Beyond the Professoriate, an e-learning platform available to all UMD doctoral students and postdocs, is hosting a series of live events throughout the fall semester. Can’t make the live sessions? Come grab a snack and watch the recordings with us! Discussion to follow!
Wellness Course: Map Your Graduate Pathway Session One: Doctoral Students
Join us for a wellness session designed to help graduate students make the most of their graduate school experience. Learn how to use the Graduate Pathways to set goals, build expertise, manage your career, communicate and lead, and engage, thrive, and connect.
Metacognition - Teaching Students How to Learn
Learn strategies for helping students become more self-aware and reflective learners. When they understand the science of learning, they are more successful.
The Faculty Staff Assistance Program hosts September Lunch & Learn: Understanding the Lens of Incoming Students (Gen Z): The Experience, Perspective, and Opportunities for Support presented by Nyree Watson M.Ed.
On September 15, 2026, QLCN will host its in-person career fair at UMD College Park.
Explore UMD-approved GenAI tools with TLTC and DIT experts. Test, learn, and share feedback to enhance your teaching for Fall 2026.
Motivational Design for Learning
Explore motivation theories and teaching strategies to strengthen student engagement.
Preparing for a First/Zoom Interview
Join us in person at 5109 McKeldin or via Zoom to learn how to prepare for a first-round or “screening” interview, which is typically conducted virtually via Zoom or another online platform.
Beyond the Professoriate Fall Watch Party Series: Is a Faculty Job Right for You?
Join the Beyond Prof team for a webinar exploring the key factors to consider as you evaluate whether a faculty career is the right path for you. Learn how to assess your options, determine how long to stay on the academic job market, and explore career paths beyond the tenure-track.
Engage students with real-world projects! Learn about Project-Based Learning, explore cross-discipline examples, and design meaningful, collaborative learning experiences for your course.
Universal Design for Learning Basics
Explore a framework that allows you to meet the needs of all students.
Third USM Postdoctoral Research Symposium 2026
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs in The Graduate School at the University of Maryland is excited to host the Third USM Postdoctoral Research Symposium as one of our activities during National Postdoctoral Appreciation Month.