Performance Grand Pavilion, The Clarice Kick off Maryland Day with this excit-ing, thundering performance by the UMD Percussion Ensemble. CSPA, SM
10–10:30 a.m. Kid Play Theatre Workshop Dance Studio 2, The Clarice A half-hour acting workshop for budding actors ages 2-10 includes fun theater games. Parents and older kids are also welcome to participate. CSPA
10–11 a.m. Art in Space and Place Michelle Smith Collaboratory, Parren J. Mitchell Art-Sociology Building Come experience some of the world’s great art in its everyday setting (virtually, of course). Whether on the big screen or in virtual reality, explore wonders such as the Sistine Chapel, Machu Picchu and more. ARHU, MSPAL
10–11 a.m. Explore the Possibilities of a Journalism Degree Eaton Theater, Knight Hall Gather information about the jour-nalism major and hear from current students. College representatives are available to answer questions about undergraduate programs. JOUR
10 a.m.–1 p.m. Mobile Maryland Newsroom First floor, Knight Hall Students from a senior capstone class and the Merrill College’s multi-platform certificate program cover Maryland Day, earning credits by pro-ducing professional-quality reports using only their phone. View incoming reports on the big screen in Knight Hall or follow the students’ Twitter feed at #umdmj. JOUR
10 a.m.–3 p.m. Bubble Wand Wonder Front plaza, The Clarice Make your own personalized bubble wand and turn it into a work of art. CSPA
10 a.m.–3 p.m. Instrument Petting Zoo Applause Café, The Clarice Try out a woodwind, brass or string in-strument! Whether you have some mu-sical experience or have never played a note, the “petting zoo” sponsored by the UMD chapter of the National Association for Music Education is a great opportunity for all ages to pick up and play a new instrument. CSPA,SM
10 a.m.–3 p.m. Light Lab Open House Lighting Lab, The Clarice Get hands-on with the latest stage lighting technology in UMD’s state-of-the-art Light Lab. Learn about the exciting field of lighting design and the technology used in today’s Broadway shows from professional designers and MFA students in an informal Q&A. CSPA
10 a.m.–3 p.m. MFA Design Showcase Kogod Theatre, The Clarice See the theatrical design work of MFA Design candidates, from idea to final product. Explore the behind-the-scenes creation process of past and upcoming theatre productions at The Clarice through an informal “show and tell” with the designers. CSPA
10 a.m.–3 p.m. Precious Objects Junkyard Dance Studio 1, The Clarice Discover an imaginative, mystical playground of thingamajigs and whatchamacallits! Dance, act and sing, inspired by what you find. CSPA, STDPS
10 a.m.–3 p.m. Production Shops Open House Production Shops, The Clarice Visit The Clarice’s production shops to play with costumes, interact with props from shows and view immersive set pieces. CSPA
10:15–11 a.m. American Music Recital Gildenhorn Recital Hall, The Clarice The brothers of Phi Mu Alpha present a recital featuring the works of American composers. CSPA, SM
10:15-11 a.m. UMD Wind Ensemble: Morton Gould’s Symphony for Band Dekelboum Concert Hall, The Clarice Hear a performance of one of the ear-liest American symphonies for bands and discuss the elements involved. CSPA, SM
10:30-11 a.m. The Choreographic Process Dance Studio 2, The Clarice Watch student-choreographed dance performances and hear a discussion about their creative process. CSPA, STDPS
10:30-11:30 a.m. “The Book of Qualities: Poetry in Motion” Dance Theatre, The Clarice The vast range of human emotions comes to life in this performance incorporating theatre, dance, voice and movement. Original pieces created by UMD students were inspired by J. Ruth Gendler’s “Book of Qualities.” CSPA, TDPS
10:30-11:30 a.m. | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | 1-2 p.m. | 2-3 p.m. Building Tours Grand Pavilion, The Clarice When it opened in 2001, the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center was the largest single building constructed by the state of Maryland. Explore this unique building in an hour-long back-stage tour. CSPA
10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Create a Box City Great Space, Architecture Building Recreate College Park, Md., or your hometown or make your own dream neighborhood with tissue boxes, cereal boxes and oatmeal canisters. Urban planning students are on hand to help you think like a city planner. (For ages 6 and up.) ARCH
10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Architecture Makerspace Lower-level Studio, Architecture Building Think, design, make, innovate and play. Join architecture students to test and experiment with design tools, including a 3-D printer, digital fabrication tools and related materials and methods. ARCH
11-11:30 a.m. Discover the Arts and Humanities Cafritz Foundation Theatre, The Clarice This event will introduce middle school-aged students to the exciting possibilities that open up by studying the arts and humanities. ARHU
11-11:30 a.m. UMD Percussion Ensemble Kay Theatre, The Clarice Hear the UMD Percussion Ensemble hit things harmoniously, delicately and violently at this exciting performance. CSPA, SM
11-11:30 a.m. | 1:30-2 p.m. Bosendorfer Digital Reproducing Piano Demonstration Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, The Clarice Hear great performances by famous pianists on a Bosendorfer 290SE digi-tal reproducing piano. CSPA
11 a.m.-Noon Jazz Dance Class Dance Studio 2, The Clarice Dance and groove at Delta Chi Xi Honorary Dance Fraternity’s jazz dance class. All levels, ages and experi-ences are welcome. CSPA
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Knight Hall Tour First floor, Knight Hall Every hour from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Merrill College students offer tours of Knight Hall and UMTV. Learn about the graduate and undergraduate study of journalism. JOUR
11 a.m.-2 p.m. LEAFHouse Tour Main entrance, Architecture Building UMD’s award-winning 2007 U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon entry, LEAFHouse, was designed by UMD students and is now operated by the Potomac Valley Architecture Foundation as a public showcase and educational venue for solar design and sustainable living. Learn about LEAFHouse’s cutting-edge energy systems and speak with professional architects about sustainable home design as well as careers in architec-ture. Watch a construction demonstra-tion, participate in a hands-on living wall activity and see the SD2017 entry, reACT, in progress. (Shuttle buses to LEAFHouse leave from and return to the Architecture Building.) ARCH, ENGR
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Life in the Anchor Chair Basement, Tawes Fine Arts Building Ever wonder what it’s like to deliv-er the nightly news? Come have an interactive experience in the anchor’s chair in the Eaton Broadcast Center at UMTV. JOUR
11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monumental Golf Adjacent lawn, Architecture Building Test your putting skills at some architecturally monumental mini-golf holes and see small versions of great architecture. Or see if you can make a hole-in-one with the monumental dino-saur. Get pointers from the experts of the UMD Golf Course. ARCH
ART & DESIGN PLACE
11-11:30 a.m. SNAPCHAT 101 Eaton Theater, Knight Hall Snapchat is more than just face swaps and filters. Bethany Swain, a former CNN photojournalist who now teaches at the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, explains what the popular app is all about and shares tips you can use today. JOUR
11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sand Art in the Sun Tawes Plaza Join the Infant and Child Studies Consortium Team to create your very own sand art masterpiece. Start with a bottle, add layers of colored sand and voila! EDUC
11 a.m.-4 p.m. “Shifting: African-American Women Artists and the Power of Their Gaze” David C. Driskell Center “Shifting” explores how African-American female artists turn their gaze on the world around them, as well as on themselves and on other women, and asks: Whose gaze is it? ARHU
11:30 a.m.-Noon Line Dance Party Front Plaza, The Clarice Get up and get moving to some of the best party dances of the modern era. No dance experience necessary! CSPA
11:30 a.m.-Noon UMD Music Information Session Gildenhorn Recital Hall, The Clarice Interested in studying music at the University of Maryland? Learn more about the music major in the School of Music. CSPA, SM
11:30 a.m.-Noon William Wirt Middle School Bucket Band Band Room Courtyard, The Clarice Middle school students under the guidance of Tiger Robison and UMD undergraduate music majors perform Gahu (Ghanain drumming) music using ordinary household items. CSPA, SM
11:30 a.m.-Noon |2-2:30 p.m. Tour of Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, The Clarice Come see one of the mid-Atlantic’s largest libraries dedicated to the performing arts. This 30-minute tour takes visitors behind the scenes to view the International Piano Archives at Maryland and Special Collections in Performing Arts. See hidden gems from the library’s archives and special collections, and learn how to access the library. CSPA
