Performance Review Prep Mini-Conference | Thursday, February 29, 2024 | 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The USM Learning and Talent Development Committee invites you to a day of enriching learning and personal growth in preparation for the upcoming Performance Review season. This virtual conference is free to all University System of Maryland employees. Check out our exciting…
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The Zest – Health Benefits of Fermented Foods
What is fermentation? “Fermented” and “cultured” are used interchangeably when discussing food. They refer to a natural process where sugars are transformed into new products through chemical reactions from bacteria, yeast, and fungi. One of these products is Co2, which provides effervescence in kombucha (and beer!). Fermentation also produces the beneficial bacteria in yogurt, miso,…
Sammy’s Stash, A Secondhand Shop’s Pop Up Event
Stop by the Fireside Lounge in GSU on February 14th from 11am-2pm to shop for FREE at the Sammy’s Stash, A Secondhand Shop’s pop up event. Gently used clothing, kitchenware, houseware, and décor are just some of the items you will find at our pop up shop. This event is open to all SU students…
New Recycling Initiative in Staff and Faculty Offices
Hello SU Staff and Faculty, Welcome back to campus! The Spring ’24 semester has begun and the students have returned with high energy and excitement! I hope that everyone has another fantastic semester at SU. As classes start once again, I want to provide an update on our new recycling initiatives in our major academic…
14th Annual Teaching & Learning Conference
Registration is now open for the 14th Annual Teaching & Learning Conference to be held on Friday, February 16, in Perdue Hall from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The goal of this conference is to bring together teacher-scholars from across campus to share and discuss teaching innovations and best practices. Join us in person for dynamic sessions…
Children’s DVDs and toys needed for Family Study Room
The SU Libraries will be opening our new Family Study Room in early February. We are just waiting for a few last-minute items. In the meanwhile, we are looking for some children’s DVDs and toys to help stock the room (we’ve got plenty of books!). If you have some DVDs that are in good shape…
Nabb Exhibit Opens February 1
The Edward H. Nabb Center presents From Patch to Plate: The Sweet Journey of Delmarva Strawberries. Explore the history and legacy of strawberry farming on the peninsula. This exhibit looks at farming and labor history and the importance of the railroad in making this region the nation’s strawberry capital in the early 20th century. Opens…
Harriet Tubman Living History Experience
Saturday, February 3, 2024Fulton Hall, Black Box Theatre, 11:00 am Living History PerformanceEnjoy a living history portrayal of Harriet Tubman by actor Millicent Sparks. It highlights and heightens public awareness of slavery, abolitionism, the Underground Railroad, the Civil War and other aspects of the life of one of the 19th century’s most celebrated figures: Harriet…
University Student Academic Research Award
The University Student Academic Research Award (USARA) Committee will be accepting applications for the spring semester until February 16, 2024 at 4:30pm. Awards up to $400 are available to help support undergraduate research projects and creative endeavors related to developing and conducting projects, with a faculty supervisor, and the presentation of research/scholarly pursuits at national…
FACULTY MINI GRANTS 2024
Applications are now being accepted for Faculty Mini Grants . The Faculty Mini Grant Program, sponsored by Graduate Studies and Research, provides up to $3,000 to encourage faculty to develop research, scholarly, or creative programs that provide the potential for sustained professional development and extramural support. Additionally, the program is intended to support faculty in…