3 Minute Thesis Information Session by Scott Morgan
Chance to win prizes worth of $3000
3-Minute Thesis Competition
Information Session and Training by Scott Morgan!
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!
What's 3MT?
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!
Why Participate?
- Gain valuable feedback on your presentation skills
- Build confidence and network with researchers
- Represent UMBC at regional and national stages!
- Prizes and certificates for top performers! (1st Prize - $500, 2nd Prize - $350 and many more)
Coffee and Donuts will be provided!
Also, get a chance to enter a raffle to win $50 by attending the information session on November. 03rd.
Session will be held both in-person and Google Meet. Register here.
Scott Morgan - The Morgan Group
Scott Morgan has been teaching leadership and communication for over 30 years. His seminars, workshops, retreats and private coaching support science institutions, think tanks, universities, corporations, peace and research organizations from around the world.
3MT competition will be held on 04/07/2026!
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RECAP: TRIVIA NIGHT
Trivia, Treats, and Triumphs—A Night to Remember with GEARS
Our Trivia Night was a huge success!
Graduate students came together for an evening full of laughter, friendly competition, and big prizes. From brain-teasing questions to exciting wins, everyone had an amazing time connecting and celebrating together.
Missed out? Don't worry — GEARS has more fun and engaging events coming your way! Stay tuned and join us next time for more great memories and surprises!
Here are some glimpses from yesterday:
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3 Minute Thesis Information Session by Scott Morgan
Chance to win prizes worth of $3000
3-Minute Thesis Competition
Information Session and Training by Scott Morgan!
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!
What's 3MT?
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!
Why Participate?
- Gain valuable feedback on your presentation skills
- Build confidence and network with researchers
- Represent UMBC at regional and national stages!
- Prizes and certificates for top performers! (1st Prize - $500, 2nd Prize - $350 and many more)
Coffee and Donuts will be provided!
Also, get a chance to enter a raffle to win $50 by attending the information session on November. 03rd.
Session will be held both in-person and Google Meet. Register here.
Scott Morgan - The Morgan Group
Scott Morgan has been teaching leadership and communication for over 30 years. His seminars, workshops, retreats and private coaching support science institutions, think tanks, universities, corporations, peace and research organizations from around the world.
3MT competition will be held on 04/07/2026!
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3 Minute Thesis Information Session by Scott Morgan
Learn presentation skills, get a chance to represent UMBC!
3-Minute Thesis Competition
Information Session and Training by Scott Morgan!
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!
What's 3MT?
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!
Why Participate?
- Gain valuable feedback on your presentation skills
- Build confidence and network with researchers
- Represent UMBC at regional and national stages!
- Prizes and certificates for top performers! (1st Prize - $500, 2nd Prize - $350 and many more)
Scott Morgan - The Morgan Group
Scott Morgan has been teaching leadership and communication for over 30 years. His seminars, workshops, retreats and private coaching support science institutions, think tanks, universities, corporations, peace and research organizations from around the world.
Coffee and Donuts will be provided!
Session will be held both in-person and Google Meet.
Competition will be held on 04/07/2026!
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3 Minute Thesis Information Session by Scott Morgan
Learn presentation skills, get a chance to represent UMBC!
3-Minute Thesis Competition
Information Session and Training by Scott Morgan!
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!
What's 3MT?
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!
Why Participate?
- Gain valuable feedback on your presentation skills
- Build confidence and network with researchers
- Represent UMBC at regional and national stages!
- Prizes and certificates for top performers! (1st Prize - $500, 2nd Prize - $350 and many more)
Scott Morgan - The Morgan Group
Scott Morgan has been teaching leadership and communication for over 30 years. His seminars, workshops, retreats and private coaching support science institutions, think tanks, universities, corporations, peace and research organizations from around the world.
Coffee and Donuts will be provided!
Session will be held both in-person and Google Meet. Register
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Competition will be held on 04/07/2026!
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TRIVIA NIGHT!
Think you’re the smartest in the room? Prove it! Win Prizes!
Calling all graduate students! Get ready for an evening of fun, food, and friendly competition!
GEARS is hosting a Trivia Night, where you can challenge your knowledge, compete in teams, and win exciting gift cards (each member of the winning team will receive a $50 gift card)!
Date: Thursday, October 30th
Venue: UC-310
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Plus, we've got you covered with free pizza and drinks to keep the energy high!
Register now using the link
here or scan the QR code on the event poster to secure your spot.
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Thu, 23 Oct 2025 22:23:30 -0400
Title revealed for upcoming Movie Night
Lights, Camera, Action… and a BIKE?!
The movie reveal is finally here — we're watching Matilda!
Join GEARS and OGSL for a cozy Movie Night filled with free popcorn, pizza, and a bike giveaway!n To enter, just follow OGSL and GEARS on myUMBC and attend Movie Night for your chance to win.
Location: Lecture Hall 1
Date & Time: Friday, October 17 | 6–9 PM
Movie Synopsis:
Matilda tells the story of a brilliant young girl who uses her sharp mind to stand up against her neglectful parents and her terrifying headmistress, Miss Trunchbull. With the help of her kind teacher, Miss Honey, Matilda discovers her strength — proving that courage and kindness can overcome even the toughest challenges.
Stay tuned for more events and don't miss this one — it's going to be magical!
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Writing Accountability Groups (WAGs) Kickoff Meeting - Fall 2025
Join WAGs, be accountable and accomplish your writing goals!
Calling All Graduate Students!
Join the writing accountability group to commit to your writing goals. The kickoff meeting is on 10/03/2025 from 11am - 12pm at ILSB 201 (virtual option also available). Light refreshments will be provided!
Click here to join this meeting virtually.
What are Writing Accountability Group, or WAGs at UMBC?
What: Writing Accountability Groups (WAGs) are voluntary and facilitated by fellow UMBC graduate students
Who: WAGs are comprised of a group of graduate students (usually 4-8 participants per group) interested in developing writing habits and accountability
Why: Develop habits of writing every day for a short, manageable period of time by setting goals and being accountable to WAG peers
When: WAG groups meet once a week for 60-90 minutes for 10-12 weeks. The group finds a weekly time mutually convenient to all group members.
- Where: The group decides on a mutually convenient location to meet, whether in person or online via WebEx or other video conferencing platform
Register with this link. Hope to see you there!
Want to Learn More?