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Art in Our Place 4213 Michelle Smith Collaboratory, Parren J. Mitchell Art-Sociology Building Take a look at four recent pieces by Associate Professor Brandon Morse, one of the great digital artists, perfect-ed for the Collaboratory’s big screen. ARHU, MSPAL
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Gamer Symphony Orchestra Dekelboum Concert Hall, The Clarice Like video games? Like video game music? Gamer Symphony Orchestra is here for you! This student-run group is the first collegiate ensemble exclusively devoted to performing orchestral ar-rangements of video game music. CSPA
Noon-12:30 p.m. Daraja Ensemble and Konshens the MC Gildenhorn Recital Hall, The Clarice The School of Music’s graduate fellowship wind quintet collaborates with local rap artist Konshens the MC, bringing an authentic and original mix of classical music, rap and spoken word. CSPA, SM
Noon-12:30 p.m. Make a Mobile Family Album 1208 Knight Hall Don’t just post or share photos. Use this free iPhone or Android app to quickly combine photos, video and text in a fun mobile album. Join mobile journalism Professor Ronald Yaros for this 15-minute hands-on session. JOUR
Noon-12:30 p.m. Maryland Sheet Music Collections Recital Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, The Clarice Students from the School of Music and pianist Maxwell Brown from the International Piano Archives at Maryland perform select 19th-centu-ry compositions from the Maryland Sheet Music Collections in Special Collections in Performing Arts. CSPA, MSPAL
Noon-12:30 p.m. UMD Dance Information Session Dance Theatre, The Clarice Interested in studying dance at the University of Maryland? Learn more about the dance major in the School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies. CSPA, STDPS
Noon-12:45 p.m. | 2-2:45 p.m. Illusion by Design: Meet Magician Joe Largess Great Space, Lower level, Architecture Building Do you believe in magic? If not, the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation’s resident magician, staff member Joe Largess, will make you a convert. Watch him perform amazing illusions, sleight of hand and tricks of the eye. You might even be selected to help in his act. ARCH
Noon-1 p.m. Classical Chinese Dance Class Dance Studio 2, The Clarice Experience the splendor of classical Chinese dance and learn to move in this ancient and beautiful movement tradition. CSPA
Noon-1 p.m. Sonia De Los Santos Kay Theatre, The Clarice Hailed by Billboard as one of the Latin children’s music artists you should know, Sonia performs family-friendly music that reflects on her experienc-es growing up in Mexico, moving to another country and learning about other cultures. Her joyful community music-making and message of cultural bridge-building are sure to inspire and excite children and grown-ups of all backgrounds. CSPA
Noon-1 p.m. The Weekday Players Cafritz Foundation Theatre, The Clarice Preview a selection of the Weekday Players’ Original Works Projects, short plays written by students. As a student-run theater group open to all majors, Weekday provides an outlet for students to produce compelling art and theater. CSPA, STDPS
12:30-1:15 p.m. TEMPO New Music Ensemble Performance Grand Pavilion, The Clarice Terry Riley’s innovative piece “Olson III” utilizes flexible instrumentation and is composed of small modules that must be performed in order and in tempo, though the number of repetitions of these modules is left up to individual performers. The resulting cacophony is an amorphous mass of overlapping modules that build throughout a performance. CSPA
12:30-1:30 p.m. Maryland Community Band Band Room Courtyard, The Clarice Enjoy classic American fare and an international repertoire including big band, Broadway and film music. CSPA, SM
12:30-2 p.m. Undergraduate Dance Showcase Dance Theatre, The Clarice Experience a mini-concert of dances by undergraduate choreographers that are being developed for the UMoves: Undergraduate Dance Concert in May. CSPA, TDPS
1-2 p.m. Creative Tumbling Class Dance Studio 2, The Clarice Explore your creative spirit with cre-ative movement and tumbling. CSPA, STDPS
1-2 p.m. UMD Jazz Combo Gildenhorn Recital Hall, The Clarice Enjoy a recital of swingin’ jazz by a jazz combo under the direction of Gerry Kunkel. CSPA,SM
1-3 p.m. Digital Stories of Prince George’s County Families 4213 Michelle Smith Collaboratory, Parren J. Mitchell Art-Sociology Building Take a trip around the world during a screening of student-produced digital stories of Prince George’s County immigrant families. Local families and students will accompany you. Bien viaje! Happy travels! ARHU
1-3 p.m. Merrill Alumni Meet, Greet and Eat 3203 Roberts Room, Knight Hall #MerrillMade alumni are welcome to reconnect with fellow alums and favor-ite professors and meet the college’s dean, Lucy Dalglish. The reception includes a 2 p.m. panel discussion of alumni experts and current students discussing the complex and chang-ing world of sports media, hosted by the Shirley Povich Center for Sports Journalism. JOUR
1:30-2:30 p.m. UMD Men’s and Women’s Chorus Dekelboum Concert Hall, The Clarice Hear a performance by the UMD Women’s Chorus, then join conductor Ianthe Marini as she teaches a tradi-tional South African tune. Afterward, join the UMD Men’s Chorus on stage for a fun-filled, family-friendly sing-along. CSPA, SM
2-2:30 p.m. Morley, Monteverdi and Morales—Oh My! Kay Theatre, The Clarice Maryland Palestrina Choir, a group of students, alumni and community mem-bers dedicated to performing music from the Renaissance, sings madrigals about love, loss and the beauty of spring. CSPA
2-2:30 p.m. NOI+F Listening Lab Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, The Clarice Wondering what music is in store for this summer’s National Orchestral Institute + Festival? Stop by the Listening Lab for a preview of this year’s programming. CSPA, MSPAL
THE PORTAL Tawes Plaza Connect with someone across the world! Portals is a global network of gold-painted shipping containers that are equipped with immersive audio and video technology. Guests who enter come face-to-face with someone in another portal and can make eye contact and converse as if in the same room. The portal’s unique ability to facilitate international yet profoundly personal experiences opens up a world of possibilities. CSPA
1:30-2:30 p.m. KREATIVITY DIVERSITY TROUPE Cafritz Foundation Theatre, The Clarice Kreativity Diversity Troupe presents a fun, family-friendly hour of improv, open mic-style performances and pieces from its Fall 2016 show, “The Heart and Where to Find It.” Kreativity produces original material each semester, including poetry, dance, music, comedy, theater and film. CSPA
2-2:45 p.m. University Band Band Room Courtyard, The Clarice Enjoy traditional and contempo-rary wind band favorites from the University Band, an ensemble that is open to all students. CSPA
2-3 p.m. West African Dance Class Dance Studio 2, The Clarice Experience a range of irresistible rhythms, movements and songs drawn from Ghana, Guinea, Senegal, Nigeria and Benin. Warm up with body isola-tions, then learn a few short phrases and choreography accompanied by live drumming. CSPA, TDPS
2:10-2:25 p.m. Opera Pop-Up Performance Grand Pavilion, The Clarice Enjoy a quick performance by Maryland Opera Studio. CSPA, SM
2:30-3 p.m. Maryland Opera Studio Gildenhorn Recital Hall, The Clarice Join the students of Maryland Opera Studio as they take you on a musical journey through operatic selections from Mozart to Rossini to Kurt Weill. CSPA
2:30-3 p.m. UMD Theatre Information Session Kogod Theatre, The Clarice Interested in studying theatre at the University of Maryland? Learn more about the theatre major in the School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies. CSPA, STDPS
3-4 p.m. Broadway Today Grand Pavilion, The Clarice Musical theatre students perform a cabaret of contemporary songs from the Broadway stage. CSPA, STDPS
ALL-DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
“Heavy Metal Parking Lot” Exhibit Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, The Clarice “Heavy Metal Parking Lot: The 30-Year Journey of a Cult Film Sensation” tells the story of two aspiring filmmakers who struck cultural gold in the parking lot of the Capital Centre in Landover, Md., on May 31, 1986. It charts the film’s path into the hearts of fans, filmmakers, musicians, actors, artists and scholars. CSPA, MSPAL
Bilingualism and Second Language Acquisition Tawes Plaza Did you know that more than half the world is bilingual? Learn how the language(s) you speak and learn can influence what you see, hear and say. ARHU
Center for Advanced Study of Language Tawes Plaza Learn about CASL, which conducts language research in service to the country. ARHU
