Part-Time Jobs The following part-time positions have been posted within the past week to UMBCworks. Login to your account (via the link in the Jobs & Internships topic in myUMBC) and find details and application instructions as well as hundreds of other job postings!




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I’m asking some of the people you might encounter on the UMBC campus, including students, faculty, staff and alumni, to answer a few questions about themselves and their experiences. These are their responses.

Name: Amday Wolde

Hometown: Silver Spring, MD

Q: How long have you been at UMBC?

A: 2 years, in my Junior year this fall.

Q: What is your current title (job or student organization position)?

A: UMBC SGA Senator. Vice President of the Zeta Upsilon Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated.

Q: In 12 words or less, what role(s) do you play on campus? 

A: A scholar who harbors his own opinion of a genius.

Q: What aspect of your UMBC role(s) do you enjoy most?

A:  I enjoy all of my roles differently because they all bring me closer to a different group of people. If it wasn't for my involvement on campus I would not be as culturally aware as I am today. 

Q: What is the most important or memorable thing you learned in college/have learned at UMBC?

A:  The most important thing I have learned at UMBC is that when you are going through your journey in college you will indulge in many new interests that will captivate you, but you must never lose sight of your original goal. Basically there will be many things to learn and things that will take you off of your path to success but you must always remember why you came to college in the first place. 

Q: Complete this sentence: "I am a big fan of __________"

A: Freshboy Entertainment and SoSo Lo Records. They are my favorite local music groups.

Q: Do you have any UMBC stories, little-known facts about UMBC, favorite spots on campus, or anything else you’d like to share?

A: Well, my favorite spot at UMBC is "The Quad" because that is where I was publicly introduced into the Zeta Upsilon chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated. Whenever I walk past it I think of that memorable day. I also enjoy the occasional strawberry and creme frappuccino from the on-campus Starbucks.


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    The Undergraduate Research Award (URA) provides up to $1,500 for undergraduate students to support their research or creative work with a UMBC faculty member.
   

LAST WORKSHOP OF THE YEAR!

Monday, December 5.
12:00  PM
ADMIN  911


    If you are thinking about applying for a URA and cannot attend the meeting, notify Janet McGlynn (mcglynN@umbc.edu) of your interest so you can receive future information about this program.


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I knew from several of my psychology classes that undergraduates should have some research experience before they graduate. My mentor told me that I could do an independent project as an undergraduate student. I thought that would be a really great way to gain research experience while studying something I am passionate about.

How did you decide on your research project?
I decided to do research on meditation because it is something that I have a great interest in and would like to study in the future.

Who did you seek out as a faculty mentor? How did you know that would be the right person? Was he easy to approach?
During a meeting with my advisor, I talked about my interest in psychology and spirituality and wondered how I could combine the two subjects. My advisor introduced me to Dr. Bediako who has background in doing research on different aspects of spirituality and I knew immediately that I wanted to work with him. He was very nice and easy to approach so I decided to ask him to be my faculty mentor for my independent research.

What has been the hardest part of your research so far? The most unexpected?
The hardest part of my research so far has been designing my study. There are so many things to think about and consider when trying to make the methods as sound as possible.

What advice do you have for other undergraduates about the research opportunities at UMBC?
The great thing about UMBC is that there are so many research projects going on. Students here have the opportunity to jump on board with current projects or create their own. I would tell other undergraduates that if you have an in idea about a great study, you can make it happen.

Read more about Mercedes' research, “The Effects of Meditation on Reading Comprehension and Attention” at the link below.
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I’m asking some of the people you might encounter on the UMBC campus, including students, faculty, staff and alumni, to answer a few questions about themselves and their experiences. These are their responses.

Name: Christa Kidd

Hometown: Clinton, MD

Q: How long have you been at UMBC?

A: I am currently in my junior year at UMBC.

Q: What is your current title (job or student organization position)?

A: I am an Office Assistant for the Office of Student Life, Secretary for Y.O.U. (Your Own UMBC), and member of both the Mock Trial Team and Major Inspiration. 

Q: In 12 words or less, what role(s) do you play on campus? 

A: I foster a sense of campus spirit through my daily routines/activities.

Q: What aspect of your UMBC role(s) do you enjoy most?

A:  While working in the Office of Student Life, I have come across people with all types of backgrounds and stories. With every inquisitive student that walks through the doors of my office, I am given an amazing opportunity to interact with someone new. The relationships I have made during my involvement at work and in different organizations has helped me gain access to doors and opportunities I would have never imagined existed.

Q: What is the most important or memorable thing you learned in college/have learned at UMBC?

A:  The most important thing I have learned at UMBC is to make the most of your experience here. You are accountable for your grades, you determine the fate of your college career, and you have to be your biggest fan. UMBC does a great job of having every resource available to its students, but it is not until that initial step is made to want to learn more or be more involved that you can indulge in these opportunities.

There are an endless number of clubs and organizations you can get involved in at UMBC, varying from religion/spirituality to athletic and sports related activities. The Involvement Fest held at the beginning of both semesters was a great time for me to learn more about the clubs and organizations offered at UMBC. The Shriver Center has also played a very instrumental role during my time here. The volunteer/service opportunities you gain during your experience with them are priceless. Lastly, the academics at UMBC are the best in the state of Maryland. The teachers want to see you excel and have a personal investment in your success. By doing something as small as stopping by your professor’s office hours or thanking them for taking that extra time to help explain something to you, you create a special relationship –-- one that isn’t concerned with just getting an A or being the most outspoken, but a relationship that explores the humanness in us all. 

UMBC was waiting for me to take advantage of it, and when I did, my goals for college became much more than obtaining a degree.

Q: Complete this sentence: "I am a big fan of __________"

A:  Food!!! I may be little but I love to eat!!!

Q: Do you have any UMBC stories, little-known facts about UMBC, favorite spots on campus, or anything else you’d like to share?

A: Anyone who knows me well, knows I love sitting around with people and simply talking. I love having “family time” with my friends, and getting to know more about them and what they think and believe. In today’s society I believe technology does a wonderful job of helping people avoid interacting with others with items such as cell phones, ipods, ipads, computers, etc. This leads me to one of my favorite stories at UMBC.

Fall 2011, the power all over campus decided to go out. For those who receive text message alerts from UMBC police, the text arrived several moments after the power went out, as if we didn’t notice. I digress though. My initial thought was “GREAT! NO SCHOOL TOMORROW!” Living in Hillside, there are absolutely no back-up lights like the ones in the residential halls. What we were going to do without our oh-so-precious electricity? No lights, no TV, no computers, it was as if we have traveled back in time. Sitting in the living room, you could hear people from the neighboring apartment’s congregate outside. Having nothing better to do, myself and two of my roommates decided we wanted to take a walk around the barely lit campus. We had a blast that night! The spirit of the campus that evening was indescribable. The people we ran into were extra friendly and the conversation we had with complete strangers showed us that outside the classroom and the hustle and bustle of college life, we are all still everyday people. Not before long, the power came back on and activities resumed as usual. Another great moment to add to my long list of memories at UMBC. 

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