Celebrating 20 Years of The Mosaic
Join us as we celebrate The Mosaic!
The i3b team is so excited to invite you to join us as we celebrate 20 Years of The Mosaic: Center for Cultural Diversity. While The Mosaic officially celebrates 20 Years on February 2, 2024, we will be celebrating with events and programs throughout the Spring 2024 semester!
In the last 20 years, the UMBC community has seen great growth with many moments of celebration demonstrating the true bloom of our learning, passion, and commitment to cultural awareness and diversity. The Mosaic has been a proud partner in this journey.
Throughout the spring semester, we will be highlighting the past, present, and future of The Mosaic through events, interactive programs, social media and on-campus exhibits. See below for our February 2024 events including our kick-off to the Spring semester. Continue to check myUMBC for coming updates and information regarding The Mosaic 20th events.
February 2024 Mosaic 20th Events
Mosaic 20th Welcome Back Open House
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 | 12pm - 4pm
The Mosaic, The Commons 2B23
Join us as we celebrate the start of the spring semester and the official unveiling of the new Mosaic icon! You may have seen the new icon in the Fall 2023 semester. We are excited to share our inspiration and symbolism for the lotus, our Mosaic 20th theme, and connect with community members post-winter break.
Mosaic 20th Anniversary Celebration
Monday, February 5, 2024 | 6pm - 7:30pm
The Skylight Lounge, The Commons
We invite you to join us for this evening celebration to honor and express our gratitude for the students, staff, faculty, alumni, and community partners who have supported The Mosaic for the last 20 years. We extend our appreciation to all who have been instrumental in creating an environment of cross-cultural education, celebration, awareness, and collaboration. This event is open to all. Please follow this link to RSVP. Hors-d’oeuvres, desserts, and light refreshments will be served. We look forward to celebrating 20 Years of The Mosaic together! Please see our myUMBC events post for more information.
Black Excellence Summit
Saturday, February 10, 2024 | 9am - 3:30pm
The Skylight Lounge, The Commons
The UMBC Black Excellence Summit celebrates the richness of diversity and embraces the essence of unity. The Black Excellence Summit aims to foster an inclusive space where the brilliance of Black identity flourishes, empowering individuals to find the delicate balance between excellence and notoriety. Through profound discussions, inspiring narratives, and transformative experiences, we explore the complexities of Being, Empowering, and Thriving in the context of the Black experience. To learn more about the Black Excellence Summit, please follow this link to find registration information, more about the mission, and committee information.
We Bloom as We Grow: Mosaic 20th Lotus Art Piece
In honor of and as a callback to The Mosaic 15 celebration, join us in this collaborative community art piece commemorating the 20 Years of The Mosaic. We invite all of our UMBC community to take part in this event by decorating and placing a lotus in our "pond", a decorative frame. Each lotus represents our students, faculty, staff, and community members that make up our culturally diverse community. This will be an ongoing event throughout the Spring 2024 semester, please look for our upcoming dates to participate!
History and Mission of The Mosaic
Originally named UMBC's Multicultural Center which opened on February 2, 2004, The Mosaic is dedicated to creating an environment that supports cross-cultural education and collaboration at UMBC. This space was created out of the work of students, staff, faculty, alumni, and community partners who saw the need for a student-centered space for cultural learning and identity development after the disbandment of The Office of Multicultural Affairs. The Mosaic's commitment is to empower all UMBC to be culturally conscious and informed members of our community. Serving as a lounge, office space, and programming space, The Mosaic is rarely empty! Guest frequently have discussions about their hot topics in pop culture, media, or sharing their personal experiences. Opportunities to attend programs in our space such as Mixed Up: The Multiracial/Cultural Series, The Multicultural Leadership Experience (MLE), our So You Want to Be an Ally Series, and our soon to launch peer mentoring program, LOTUS (Leading Others to Thriving and Ultimate Success) allow all in attendance to gather, build community, share knowledge, and learn more about themselves and others. A safe and inclusive space for all UMBC community members of all backgrounds, The Mosaic strives to develop innovative programs and initiatives that celebrate cultural diversity, equality, and social justice. This space is open and staffed year-round. The Mosaic is reservable upon request after hours of operations.