Chalk Talk Tawes Plaza Inscribe your favorite quotations on Tawes Plaza in chalk. Stop by the Department of English table, refer to anthologies and literature collections, and leave behind your favorite poetry or prose quotations. ARHU
Department of Art Honors Thesis Exhibition Herman Maril Gallery, Parren J. Mitchell Art-Sociology Building See works by outstanding art students in the Honors Thesis Program. ARHU
Language Diversity Tawes Plaza Amy Adams in “Arrival” succeeded in deciphering an alien language because she researched under-described languages. Do you think you have what it takes to be a field researcher? Come find out! ARHU
Language Party Tricks Tawes Plaza Learn some neat mind tricks related to language. You’ll discover that they show how human language systems work and how language is interpreted in the brain. ARHU
MFA Thesis Exhibition 1309 Herman Maril Gallery, Parren J. Mitchell Art-Sociology Building The University of Maryland Art Gallery presents its annual MFA Thesis Exhibition, which marks the culmina-tion of fine arts education and training in the Department of Art by students Zac Benson, C.W. Brooks, Kevin Hird and Dominique Wohrer. ARHU
MFA in Creative Writing Readings 2202 Art Gallery, Parren J. Mitchell Art-Sociology Building Listen to MFA candidates from the Department of English present their work. ARHU
Neuroscience Crafts Table Tawes Plaza Learn about neurons, the cells of the brain and the brain itself by coloring in a brain cap and making pipe cleaner neurons. ARHU
Optical Illusions Tawes Plaza Sometimes our minds trick us into see-ing things that aren’t actually there. Learn more about how we’re able to see the world around us with optical illusions. ARHU
Outdoor Iron Casting Tawes Plaza Watch from the Tawes/Art-Sociology walkway as artists cast iron and create masterpieces on the spot. ARHU
Quotation Station Tawes Plaza Identify famous words from literary history and the authors who wrote them to win a prize from the English Undergraduate Association. ARHU
Spotlight on English Alumni Tawes Plaza Complete a survey, provide a profile and reconnect with the Department of English. ARHU
Temporary Literary Ink Tawes Plaza Inscribe and inspire yourself with a special temporary tattoo featuring some of the English department’s favorite authors and quotations. ARHU
The Science of Teaching Science Tawes Plaza Participate in science demonstrations, discussions, interactive, comput-er-based and hands-on activities for all ages. EDUC
Try on a BodyVis T-shirt Tawes Plaza See how food is moving through your body, how fast your heart is beating, and how your lungs are filling and emptying with wearable e-textile shirt demonstrations. EDUC
UNITY Interactive Installation Band Room Courtyard, The Clarice Add your perspective to this interac-tive public art project, a larger-than-life canopy structure that celebrates each individual’s unique identities while demonstrating that we are all interconnected. This is presented in partnership with Leadership & Community Service-Learning. CSPA
What Are Cognitive Science, Neuroscience and Language Science? Tawes Plaza Meet the researchers who study the brain, the mind and language. Learn about what they study and what their research can tell you about yourself. ARHU
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EVENTS LISTED BY START TIME
10 a.m.-Noon Come Fly With Gymkana School of Public Health Building Take flight in the home of Gymkana, the student troupe showcasing gym-nastics and acrobatics. Participate in an obstacle course including the tram-poline, spring floor, bars and other equipment that Gymkana members use to create their magical perfor-mances. SPH
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Family Yoga and Dance Center for Young Children The Center for Young Children hosts a family yoga and dance session for all ages. It includes 30 minutes of yoga designed to get the whole family stretched and relaxed, followed by 30 minutes of dance designed to get hearts pumping. Doors open at 11:45 a.m. EDUC
1-4 p.m. Softball vs. Penn State Game Maryland Softball Stadium Cheer on the UMD softball team in a game against Big Ten rival Penn State. ICA
2-3 p.m. Department of Resident Life Staff and Alumni Ice Cream Social 1115 Cambridge Hall Join current and former Department of Resident Life staff to reconnect and interact. DR
ALL-DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Bocce! Front lawn, Cole Field House The Department of Public Safety part-ners with Special Olympics Maryland. Join and celebrate the spirit of com-petition by playing bocce with officers and/or Special Olympians. DPS
Challenge Course Adventure Complex Try out elements of the University Recreation & Wellness’ Adventure Program Challenge Course. Participants must be at least 48 inches tall. Gates close at 3 p.m. Participants under age 18 need a consent/release form signed by a parent or legal guardian. URW
Climbing Wall Adventure Complex Try the Eppley Recreation Center’s 55-foot-high climbing wall. Never climbed? Don’t worry! This is a new-climber-friendly environment with experienced staff on hand to help. Participants must be at least 48 inch-es tall. Gates close at 3 p.m. URW
From Farm to Table: Water and Food Growth La Plata Beach Climate change is placing severe stress on high-quality agricultural irrigation sources such as groundwater. As a result, exploring reclaimed water has become a national priority. Come interact with CONSERVE, a Center of Excellence at the nexus of sustainable water reuse, food and health, to make samples of “dirty” water and then use filtration systems to filter water using simple techniques. SPH
Healthy Families and Fun La Plata Beach Eating together, being active together and playing together are only some of the many components that help keep families healthy. Join the School of Public Health to engage in fami-ly-friendly games that illustrate the many ways your family can be healthy. SPH
La Plata Beach Party La Plata Beach Hit the beach for activities and prizes. Take a swing at the massive Golfzilla, play corn hole or sand volleyball, and learn about TERPQuest summer day camp. URW
Men’s Soccer Spring Game and Alumni Game Ludwig Field Cheer on the 2016 Big Ten regular season and tournament champions in this event as the team scrimmages with Maryland soccer alumni and with each other. ICA
Public Health Affects Me? La Plata Beach What do the Affordable Care Act, can-cer and early prevention screenings, water purification and hand-washing techniques all have in common? They are components of public health that affect us all. Join the School of Public Health to learn more about these and many other public health topics. SPH
Residence Hall Tours Cambridge Hall Get an inside look at living on campus. Meet members of the Department of Resident Life and take a tour of tradi-tional-style buildings. DRL
Robotics, Avatars and Public Health Ground floor, School of Public Health Building Play with the humanoid robot Baxter, see yourself as an avatar, and have fun while learning how research affects our knowledge of public health. SPH
See the Numbers. Map the Numbers. La Plata Beach Engage in activities that help track ancestry roots and diseases. SPH
The Green & Healthy Homes Initiative La Plata Beach The nonprofit Green & Healthy Homes Initiative partners with the Maryland Department of Environment to provide programs and resources to prevent childhood lead poisoning and create healthy housing. It offers legal ser-vices, relocation assistance, hazard reduction services and property owner compliance assistance. SPH
Urban Oasis: A Greenhouse Tour Greenhouse Tour the Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture’s Research Greenhouse Complex. Touch and feel curious plants, learn about green roofs and current research proj-ects, and receive a free plant. Tours begin on the half-hour. AGNR
Xfinity Center Tour Xfinity Center Tour the home of the Terrapins. Learn about the men and women who have placed the Maryland Athletics program among the nation’s elite as you stroll through the Terrapin Walk of Fame. ICA
SPORTS & REC ROW
1–1:30 p.m. GYMNASTICS EXHIBITION La Plata Beach The student-athletes in the Gymkana troupe put on a high-flying show full of gymnastics and acrobatics while demonstrating the importance and benefits of a healthy drug-, alcohol- and tobacco-free lifestyle. SPH
ONE-STOP HEALTH FAIR
Join the School of Public Health and its community partners, including Doctors Community Hospital, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, Green & Healthy Homes Initiative, HIV/AIDS Ministry and the University of Maryland nursing and pharmacy schools at Shady Grove, for free health screenings, health information and fun activities. SPH
Commissioned Corps Officers Meet officers in the United States Public Health Service to learn about how to eat and live a healthy lifestyle. See how the U.S. surgeon general’s national prevention strat-egy can help you start leading a better life today.
