January 2023 Newsletter

  • UMB Faculty Create Global Learning Opportunities at Costa Rica Development Institute

    In January, 11 faculty members from five UMB schools engaged in a series of interactive workshops to help them add global elements to courses and other learning opportunities.

  • Henriatta Selle Tiri Scholarship Now Accepting Applications

    The Tiri Scholarship is a competitive full-tuition scholarship program for UMB affiliates/collaborators based outside the U.S.

CGE Events

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UMB Faculty Create Global Learning Opportunities at Costa Rica Development Institute

From January 4-8, 2023, 11 faculty members from five UMB schools engaged in a series of interactive workshops to support their work designing a global course, module, track, clinical elective, or international program.

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President's Global Impact Fund Now Accepting Applications

The Center for Global Engagement is now accepting President’s Global Impact Fund applications for the 2023-2024 academic year. Applications are due March 8.

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CGE Funds Support Global Experiences for UMB Students

In partnership with the Center for Global Engagement, the Graduate Student Association offered GSA Global Travel Fellowship travel grants to encourage and support student participation in global scientific meetings.

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Henriatta Selle Tiri Scholarship Now Accepting Applications
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Maryland and Japan Solidify Close Relationship
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Apply for the Global Perspective Conversation Program

Sponsored by the Office of International Services and the Writing Center, the Global Perspectives Conversation Program is looking for both facilitators and participants.

CGE Events

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OPT Workshop for Graduating Students
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J-1 Scholar Orientation

Join the Office of International Services to review the rules for maintaining J-1 Scholar status, as well as other topics about getting to know the UMB campus.

UMB Global News

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Global Learning for Health Equity Network Accepting Proposals

The Global Learning for Health Equity Network (GL4HE) is accepting proposals for planning grants to help organizations identify, adapt, or implement strategies developed overseas to U.S. communities.

UMB Global News

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World Hijab Day Muslim Women Luncheon

World Hijab Day is an annual event celebrated globally to acknowledge the experiences of Muslim women who choose to wear hijab.

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Don't Miss Black History Trivia Night

Join the United Students of African Descent for a trivia night focused on Black history in the U.S.

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Attend Virtual Black Professionals on the Rise Social
Upcoming African Diaspora Panel
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Celebrate the Black Diaspora at the Pan- African Festival

Join the United Students of African Descent to celebrate the black diaspora with music, food, and an informal fashion show at the Pan-African Festival.

UMB Global News

Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) Conference

UMB and University of Maryland College Park are co-sponsors of the next Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) conference.

Apply Today for Award in Global Health Excellence

The Velji Family Foundation annually celebrates global health education, research and service by honoring individuals and projects that demonstrate committed, creative approaches to serving underserved populations.