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  <Title>Join us for spring listening sessions focused on AI and higher education</Title>
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    <p>Have you been seeing more announcements or emails related to AI tools or usage on campus?Do you have questions regarding the recent <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/provost/posts/155412/47ef4/d6448159c677b32830c332c884ca3dfa/email/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fprovost%2Ffiles%2F14081" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">guidelines</a> that were shared on the use ofartificial intelligence (AI) tools in the classroom? Would you like your voice heard, or wouldappreciate having student perspectives brought to the forefront of these conversations relating to AIpolicy and guidelines? </p>
    <br><p>The AOK Library would like to hear from you! If you would like to come together in a safe space to discuss AI use on campus, please stop by room 259 in the Library for two student only,student focused, in-person listening sessions happening soon (please see dates and times below and in our events page). Faculty will not be present, and conversations thatoccur within the space will remain anonymous to protect students' identities. All majors are welcome! </p>
    <br><p>There will be <strong>free pizza and drinks</strong>, and participants will be offered the chance to grab<strong> free swag</strong>, in addition to <strong>bonus library privileges</strong>! </p>
    <br><p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/library/events/150208" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><strong>Session 1: Wednesday, February 25th, 12:00pm-1:00pm (Room 259)</strong></a></p>
    <p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/library/events/150210" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><strong>Session 2: Wednesday, March 4th, 12:00pm-1:00pm (Room 259)</strong></a></p>
    <br><p>We encourage students interested in participating to <u>register</u> and add the individual events to their calendars!</p>
    <br><p>These listening sessions are supported by the AOK Library, in partnership with Computer Science &amp; Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, and the Dresher Center. We thank you for your support!</p>
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    <Title>Coffee Monday's Still Going</Title>
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          <p>Stop by Coffee Mondays to grab a free cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and take a breather between classes.</p>
          <p>Whether you're coming to study, chat, or just refuel, this is your weekly reminder to slow down and connect with fellow grad students.</p>
          <p>Where? Office of Graduate Student Life (Commons 308)<br>When? Every Monday | 10am - 2pm<br>Come as you are — pajamas, laptops, and coffee orders welcome.<br><br></p>
          <h5><strong><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/graduate-student-life" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">FOLLOW OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDENT LIFE ON myUMBC FOR ALL THE INFO</a></strong></h5>
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    <Title>Good Afternoon Commuters (GAC) - 02/3</Title>
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          <p>Take a break and recharge mid-day! </p>
          <p>Join us for <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/ocss/events/149331" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Good Afternoon Commuters on February 3, 2026 </a>at 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm at University Center 312.</p>
          <p>Enjoy an afternoon pick-me-up with fellow commuters and connect with valuable on-campus resources. </p>
          <p>Good Afternoon Commuters (GAC) is hosted once a month and is complimentary with your Commuter Gold Card.</p>
          <p>Gold Cards are a one-time purchase per academic year and can be bought at any GMC/GAC event (cash only):</p>
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  <Title>[Event Tonight] Thrive On: Is What's On Your Plate Nourishing You?</Title>
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    <div>Welcome back to campus, UMBC! Tonight, the Center for Democracy and Civic Life is collaborating with Student Belonging to host <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/civiclife/events/149555" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Thrive On</a>, a dinner and conversation program focused on how we can support our individual and collective thriving. A catered dinner will be provided. The program will be from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the University Center, UC 312.</div>
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    <div>We still have spots available for the program, so if you were waiting to see what happened with the snow to sign up, now's your chance! We would appreciate if you could <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSca3LvjraAmBVT8Jks36ejIr3KzcRcXSHj2QDqbZv7ukqx0ug/viewform" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">RSVP</a> in advance, but we will also accept people at the door. </div>
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    <div>To get the most out of the experience and support the group's learning together, we ask that attendees plan to arrive on time and stay for the full program. Consistent participation helps create the kind of thoughtful dialogue and connection that makes these gatherings meaningful.</div>
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    <div>If you are coming, bring a friend! If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Center for Democracy and Civic Life at<a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/civiclife/posts/155885/9a/c777780f5ed8f8b1437634da9e5b7ddf/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fciviclife%2Fevents%2F147009%2F9a%2F55a363091b4d1081de7d594f56a6c2dd%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dmailto%253Aciviclife%2540umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"> civiclife@umbc.edu</a>.</div>