Doctors Community Hospital Visit a free mobile clinic offering health screenings to help maintain and improve the health of Maryland Day attendees.
HIV/AIDS Ministry Stop by to learn more about HIV, including resources for testing as well as statistics regarding HIV and AIDS in Prince George’s County.
Health Screenings The UMD School of Nursing at Shady Grove provides free health screenings, information and counseling on the latest dietary guidelines for obesity, diabetes and hypertension.
Navigating the Health Insurance Market Identifying the best health insurance option can some-times seem confusing or even overwhelming. The School of Public Policy’s Health Policy team hosts a game match-ing famous Disney characters with health care options to show you how easy it can be.
Pharmacy Fun and Games Do you know what vaccines you need when traveling abroad? Think you know the different parts of a Drug Facts Label? Want to see just how much sugar is in some of your favorite drinks? What’s “My Plate” and why should you care? Come learn all of this and more from the UMD School of Pharmacy through interactive activi-ties for kids and their families.
Physical Activity Challenge Join the School of Public Health and challenge your family and friends to a variety of physical activities. Find out who has the highest jump, the strongest arm, the best balance, etc. Give yourself bragging rights for the next year.
LA PLATA BEACH
PINT-SIZE POLICE OFFICER Front lawn, Cole Field House Kids can try on a University of Maryland Police Department officer’s uniform and badge and have their picture taken with one of UMD’s finest. Keep your wits sharp as you try out your dispatching skills with officers and dispatchers. UMPD
EVENTS LISTED BY START TIME
8-10 a.m. Egg-citing Start for Ag Day Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building College of Agriculture and Natural Resources alumni are invited to make omelets with Maryland Egg Council members. Celebrate scholarship donors and enjoy the 92nd Ag Day. Reservations are required. AGNR
10 a.m.-Noon 4-H State Communications Contest Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building 4-H members from across Maryland demonstrate their public speaking skills by competing for top honors in prepared speech, extemporaneous speaking, interpretation of poetry and prose and radio spot categories. All 4-Hers will be recognized and the Champion Speakers will be announced at 3 p.m. at a ceremony under the tent. AGNR
Noon-1 p.m. 4-H Science Adventures Awards and Project Display Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building 4-Hers present posters based on STEM topics. Winning projects will be recog-nized in a ceremony. AGNR
ALL-DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
4-H Games and Trivia Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building The Lucky Clovers 4-H Club of Montgomery County will host games and crafts. AGNR
4-H International Exchange Programs Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn how you can host a foreign exchange youth or travel to another country through 4-H. Maryland 4-H brings youth to the U.S. each summer to stay with a host family for four weeks. Maryland 4-H members also have the chance to travel to other countries and live with a host family for four or eight weeks. AGNR
4-H Military Partnerships Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Come learn how Maryland 4-H part-ners with the Army, Navy, Air Force and National Guard to provide a sup-port network for military-connected youth and families. AGNR
4-H Rabbit Hurdles Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building 4-H Club members demonstrate the art of rabbit hopping, an agility/hurdle course for domestic rabbits. AGNR
4-H is 4 Everyone! Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Do you know how 4-H can “grow” active kids into healthy adults? Learn how by doing hands-on activities with the Teen Leaders of the Maryland 4-H State Council. AGNR
A Taste of Maryland Ice Cream Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Enjoy a free sample of ice cream from the Maryland Dairy dished up by the Equestrian Team. AGNR
AGNR Graduate Programs and Diversity Resources Info Session Concourse, Animal Sciences Building Learn about the outstanding graduate programs in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) and the Graduate School admission process. The assistant dean for academic pro-grams and AGNR graduate students discuss opportunities and resources that AGNR offers to help all graduate students excel in their studies as well as opportunities to engage in social activities and the graduate student associations that are dedicated to diversity. AGNR
AREC Bean Bag Toss and T-shirt Bag Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economic hosts a bean bag toss. All participants win a packet of heirloom seeds for their home gardens. Stay to learn how to make an environmentally sustainable handbag from a T-shirt. AGNR
ASGSA Grillin’ with Grads Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building The Animal Sciences Graduate Student Association is selling chicken kabobs, chicken sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, drinks, side items and desserts. AGNR
Ag Education With Sigma Alpha Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Sigma Alpha Professional Agricultural Sorority shows where your food comes from with ag-related games, activities for kids, and its famous “Kiss a Pig with Sigma Alpha” fundraiser, where visitors can donate money to watch their favorite ag teacher pucker up with a pig. AGNR
AgriScience Fair Animal Sciences Building Maryland FFA members share their high school research projects on animal systems, environmental ser-vices/natural resources systems, food products/processing systems, plant systems, power, structural technical systems and social systems. AGNR
Ask the Gardening Experts Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Planning a new veggie garden? Need pruning advice? Curious about native plants? Talk with the experts from University of Maryland Extension’s Home and Garden Information Center for answers to your garden, landscape and pest problems. AGNR
Block and Bridle Presents: Interactive Farm and Educational Exhibits Campus Farm Play cow pie bingo, see the cow with a window in her side and learn about animal agriculture. AGNR
Block and Bridle Presents: Livestock Show Campus Farm Watch students show pigs, lambs, dairy heifers and beef steers in the show ring. AGNR
Bus Roadeo Parking Lot 11B Cheer on the Department of Transportation Services’ bus drivers (student and full-time employees) as they compete on a bus obstacle course. DOTS
Come Camp With 4-H! Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Summer means camp time! Learn about 4-H camps open to all youth and try your hand at favorite camp activities. AGNR
Corn Hole for Kids Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Play the corn hole game for kids and learn about good nutrition. Everyone’s a winner. AGNR
Cotton Candy With RESTORE Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building The Environmental Science and Technology organization RESTORE sells cotton candy. AGNR
Culinary Herbs Giveaway Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Take a free culinary herb (until they’re gone!) grown by students at the Institute of Applied Agriculture. Learn how the two-year Certificate of Applied Agriculture opens doors to successful careers. AGNR
Dairy Interesting Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn about advances in the dairy industry by looking at historical equip-ment used in Maryland. Guess the uses for some items on display. AGNR
Environmental Science and Technology Capstone Projects Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Join seniors from the Environmental Science and Technology department as they share their knowledge on wildlife management; water toxicity and sediment; food waste digestion; a living umbrella and entrepreneurship project; and the effect of urbanization on wetland microbes. AGNR
Face Painting and Pet Facts Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Bring your family and pets to the Pre-Veterinary Society table to get your face painted and learn some facts about your furry friends. AGNR
Get to Know the Real Terps Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Meet turtles, tortoises and more with the Mid-Atlantic Turtle and Tortoise Society. Look through tanks or get bold and touch. AGNR
Grilled Cheese with Sigma Alpha Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Hungry? Stop by the Sigma Alpha table across from the farm to buy delicious grilled cheese sandwiches, fresh fruit and drinks. Meet active and alumni sisters and enjoy a nutritious lunch. AGNR
Grillin’ With AGR Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Enjoy flame-broiled hamburgers and hot dogs and homemade french fries while learning about Alpha Gamma Rho, the professional and social frater-nity for students pursuing careers in agriculture. AGNR
Grow Your Food Anywhere Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Come learn about hydroponics, a way of growing food without soil. Check out the demonstration system, learn about Green Roots and find out how you can get started in your own home. AGNR
Growing With Grains Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn about grains, their role as the foundation of civilizations and how they’re used in everyday life. Make a grain-art jar using five grains that originated from around the globe and are now grown in Maryland, then take it home. AGNR
AG DAY AVENUE
MARYLAND EQUESTRIAN CLUB HORSE SHOW Animal Sciences Barns The club hosts a live horse show, exciting demonstrations and interactive opportunities for the whole family. Decorate a horseshoe and take it home as a memory of Maryland Day. AGNR
ID That Tree Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn about forestry issues in the state from the University of Maryland Extension. Test your ability to identify bark of native tree species, pick up forestry fact sheets and sign up for the Branching Out newsletter. AGNR
Maryland Agriculture Showcase Animal Sciences Barns Visit the walk-through mobile display hosted by the Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation. Hands-on learning includes a “cow” to milk, a horse’s tail to brush and a landscaping activity. AGNR
Maryland FFA Welcomes New Friends Concourse, Animal Sciences Building Learn more about opportunities to be a member of the FFA Alumni and support the FFA Foundation. AGNR
Maryland State Fair Preview Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Find out how you can be a part of the fun, shows, races, educational activ-ities and more at the Maryland State Fair, Aug. 24-Sept. 4 in Timonium. AGNR
