Featuring keynote remarks from state and campus leadership, this Summit will bring together international, national, and Maryland state experts to showcase UMD’s global talent and help employers increase their understanding of the significant benefits of hiring highly skilled international students and graduates across all industries.
Reimagining Learning Experiences to Prioritize Connection
Co-hosted by the TLTC and the Academy for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, this workshop invites instructors to reclaim joy in the classroom. Participants will collaborate to imagine new possibilities for creating connected learning experiences.
The Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center is excited to host GradImages for student portrait sessions October 26-29, 2026. Sessions will be held in the beautiful Chaney Library & Moxley Gradens (weather dependent).
Getting Started with Your Teaching Philosophy Statement
Whether you’re starting from scratch or finalizing a draft, join this workshop to get guidance and clarity on articulating an effective teaching philosophy.
Careers Crossing Borders: The Mini Roundtable on Global Business Skills in the Age of AI and Tech
Hear from global business and AI professionals from Microsoft, W.R. Grace, Lazarus AI, and Vanbri Consulting about about how AI is changing how global business happens - and the skills students need to succeed. Pizza will be provided.
Is capitalism superior to socialism as an economic system that promotes individual freedom and prosperity? A Debate.
Redesigning Your Programming Assignments for AI
Explore how AI affects your programming assignments
Reflection: Deeper Learning From Community Engagement
Turn community experiences into meaningful learning. Explore reflection models, assignments, and assessment strategies that help students move beyond retelling to deeper learning.
The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI: How is 'local' working globally?
The news environment differs from country to country. Experts weigh in on what’s working and where. Big companies worldwide are merging journalism and entertainment. Experts explore the ramifications.
Alternative Grading Strategies
Do you wish your grading practices better reflected what you value in your discipline? This workshop will introduce you to the principles of alternative grading and explore practical strategies for making grading more transparent, equitable, and learn...
Join the Faculty Staff Assistance Program for our November Lunch and Learn: Helping Students in Distress with Dr. Pepper Phillips of The Counseling Center
Preparing Students to Succeed: Scaffolding for Community Engagement
Design a community-engaged course with purpose. Use backward course design to align learning goals, activities, assessments, and community partner needs while balancing challenge and support to help students and partners succeed.