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    <Title>February GMC/GAC Schedule</Title>
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          <div>February is all about connecting with community, one tasty treat at a time.<br>Good Morning and Good Afternoon Commuters just got friendlier! Join us this February month to share smiles, bites, and moments with fellow commuters.</div>
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          <p><strong>Gold Cards are a one-time purchase per academic year and can be bought at any GMC/GAC event (cash only):</strong></p>
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          <li><p>$5 for Commuter Students</p></li>
          <li><p>$10 for Residential &amp; Graduate Students</p></li>
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          <div>Here's what's cooking this month</div>
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          <div>GAC 2/3: Good Afternoon Commuters</div>
          <div>GMC 2/10: Breakfast Biscuits<br>GMC 2/17: True Grits<br>GMC 2/24: Traditional Breakfast</div>
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    <li>[5:55 - 6:10 p.m.] What's On Your Plate?</li>
    <li>[6:10 - 6:20 p.m.] Two Dimensions of Thriving</li>
    <li>[6:20 - 7:15 p.m.] Values Alignment and Well-Being</li>
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    <li>Respect others and their experiences and opinions.</li>
    <li>Listen to learn, including from people with whom you disagree (i.e. be open to hearing different perspectives).</li>
    <li>Lean into discomfort, and know that growth sometimes means engaging with ideas that are unfamiliar, odd, and new.</li>
    <li>Take responsibility for the quality of the conversation (e.g., participate but also provide space for others to participate). Be mindful of the time and space you are taking up.</li>
    <li>Speak primarily from your own experiences, not from others' experiences.</li>
    <li>Keep your contributions relevant to the topic.</li>
    <li>Treat personal sharing by others in the circle as confidential; the learning leaves with us, but the specific stories stay behind.</li>
    <li>Allow for ragged thoughts; it's okay if every thought isn't fully polished.</li>
    <li>Make room for clarifications, and lead with curiosity about what people are saying; accept that communicating can be hard.</li>
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    <h3>Land Acknowledgement</h3>
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    <div>UMBC was established upon the land of the Piscataway and Susquehannock peoples. Over time, citizens of many more Indigenous nations have come to reside in this region. We humbly offer our respect to all past, present, and future Indigenous people connected to this place.</div>
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    <li>Grilled Chicken Breast topped with tender artichoke and sun-dried tomatoes in light wine sauce with a hint of lemon (Halal and GF)</li>
    <li>Macaroni and Cheese (vegetarian)</li>
    <li>Sugar snap peas, sliced mushrooms green beans, broccoli and carrots steamed with a splash of soy sauce (vegan)</li>
    <li>Rice pilaf (vegan)</li>
    <li>Black Beans (vegan)</li>
    <li>Dinner rolls</li>
    <li>Assorted Cookies and Brownies</li>
    <li>Canned Soda and LaCroix</li>
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  <Title>Legacy Travel System: Final Boarding Call</Title>
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    <p>Dear Campus Community,</p>
    <p>As part of UMBC's continued transition to SAP Concur, we are writing to share important upcoming dates regarding travel reimbursements.</p>
    <h5>Key Dates at a Glance</h5>
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    <li><p>March 1, 2026 – Creation of reimbursement requests from approved pre-approvals in the legacy system ends.</p></li>
    <li><p>March 1, 2026 and after – Reimbursements for pre-approvals in the legacy system must be submitted in SAP Concur.</p></li>
    <li><p>Ongoing – Legacy system remains available for reference-only access to past travel and reimbursement data.</p></li>
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    <p>Effective March 1, 2026, the legacy travel system will no longer be available for creating reimbursement requests associated with pre-approvals in the legacy system. All reimbursements tied to these pre-approvals must be submitted through SAP Concur. As of March 1st, approximately 5 travelers may have trips which will require a reimbursement after returning from travel. These travelers should contact <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/travel/posts/156084/2f8a9/f9f474ff36b8bbb724eee33a1fcc0b04/web/link?link=mailto%3Atravel%40umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">travel@umbc.edu</a> upon their return for assistance with next steps.</p>
    <p>The legacy system will remain up and running for reference-only purposes, allowing campus users to view historical travel and reimbursement records. No new reimbursement requests tied to approved pre-approvals may be created in the legacy system after March 1, 2026.</p>
    <h5>Upcoming Virtual Training Sessions</h5>
    <p>To assist with this transition, the following virtual training sessions are available for travelers, arrangers, and approvers:</p>
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    <li><p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/travel/posts/156084/2f8a9/e8e6ecd4fa262291b7a5293e94f43bb7/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Ftravel%2Fevents%2F149146" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Concur Traveler + Arranger Training</a>: Feb 6, 10:00 AM</p></li>
    <li><p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/travel/posts/156084/2f8a9/528432bf87879f9d4bf9fe35f3947c5c/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Ftravel%2Fevents%2F149658" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Concur Approver Training</a>: Feb 9, 10:30 AM</p></li>