Meet Miss Maryland Agriculture Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn about Maryland’s agricultural diversity from youth ambassadors from across the state. AGNR
Milk: Maryland’s Official Beverage Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn about nature’s nearly perfect food and enjoy activities and educa-tional materials in partnership with the American Dairy Association North East, Maryland Dairy Promotion and Princess Committee, and Maryland Dairy Industry Association. AGNR
Nitrate Leaching and Cover Crops Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building See how students are pulling percolat-ing waters from the soil and how cover crops are pulling nitrates from the water. AGNR
Nutrition “Jeopardy!” Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Test your nutrition knowledge with the Food and Nutrition Club, and learn some tips for healthier eating. AGNR
Nutrition, Food Safety and Healthy Living Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Find information on healthy living at all ages, including food safety, nutrition and emergency preparedness. AGNR
Phriends of Phragmites Animal Sciences Building See displays about one of the most useful wild plants in the world: phrag-mites australis (common reed) plants, up to 3 meters tall in pots. AGNR
Plant Science and Landscape Architecture Academic Programs: Plan Your Future Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn about the academic programs offered by the Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture and the opportunities and challenges that await graduates. AGNR
Rita’s Italian Ice Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Beat the heat with Rita’s Italian Ice and enjoy children’s games about careers in agriculture. AGNR
Saving Endangered Species Through Reproductive Sciences Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Visit with experts from the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute to learn about the science be-hind saving endangered species. AGNR
Showcasing Maryland Agriculture Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Visit the mobile walk-through mobile display hosted by the Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation. Hands-on learning includes a “cow” to milk, a horse’s tail to brush and a landscaping activity. AGNR
Soils Conference Preview Animal Sciences Building Acid sulfate soils can cause prob-lems such as acid rock drainage and corrosion of metals and concrete, particularly in highway and construc-tion activities and mining and dredging operations. UMD is hosting the eighth annual International Acid Sulfate Soils Conference in July. Learn more about it and this issue from Emeritus Professor Delvin S. Fanning. AGNR
The Anacostia’s Toxic Legacy Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Dense development, an industrial history and poor treatment have left the Anacostia River severely degraded and burdened with a legacy of toxic contaminants. Students discuss the sources and varieties of pollutants and the results of their toxicity tests on surface waters and sediments. AGNR
The Wonder of Soils Animal Sciences Building Soil has been called Earth’s fragile skin. Soils are hydrologic buffers, bio-chemical reactors and untapped gene reservoirs. We use soils to produce food and antibiotics and to purify water. Explore some of the physical, biological and chemical characteristics of soils, using your eyes, hands, magni-fying glasses and microscopes. AGNR
University of Maryland Extension: 1890 Program Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn about the UME’s 1890 Extension Program, headquartered at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne. Its education and research-based activities serve a diverse audience, focusing on people with limited resources to improve their quality of life. AGNR
We’re Not Just for Farmers Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn how the 400 Maryland Department of Agriculture experts assist consumers and farmers across the state to ensure safe seed, food and consistent regulations for all. AGNR
What’s My Breed? Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Members of the Kids ‘n’ Dogs 4-H Club of Montgomery County are on hand to talk to you about what they know best: dogs. Spin their colorful wheel and perhaps win a prize. AGNR
What the University of Maryland Extension Can Do for You Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Learn how the University of Maryland “extends” learning to communities across Maryland through Extension (UME) offices in every county and Baltimore. Find information on agricul-ture, food and nutrition, horticulture, environment/sea grant, and youth development programs offered in your community. AGNR
Wildlife Arts and Crafts Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building The Wildlife Society, a profession-al student organization, hosts a mask-making station where children can create and decorate masks of var-ious wildlife species. Visitors can also learn about wildlife through the skulls and animal skins on display. AGNR
BEEKEEPING: HOW SWEET IT IS! Courtyard, Animal Sciences Building Beekeepers from Prince George’s County chat about the life cycle of a beehive and all its occupants and show what equipment you’d need to become a beekeeper. Plus, watch bees at work at the observation hive. AGNR
EVENTS LISTED BY START TIME
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Chemathon: Discoveries in Chemistry Before 1900 G. Forrest Woods Atrium, Chemistry Building Watch teams of 300 high school students from across the Washington, D.C., area compete in lab work, post-ers, written classwork and trivia under the theme of “Discoveries in Chemistry Before 1900.” CMNS
10-11 a.m. Explore Computer Science 1115 Computer Science Instructional Center Prospective computer science stu-dents can meet staff to learn about the curriculum and program offerings. Hear from current students about this exciting field and get your questions answered. CMSC
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Minerals, Mining and Human Innovation 1106 Geology Building What is ore? Why haven’t we run out of it? How does an ore deposit form? How does research improve mineral exploration? How much gold has been mined throughout history? Stop by to learn the answers. CMNS,GEOL
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Algorithms and Coding With Balloons Lobby, Computer Science Instructional Center Kids of all ages can learn the definition of an algorithm and how to “program” computer science volunteers to inflate and decorate balloons. CMSC
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Humanoid Robots Engineering Annex Building Wouldn’t you want a robot that does chores for you? Members of the Computer Vision Lab and the ARC Lab demonstrate a robot that learns by watching. It looks at humans as they perform actions with their hands, analyzes the images, understands and replicates the actions. CMSC
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Discover a Swamp 1162 Plant Sciences Building Capture and observe the small aquatic creatures that are common in nearby wetlands. Learn about their behavior as they swim through water and climb on plants. CMNS,DOE
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Insect Petting Zoo 1161 Plant Sciences Building Imagine tarantulas, exotic insects, scorpions, bees and millipedes longer than your hand for you to look at and touch if you dare. CMNS,DOE
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream Front lawn, John S. Toll Physics Building Bet you haven’t had ice cream like this! This homemade specialty tastes great and is safe for all ages. Come try it, while supplies last. CMNS
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Cosmic Ray Tour Front lawn, John S. Toll Physics Building Come on a virtual journey in this lab where students, physicists and engi-neers build state-of-the art particle detectors to fly on gigantic balloons in Antarctica. PHYS
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Physics of Pottery Lobby, John S. Toll Physics Building Get behind the wheel with the Physics Pottery Club. Learn about the physics behind pottery while molding ceramic bowls and figurines. PHYS
1-2 p.m. Perpetual Motion Generator Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building See a demonstration of the machine that creates perpetual spinning motion of a disk. A small generator would harvest the kinetic energy, therefore creating clean electricity. ENGR
ALL-DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
4-H Science Adventures Showcase 1110 Plant Sciences Building Youth present posters that they have created based on learning within the 4-H Science Adventures program. AGNR
AIAA Paper Airplane Competition Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Compete in a paper airplane com-petition! The UMD chapter of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics awards hourly prizes for categories such as longest distance flight and closest to a target. ENGR
ASCE Concrete Canoe Competition Team Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Can a canoe made out of concrete actually float? Yes! Come see how when you meet the student chap-ter of the American Society of Civil Engineering’s Concrete Canoe team. ENGR
ASCE Steel Bridge Competition Team Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Students in UMD’s chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers display a to-scale model steel bridge using real-world guidelines. ENGR
Ab Aqua Ad Astra: From Underwater Research to Space Flight Neutral Buoyancy Research Facility Only one university in the world has a neutral buoyancy facility: UMD. Check out spacesuits, space exhibits and robots for space and sea. ENGR
Aerospace Engineering Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Aerospace engineers design, develop and test aircraft and technologies for aviation and space exploration. Learn about the many opportunities for aerospace engineering students at UMD. ENGR
Ask an Astronomer Front lawn, Glenn L. Martin Building Astronomy faculty and students answer your perplexing astronomy-related questions. ASTR,CMNS
Autonomous Cars: Human Behavior in Collaborative Cyber-Physical Systems 0108 Engineering Annex Building See how driver behavior can be learned and the logic of autonomous cars can be designed to execute autonomous and complex passing maneuvers. ISR
Autonomous Robots Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Autonomous Systems Lab students demonstrate a variety of autonomous robots and invite visitors to interact with the robots. ENGR