Continue to check The Mosaic’s myUMBC page for more information about the 20 Years of The Mosaic events and programs.
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Intern of the Week: Atharv Amit Abhyankar
Check out Atharv's internship!
Name: Atharv Amit Abhyankar
Pronouns: He/Him
Semester of Internship: Summer 2023
Major: Engineering Management
Current Class Level: Master's Student
This semester I completed a(n)...: Internship
Internship, Co-op, or Research Site (Company/Organization Name): Maryland Technology Internship Program @UMBC Career Center
Location of the Organization (City, State): Catonsville, Maryland
Title of position: MTIP Intern
Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities:
I report directly to the Program Director for Workforce Development at UMBC's Career Center. My internship revolves around grasping the intricacies of managing the Maryland Technology Internship Program. I've been actively involved in recommending improvements to current workflows, employing data analytics to ensure accurate reporting between students and employers to the State of Maryland, and laying the groundwork for the Airtable Automation tool for future projects.
Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?
I found this position while exploring on-campus job opportunities on Handshake, discovering it in the final week of April. It immediately piqued my interest due to its alignment with my background and professional expertise, offering a valuable opportunity to refine my data analysis and process improvement skills. The job description provided a clear reference point for crafting my cover letter. I submitted my application on the same day I discovered the opening. Within a week, I received a response from the Program Director, leading to an interview and ultimately securing the position within another week.
What resources did you use to find your current experience?
Handshake
What have you enjoyed the most about your position and organization?
In my role as an MTIP intern, the most rewarding aspect has been gaining a comprehensive understanding of the entire process and witnessing the positive impact of the program on employers, students, UMBC, and the State of Maryland. The staff at UMBC Career Center, particularly my supervisor, have consistently provided unwavering support, guidance, and assistance throughout my internship and professional development. The exposure and values acquired have significantly contributed to my academic journey at UMBC and prepared me for future professional roles.
How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?
With the backing of my supervisor, I successfully formulated and presented to the UMBC Career Center team a functional framework outlining the migration of the entire MTIP workflow to Airtable. This proposed shift is expected to yield significant benefits, including time savings and the alleviation of laborious efforts associated with handling extensive data. In the current Fall term, I've made substantial progress in implementing this transition, leading to a more streamlined experience for everyone engaged in the MTIP process.
What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?
For those delving into on-campus, internship, or full-time opportunities, I strongly recommend maintaining an open, alert, and prepared mindset. Often, valuable resources like the Career Center's resume review, job postings on Handshake, and the MTIP website are overlooked. These channels, along with career fairs, can serve as unexpected gateways to potential opportunities.
My own experiences during the fall career fair at UMBC underscore the significance of staying receptive. As an international student seeking CPT/OPT accepting employers, the Career Center's career fair directory became an indispensable tool in creating a personalized list of prospective employers. This allowed me to systematically approach each employer on my list. Subsequently, I expanded my interactions to engage with other employers in my field, refining my elevator pitch and gaining insights into their organizations.
This proactive approach yielded tangible results as I secured two interview calls. One came from a prominent pharmaceutical company that actively welcomes international students, while the other, although typically not open to international candidates, made exceptions in my case.
Please provide a short reflection or quote about what you liked most about your position / earning internship credit / working with the Career Center.
Building upon the philosophy of 'Empty your mind, be formless, shapeless, like water,' this mindset has been instrumental in fostering adaptability and a flexible approach to challenges. In the ever-evolving landscape of my internship, much like water taking the shape of its container, I've embraced a dynamic and open-minded perspective.
Through this internship, I've had the opportunity to expand my professional network significantly. The guidance provided by the Career Center staff has played a crucial role in overcoming my communications and confidence shortcomings. Their support has been transformative, enabling me to navigate not only the technical aspects of the internship but also the interpersonal and communication challenges that often accompany professional growth.
Do you want the chance to be the next Intern of the Week? Fill out this form to be considered!
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