    <li><p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/travel/posts/156084/2f8a9/91bc770e96c7bd9cc44685b1556a8e9e/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Ftravel%2Fevents%2F149659" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Concur Traveler + Arranger Training</a>: Feb 17, 10:00 AM</p></li>
    <li><p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/travel/posts/156084/2f8a9/1b9989a0996eb85c48d88bd61636770d/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Ftravel%2Fevents%2F149147" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Concur Approver Training</a>: Feb 26, 10:00 AM</p></li>
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  <Title>UMBC 3-Minute Thesis Competition 2026</Title>
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    <div><span>The wait is over! Calling all graduate students-</span></div>
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    <div><div>Are you ready to showcase your research in just 3 minutes? This is your chance to captivate an audience, enhance your presentation skills, and win amazing prizes! </div></div>
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    <h6>What's 3MT? </h6>
    <div>The 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) is a research communication competition that challenges graduate students to explain their research to a non-specialist audience—one slides, one powerful, concise talk!</div>
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    <h6>Why Participate?</h6>
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    <li>Gain valuable feedback on your presentation skills</li>
    <li>Build confidence and network with researchers</li>
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    <h6><ul><li>Represent UMBC at regional and national stages (fully-funded travel)!</li></ul></h6>
    <h6><ul><li>Prizes and certificates for top performers! (1st Prize - $500, 2nd Prize - $350 and many more)</li></ul></h6>
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    <h6>3MT competition will be held on 04/07/2026!</h6>
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    <h6>Register <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gearsgsa/posts/156051/4b765/c5694b39945ead853634d8f09025b31c/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fgearsgsa%2Fposts%2F155704%2F50266%2F14d26850367799f83d54541237520712%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fforms.gle%252F42TGSraEbhi4Jzsi8" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a> or scan QR code on the poster below.  Last day is Feb. 6th!</h6>
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    <div>Training Sessions will be held in a hybrid manner in February and March!</div>
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    <br><p>The promotion feature allows you to share content from your myUMBC group to all myUMBC users on the front page, reaching a much wider audience than if it were just posted to a group's page. This is a free feature for departments and official student organizations to use that operates on a first-come, first-served basis. </p>
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    <li><p>To have the option to promote content, you must be an admin of the group from which the content originates. This does not mean you have to be the creator of the post. </p></li>
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    <br><p>To start, you will need to create a post as normal on myUMBC, including your text, thumbnails, alt-text, and any relevant tags. After you hit publish on your post, you may have to refresh the page or navigate to the main page of your group to find the post. </p>
    <br><p>Here you should see a box on the right side with the posts analytics as well as buttons to "Edit", "Copy", "Mark Important", and "Pin". If you are an admin for this group and it qualifies as a department or official student organization, then you should see a purple button labeled "Promote".</p>
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    <br><p>If you wish to reserve a spot but don't have your content fully completed, you can fill a future slot with placeholder information to ensure that it won't be taken. Just make sure to update the post with your content before the date it is scheduled to be promoted or posted. </p>
    <br><p>After these are chosen, they can be managed under the "Promotions" tab on your myUMBC Group page. This page will be useful if you wish to cancel posts, make changes to future promotions, or if you signed up for slots using placeholder information.</p>
    <br><p>As always, remember to look over your post to ensure all information is correct and that any approvals needed regarding posting or thumbnails are received. </p>
    <br><strong>We encourage and appreciate any and all feedback from users. If you have any questions or suggestions on how to improve myUMBC, please contact B. Collier Jones at <a href="mailto:bcjones@umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">bcjones@umbc.edu</a> or schedule a meeting on Google Calendar. </strong>
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    <div><div><strong>Tuesday, February 3rd- 3 PM -5 PM</strong></div></div>
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    <p>If you've never had the opportunity to come to Retriever Integrated Health to see our facility, now is the time! Stop by and meet the mental health, medical, and administrative staff, as well as the Office of Health Promotion staff.</p>
    <p>Learn about the programs and services we offer to support holistic student wellness. We'll also be offering complementary community acupuncture, blood pressure, guided meditation and breathing exercises in the Mind Spa and weight checks, along with tours of the space, information, snacks, and giveaways for those who come by!</p>
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