Balloons and Rocket Payloads Outside, Neutral Buoyancy Research Facility Engineers demonstrate use of high-al-titude balloons and sounding rockets. See how balloons are used to carry instruments to the edge of space. Watch a balloon inflation and check out payloads that have flown 20 miles high. ENGR
Bike vs. Solar Panel Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Can you beat the power output of a solar panel by using a bike to generate electric power? Engineers Without Borders partners with disadvantaged communities to improve their quality of life through environmentally and economically sustainable engineering projects. ENGR
Blown Away Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Construct your own model building to withstand a simulated hurricane. Learn about wind engineering for civil struc-tures from the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department. ENCE
Bone Collector and Forensic Science 1168 Plant Sciences Building Skeletons. Forensics. Can you piece to-gether the facts from all that remains? CMNS
Bottle Rockets Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building The Society of Hispanic Engineers and the Center for Minorities in Science and Engineering invite you to make and launch a rocket using a Coke bot-tle and paper. ENGR
Campus Tree Walk Front plaza, Plant Sciences Building Learn about the history and charac-teristics of UMD’s trees and plantings. AGNR
Chemistry Magic Front entrance, Bioscience Research Building Have fun watching the chemists of Alpha Chi Sigma play. Can you shatter a rubber ball? Make putty? Will you see magic or chemistry? This looks to be one explosive event. CMNS,DOCB
Chemists Celebrate Earth Day Front entrance, Bioscience Research Building The Chemical Society of Washington section of the American Chemical Society hosts activities focused on climate science. CMNS,DOCB
SCIENCE & TECH WAY
10–11:30 a.m. | 1–2:30 p.m. THE PHYSICS OF FANTASTIC WORLDS: FROM STAR WARS TO HARRY POTTER Front lawn, John S. Toll Physics Building Wizards have magic, but Muggles have science! Stop by for an exciting and interactive physics demonstration show. PHYS
Climate and Life Through Time Front lawn, Glenn L. Martin Building See rocks, tree cores and corals that tell us about climate and environ-ments in the recent past and long ago at the one-of-a-kind Stable Isotope Laboratory’s interactive display. CMNS,GEOL
CompSciConnect Showcase Second floor, Computer Science Instructional Center Discover computing with our Comp Sci Connect middle school students. Learn how to program Lego Mindstorm robots, create games in Scratch, and explore number systems and cryptol-ogy. Additional activities created by students will be on display including virtual reality games and Scratch games. CMSC
Cup Tower Design Competition Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Test your engineering design tech-niques and compete against students to create the largest cup tower in this event sponsored by Sigma Phi Delta. The winning student or group will receive a gift card to Chipotle. ENGR
Demonstration of Catalysis 2223 Chemical and Nuclear Engineering Building The Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering team demonstrates its research on nanoporous materials and catalysis for separation and energy conversion applications. ENGR
Digital Fabrication Tools Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Come explore the latest in 3-D printing and digital fabrication tools that are in use at the School of Engineering. ENGR
Discover Engineering 3201 J.M. Patterson Building High school students interested in en-gineering, math and the sciences can talk to current engineering students, meet a professional engineer and take part in an engineering team activity. Activities start on the hour. ENGR
Earth System Science and Climate Change Front lawn, Glenn L. Martin Building Explore our planet with Earth sys-tem scientists from the university, NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Find out how much water you can “squeeze” from a cloud and learn about lightning and flash-flood safety from NOAA’s interactive displays. Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) enthusiasts are invited to stop at the Maryland and Delaware Climate Change Education, Assessment and Research (MADE-CLEAR) table. CMNS
Electrical and Computer Engineering Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering offers one of the most highly ranked programs in the nation. From wireless communica-tions to defense systems, it provides an important “charge” in technology. ENGR
Electronics Demo Rotunda, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers showcases some of its projects and demonstrates inter-esting applications of electronics with interactive activities. ENGR
Engineered With Alpha Omega Epsilon Sorority Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Participate in a fun activity with the sisters of Alpha Omega Epsilon, the sorority of the A. James Clark School of Engineering. ENGR
Engineering Information Sessions Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Learn about the undergraduate majors and programs in the Clark School in these sessions, hosted on the hour by current students. ENGR
Experience and Explore the Wind Tunnel Lobby, Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel Experience the wind tunnel and view clips of prior tests of planes, trains, boats, birds, people and more. ENGR
Explore Life Questions With Biology Answers 1164 Plant Sciences Building Who attacked Testudo? Crack the genetic code with a DNA bracelet. See how fast your brain can think. Explore human evolution by examining fossil skulls. CMNS
Explore the Universe With the AstroTerps Front lawn, Glenn L. Martin Building Join the AstroTerps, the UMD student astronomical society, to create craters, play with a grapefruit model of Saturn and participate in other hands-on activities and demonstrations. ASTR, CMNS
FISHBowl Entrepreneurship Showcase and Competition Third floor, Computer Science Instructional Center Like the show “Shark Tank”? The FISHBowl is a fun, dynamic, open-house-style competition where students pitch their tech startup ideas. You be the judge of which ideas should make the cut. CMSC
Fingerprinting the Universe Front lawn, Glenn L. Martin Building Each person has a unique fingerprint. Each chemical element in our bodies and the universe also has a unique fin-gerprint that is encoded in light. Learn how astronomers study the skies using different wavelengths of light and how they decode the light to unravel the mysteries of the universe. ASTR,CMNS
Fire Lab and Sprinkler Demonstrations 3229 J.M. Patterson Building Can we better protect life during wildfires? Why are sprinkler systems important? Why study fire phenom-ena? Come see the fire tornado and other demonstrations while exploring these questions. ENGR
Food Safety 101 Plant Sciences Building Should you pre-wash lettuce? Should you refrigerate cut cantaloupe? Do you know how to avoid cross-con-tamination in the kitchen? Come for a demonstration on safety of fresh produce. Space is limited. Register at the Plant Sciences Building. AGNR
Fossil Dig Front entrance, Geology Building Dig in the Department of Geology sand pit and uncover millions of years of history. Find fossils up to 400 million years old and, of course, shark teeth. CMNS, GEOL
Fun With DNA Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Watch and be amazed as bioengineer-ing students and faculty extract DNA from strawberries to show just how awesome this field is. ENGR
Fun With Robots Front entrance, Manufacturing Building Interact with groups of small robots built by students. ENGR
Germs! The Five-Second Rule 1171, 1168 Plant Sciences Building Is the five-second rule true? How well do you wash your hands? Learn the truth using a special microscope. CMNS
High-speed Hyperloop Pod Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building UMD’s SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Design Competition team gives you an inside look at its pod design, which could transform the future of high-speed travel. ENGR
HorseSHU Unmanned Aircraft System Unveiling Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Be among the first to see the full-scale HorseSHU unmanned aircraft system prototype and learn about the many opportunities for aerospace engineer-ing students at UMD. ENGR
Human Robot Cooperation 0200 Engineering Annex Building Join an interactive demonstration of a human passing an object to the Baxter robot. The robot contains an active viewpoint control camera to track the user’s hand and planning algorithms to catch the object. ISR
Invasive Species? APHIS to the Rescue Plaza, Plant Sciences Building Learn about this agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture and find out how to protect our plant resources from harmful diseases and pests. You can also discover career possibilities in public service. AGNR
Inverted Pendulum Demo Rotunda, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Watch a demo of an inverted pendulum experiment from the controls lab as we explore an exciting application of math and science. ENGR
Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Rotunda, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Tour the engineering building and explore the facility where cutting-edge research takes place. Discover the exciting worlds of nanotechnology, microelectromechanical systems, transportation systems and space systems. The building itself is a lab including internal bridges, exposed systems and more. Tours leave on the hour. ENGR
DISCOVERING EARTH DYNAMICS Front, Geology Building Why do earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur? Learn the answers to these and other Earth dynamics questions through hands-on activities, including demonstrations of deep Earth convection, frictional sliding and ductile putty deformation. GEOL
Magnified Materials 1237 Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Tour the Nanoscale Imaging, Spectroscopy, and Properties Laboratory. Get up close and personal with common objects magnified great-er than 10,000 times. Tours begin on the hour. ENGR
Maryland NanoCenter Rotunda, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building The center’s labs make and test new materials 100,000 times thinner than a piece of paper. Help create a carbon nanotube and learn about the science of the small. ENGR
Maryland Optics Group 2143 Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building See exciting applications of optics in-cluding an opto-electronic homeplate for baseball/softball and learn about the effects of the atmosphere on laser beams ENGR
Maryland Unmanned Aerial Systems Student Team Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building The Maryland Student UAS team showcases its vehicles and equipment on tables in static display and answers your questions.
Maryland Wildlife Quest Front, Biology-Psychology Building Explore the wildlife of Maryland and contribute to a Chesapeake Bay and Appalachian Mountains mural. CMNS
Maryland’s Weather and Climate Front lawn, Glenn L. Martin Building Build your own instruments to mea-sure winds and rainfall amounts or create a tornado in a bottle to learn about Maryland weather. ENGR
Materials in Modern Technology 2310 Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Tour the FabLab to see how modern electronic devices are made in this state-of-the-art clean room. Tours begin on the hour. ENGR
Materials in Your Life Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities feature materials used in modern technology. ENGR
Mechanical Engineering Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Students in the nationally ranked Department of Mechanical Engineering are making a difference worldwide with programs such as Engineers Without Borders and renewable energy systems. Come learn how they innovate for the future. ENGR
Meet Theta Tau Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Stop by the table of UMD’s chapter of the professional co-ed engineering fraternity to learn more about our organization. ENGR
Microbe Madness Lobby, Bioscience Research Building Join UMD microbiologists in making your very own, one-of-a-kind microbe button. Pick out your favorite microbe template and color it in, then watch as it turns into a unique and wearable pin. CMNS
Microelectromechanical Systems 2201 J.M. Patterson Building What makes your phone “smart”? Could a Fitbit also do medical tests? Why do you have to charge your devic-es every day? Microelectromechanical systems have some of the answers. ENGR
Minerals and the Earth: The Stuff of Life 2118 Geology Building See and touch pieces of the planet’s in-sides. These minerals, rocks and gems are the raw materials of life. CMNS
Our Neighbor, NASA Goddard Front lawn, Glenn L. Martin Building Around the corner and around the galaxy: NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, five miles away in Greenbelt, builds spacecraft and instruments and invents technology to study Earth, the Sun, solar system and universe. Discover how its mission affects you. CMNS
Plant Giveaway Front plaza, Plant Sciences Building Get a free plant planted this year by the UMD Greenhouse’s faculty and staff. AGNR
Plant Science and Landscape Architecture Information Table Front plaza, Plant Sciences Building Learn about the academic programs offered by the Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture and the opportunities and challenges that await graduates. AGNR
Plantennae, Plant Batteries and Glowing Spinach Lobby, Plant Sciences Building See demonstrations of how plants transform and store energy to power life on earth. AGNR
Poly-Fun With Slime and Colors Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Discover chemical engineering through an array of stimulating hands-on activities including classic slime, super-soaker poly-gen, baking soda painting and more. You make it, you take it. ENGR
Protein Engineering Superheroes Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Become a protein engineering super-hero! Use your superhero abilities to make proteins with unique powers, and learn how real-life protein engineering superheroes help fight nasty villains that make us sick.
Proteins: Nature’s Nanomachines 2237 Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Parents and children ages 12 and up are welcome to a computational hands-on activity to explore nature’s nanomachines and how intermolecular interactions drive the world we live in. ENGR
Radar Velocity Front lawn, John S. Toll Physics Building Test your throwing ability at the Radar Velocity Detector Station. PHYS
Radiation in Everyday Life Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Using detectors, people can inves-tigate items for radioactivity. Learn about potential sources of radiation that we come into contact with every day. ENGR
Refrigeration Technology: It’s So Cool! Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Watch a demonstration of the working principle of an air conditioner, using an experimental facility made up of a compressor, expansion valve, evapora-tor and condenser. ENGR
Robotics Demos Rotunda, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Robots inspired by nature can fly, dance and swim. Come see some of the bio-inspired robots developed at the Maryland Robotics Center and see where the future of technology can take you. ENGR
Robotics Realization Laboratory 0307 Engineering Annex Building Come see robots in action—they’re both as small as an ant and bigger than a person. ENGR
Rocket Club Showcase Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Join the Terrapin Rocket Club as members showcase rockets they’ve designed and built. ENGR
Secure Biometrics for Mobile Wireless Devices 0108 Engineering Annex Building Learn how the Institute for Systems Research’s secure fingerprint methods can increase the security and privacy of mobile wireless devices like iPhones, iPads and laptops. ISR
Shake it Up With Legos Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Build your own buildings, bridges or other structures with Legos. Then, watch as they are subjected to simulat-ed earthquakes on a shake table. How long will your design last? ENGR
Smoke Cannons Front lawn, John S. Toll Physics Building Two cannons make for amazing motion when rings collide! PHYS
Solar Observing Front lawn, Glenn L. Martin Building Take a safe look at the big yellow (or red, depending on the filter) ball in our sky through telescopes with observa-tory staff. ASTR,CMNS
Students in Space Neutral Buoyancy Research Facility Do you create habitats for deep space, transports to the moon, anchors for comets, robots for Mars or spacesuits for Hawaii? UMD students do—check them out! ENGR
Tau Beta Pi Honor Society Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Explore engineering-related activities for students and visitors, including non-newtonian fluids, popsicle stick trusses and circuit boards. ENGR
Terps Miniature Golf Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Test your putting skills at the Engineering Alumni Network’s mini-golf hole. Learn about the group and joint student events that others are welcome to enjoy. ENGR
Terps Racing Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Terps Racing debuts its two student-designed and -built SAE race cars for the 2017 racing season. ENGR
The Curious Feeding Habits of Insect-Eating Plants 1153 Plant Sciences Building Tour a collection of carnivorous plants and take part in feeding time. There are three opportunities to watch a short movie, then feed the plants. This activity is recommended for ages 6-14. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. AGNR
LASER OBSTACLE COURSE 1111 Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Equipped with spray water bottles, participants will navigate an obstacle equipped with lasers, much like in spy movies. Stand in the path of a laser, and you’re out, in this game organized by Eta Kappa Nu, the honor society of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. ENGR
Think Quantum: Joint Quantum Institute Front lawn, John S. Toll Physics Building Discover the secrets of the universe as described by quantum mechanics, the physics revolution of the last 100 years. Come hear and see how pho-tons behave both like particles of light and waves of electromagnetic energy. Learn about quantum computers of the future. See magnetic levitation, possible because of superconductors. PHYS
Thrill Design Club Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Play the part of the ride operator and come check out this working model of a roller coaster with all the bells and whistles! Get a peek inside theme park engineering and design. ENGR
Trained Arson Dog Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Sponsored by State Farm, a trained arson dog is here to participate in the fire investigation experience at the “What Is Fire Protection Engineering?” experience. ENGR
Truck Touch Regents Drive Garage DOTS welcomes you to explore a vari-ety of vehicles, play activities and walk away with a prize. Take photos, create a book, grab a balloon and have some fun! DOTS
Virtual Reality Demonstrations Computer Science Instructional Center Student developers showcase their exciting new VR projects on Oculus Rift headsets. CMSC
W.M. Keck Lab for Combinatorial Nanosynthesis and Multiscale Characterization 1141 Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Tour the lab to learn about the search for new materials for technologies (in-cluding superconductors and electron-ics) that work faster than ever before. Tours begin on the hour. ENGR
Walking on Water Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Experience chemical engineering by “walking on water” (actually speed-walking on a non-Newtonian fluid), brought to you by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers. ENGR
What Is Fire Protection Engineering? Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Engineers can solve the problem of fire, no matter where that fire may be. Learn more about this unique and expanding field and participate in an interactive fire investigation experience.
Women In Aeronautics and Astronautics Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building See all the ways WIAA empowers women with opportunities for lead-ership, networking, outreach and ad-vocacy on behalf of female students. ENGR
WHERE ROBOTS, SPACECRAFT AND SPACESUITS ARE BORN 0130 Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building Where can you see robots being developed for space, undersea and rehabilitation? Or spacecraft that are “learning” to maneuver and work in space? Or the next generation of spacesuits being built and tested? Here! ENGR
BIZ & SOCIETY HILL
EVENTS LISTED BY START TIME
11 a.m.-3 p.m. Picture This North lobby, Benjamin Building Join the Teacher Education Associa-tion of Maryland Students to decorate a picture frame to capture your favor-ite Maryland Day memories. EDUC
1-2 p.m. Are You Ready for College? 2102 Shoemaker Hall Do you wonder if you have what it takes to be a successful college stu-dent? Staff from the Learning Assis-tance Service will present a workshop about what incoming freshmen need to know to be successful in college. Learn strategies and resources from current college students. VPSA
2-4 p.m. Ben and Esther Rosenbloom Hillel Center Open House Hillel Center Join Maryland Hillel from 2 to 4 p.m. at 7612 Mowatt Lane to learn about Jewish life on campus and get a sneak peek at the plan for a new Hillel facility. Contact Allison Buchman, [email protected] or 301.422.6200 ext 207, with questions. SSU
After 4 p.m. Catholic Terps Open House and Post-Maryland Day Events Catholic Student Center Join Catholic Terps directly after Maryland Day at 5 p.m. for Saturday vigil Mass, followed by a pig roast/bar-becue at 6 p.m. RSVP for the pig roast at catholicterps.org.
ALL-DAY EVENTS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
An Applied Anthropology Perspective Front lawn, Tydings Hall Come learn what it means to be an anthropologist. Find out how an-thropologists apply their knowledge and collaborate with communities to understand decision-making and solve human problems. Learn about how anthropology is applied to different issues related to health, heritage and the environment. BSOS
CCJS at Maryland Day Front lawn, Tydings Hall Learn from the faculty and students of the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice about human traf-ficking and forensic science as well as ongoing research in the areas of crime and criminal justice to better under-stand topics such as crime prevention, gangs, policing and cybercrime. BSOS
Change the World: Explore Government and Politics Front lawn, Tydings Hall The Department of Government and Politics offers students the tools and information they need to change the world by improving the quality of their government, and thus their lives. We provide the expertise and data for pol-icymakers to address social problems and societal conflicts both domestic and international. BSOS
Conquer Speech Anxiety in Three Minutes Courtyard, Skinner Building Knees weak? Palms sweaty? Have no fear: The Department of Communication is here. Learn how to regain your confidence with handy anxiety management techniques, including power poses and breathing exercises that you can deploy before your big presentation to calm those nerves. ARHU
Crossing Boundaries: Global Classrooms, Study Abroad and Ethnographic Immersion Front lawn, Tydings Hall Through global classrooms and study abroad programs, the Department of Anthropology creates and builds partnerships with Brazilian learning institutions, indigenous NGOs and communities. Projects include devel-oping museum and online exhibits on the lives of indigenous peoples of the Amazon basin. BSOS
Deal Island Peninsula Project Front lawn, Tydings Hall The Department of Anthropology showcases its research on the human and cultural aspects of key environ-mental issues for the Chesapeake Bay, including climate change, sustainable fisheries and farming, harmful algae blooms, and the integration of coastal communities into environmental deci-sion making. BSOS
Explore Our Multilingual World Courtyard, Skinner Building Translators and interpreters make communication possible in our glob-ally connected world. The Graduate Studies in Interpreting and Translation program is training the next gen-eration of these talented language professionals. Learn about consecu-tive interpreting and translation, and visit the simultaneous interpreting lab where student interpreters are at work. ARHU
Fact from Fiction in U.S. Politics: Who Can Tell the Difference? Front lawn, Tydings Hall Discern a fake headline from a real headline in a trivia challenge with increasing difficulty. Those with truly keen eyes will win a prize. Plus, learn more about fake news and political transparency with the Center for American Politics and Citizenship. BSOS
History Along Our Highways Front lawn, Tydings Hall The State Highway Administration em-ploys archaeologists and architectural historians who manage historic sites along our road systems. Use 3-D virtu-al reality glasses to learn about their recent discovery on the Bush Tavern in Harford County. See artifacts on display along with a ceramic mending station. BSOS
Improve Your Writing in Three Basic Steps Courtyard, Skinner Building Have you ever been told your writing isn’t clear? Learn three basic prin-ciples that will help you improve the clarity of your writing. Instructors in the Department of Communication’s graduate certificate in Professional Communication-Enhanced English Fluency take you through writing exercises designed to teach these principles. ARHU
Memorial Chapel: Historic and Natural Landmark Memorial Chapel Experience the spectacular Memorial Chapel (built in 1952) and evocative gardens through musical perfor-mances, pipe organ recitals (on each hour until 3 p.m.), a family-friendly history tour, living history reenactors, a nature-related children’s craft and game, labyrinth walks, Hindu guided meditation and 1950s-style refresh-ments. VPSA
PSYCh Yourself Out Front lawn, Tydings Hall PSYCh yourself out by looking at optical illusions and learning about the psychology and neuroscience behind why optical illusions work the way they do! BSOS
Pitch Your Fearless Idea Courtyard, Skinner Building Get your creative juices flowing by pitching your fearless idea in two minutes to the Oral Communication Center’s trained peer consultants, who will record your presentation, give you feedback and send you the recording. ARHU
Survey Questions: Good or Bad? Front lawn, Tydings Hall All surveys involve compromises, and the challenge for the researcher is to determine how best to use the avail-able resources to produce, on balance, the best results. Test your skills at determining which questions are good survey questions, which questions are bad survey questions and the reasons why. BSOS
Test Your Terrorism IQ Front lawn, Tydings Hall Join the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) to learn about the similarities and differences between what people commonly perceive to be true about terrorism and what research has shown to be fact. BSOS
What Makes Your Family Special? Front lawn, Tydings Hall Come by and draw a picture of what makes your family special. Show who is in your family, what you do for fun with your family and anything else that makes your family unique. BSOS
TOUR THE HUMAN BRAIN IN 3-D 1109 Chincoteague Hall Explore the human brain, zoom around the cerebellum, fly through a maze of neurons and discover the intricacies of the human brain in a 3-D video. Cognitive neuroscientists who conduct their research at the Maryland Neuroimaging Center guide your tour and share their research highlights. Audience members receive a pair of 3-D glasses. Supplies are limited. BSOS
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