Join us for the GRIT-X talks at Homecoming 2019
From bioluminescent microorganisms responding to your voice to using data to empower people in their fight with cancer to sustainable research in aquaculture to feed future generations, get a taste of the breadth and depth of UMBC research this Saturday, October 12, 1 - 3 p.m., at our 4th annual GRIT-X talks, held in the new Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Building (ILSB). The event is free and all are welcome to attend.

GRIT-X is a series of fascinating and thought-provoking short talks by faculty, alumni, and graduate students about their research. The ten-minute talks are organized in three half-hour sessions, so come to any or all.

SESSION 1: 1-1:30 p.m.
  • Crystal Watkins, '95, Biology: "Determination in Dementia: Perseverance Through Memory Loss"
  • Kevin Omland, Professor, Biological Sciences, UMBC: "Why Diversity Matters: Gender Biases and the Study of Female Bird Song"
  • Tinoosh Mohsenin, Associate Professor, Computer Science & Electrical Engineering, UMBC: "Micro A.I.: When Intelligence Moves to Low Power Sensors"
SESSION 2: 1:45-2:15 p.m.
  • Premal S. Shah, '98, Biochemistry: "F!@$ Cancer: Using Your Data to Kill It"
  • Lisa Moren, Professor, Visual Arts, UMBC: "What is the Shape of Water? A Cross-Species Artwork"
  • Mustafa Al-Adhami '20, Graduate Student, Mechanical Engineering: "The Quest: Finding Medical Answers From the Unknown"
SESSION 3: 2:30-3 p.m.
  • Gregory Szeto, Assistant Professor, Chemical, Biochemical, and Environmental Engineering, UMBC: "The Frenemy Within: Mining the Wisdom and Ignorance of Our Immune System"
  • Carolyn Forestiere, Associate Professor, Political Science, UMBC: "See the World and Find Yourself: Why Study Abroad Matters”
  • Yonathan Zohar, Professor and Chair, Marine Biotechnology, UMBC: "More People Eat More Fish: Can We Prevent Empty Oceans"
REGISTER NOW »

The event is free, but please register if you plan to attend.

NEW THIS YEAR: GRIT-X will be held in the ILSB, following a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30 a.m. and fun, engaging hands-on life science activities for the whole family. All are welcome to attend.

And while you’re on campus, check out the many family-friendly Homecoming activities.
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By Adam Sachs, Registered Dietitian

 

Caffeine intake is a part of many people’s daily routine, but what is caffeine exactly and how does it have an impact on our body and our health? Now that the days are getting shorter, more and more people are reaching for their morning fix in one form or another. Caffeine is a mild stimulant found in many types of plants such as coffee, tea, and cocoa. It can also be synthesized and used as a food additive. Caffeine is known for its ability to reduce tiredness and increase focus, and when consumed from natural sources has many health benefits. On the other hand, consuming caffeine from certain sources and in high quantities can have some unwanted side effects.

 

How does it work?

Caffeine is a chemical compound absorbed quickly into the blood stream if consumed in a food or beverage. As it gets broken down, it splits into components that react with other brain chemicals. The most noticeable action caffeine performs in the body is blocking certain neurotransmitters (brain chemicals) that make us feel tired. This is why caffeine often makes us feel more alert and can help you wake up in the morning. This also the same process that can keep us awake at night if we have a source of caffeine too close to bedtime.

 

Health benefits

Caffeine has been shown to increase focus and even improve brain function to a degree. These factors obviously have a big impact on our mood and productivity throughout the day. Another important factor to consider is source of your caffeine. Tea leaves, coffee beans, and cocoa beans are all natural sources of caffeine and all have their own set of health benefits. All three contain several types of antioxidants which help to reduce inflammation and can even fight off cancer cells. Caffeine used as a food additive comes without all of the antioxidants, and is usually combined with added sugars and other preservatives (think energy drinks like red bull, monster, etc.)

 

Consumption and recommendations

If you choose to consume caffeinated products, the FDA recommends a moderate amount daily. This is defined as 300-400 milligrams per day. This is the equivalent of about 3-4 8oz cups of coffee, 4-6 cups of tea, or 1-2 energy drinks per day. The amount of caffeine must be labeled on a packaged product, so you are able to keep track of your consumption on a day to day basis. There have been very few reports of caffeine related overdoses, and they usually are linked to caffeine pill or energy drink overconsumption. It is however very possible to go throughout caffeine withdrawal. This can happen from consuming more than the FDA recommendations and usually presents with excessive grogginess and chronic headaches.

 

Best Practices

Caffeine can be a very beneficial and healthy addition to your daily diet. Caffeine from natural sources is highly recommended, and consuming without added sugars or creamer is something to consider. Although it is rare, it is possible to consume too much caffeine but following the FDA standards is a great way to prevent this. Like many aspects of health and nutrition, moderation and more naturals sources are key concepts for caffeine consumption.


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UMBC’s University Health Services (UHS) is working to educate students and the University community about a new CDC report on an outbreak of lung injury associated with vaping. Students who need more information, have health concerns, or want information about smoking/vaping cessation programs can contact UHS at 410-455-2542.


The Basics

  • As of October 1, 2019, 1,080 lung injury cases associated with using e-cigarette/vaping products have been reported to CDC from 48 states and 1 U.S. territory.

  • Eighteen deaths have been confirmed in 15 states.

  • All patients have reported a history of using e-cigarette/vaping products.

  • Most patients report a history of using THC-containing products. The latest national and regional findings suggest products containing THC play a role in the outbreak.


The Symptoms

Patients in this investigation have reported symptoms such as:

  • cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain

  • nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea

  • fatigue, fever, or abdominal pain

Some patients have reported that their symptoms developed over a few days, while others have reported that their symptoms developed over several weeks. A lung infection does not appear to be causing the symptoms.


Remember

  • Do not buy e-cigarette/vaping products with THC or CBD oils off the street, and do not modify or add any substances to these products that are not intended by the manufacturer.

  • See a healthcare provider right away if you have symptoms like those reported in this outbreak.


How Students Can Get Help

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UMBC is fortunate to have so many talented and dedicated Exempt and Non-Exempt staff working in support of our mission. We encourage administrators, faculty, and staff who are familiar with the outstanding contributions of our outstanding staff to nominate them for one of these prestigious awards:
  • UMBC Presidential Distinguished Staff Awards
  • Board of Regents USM Staff Awards
  • Jakubik Family Endowment Staff Award
  • Karen L. Wensch Endowment Award for Outstanding Non-Exempt Staff
Descriptions of the four different kinds of awards and the eligibility requirements for each (including a new Board of Regents award for Excellence in Advancing Inclusion, Multiculturalism, and Social Justice), along with a nomination form, can be found at provost.umbc.edu/staffawards/.

The Staff Awards Committee requires submission of only one nomination letter and completion of a brief nomination form, along with the nominee’s resume or job history form.

Nominations should be forwarded to the attention of the Committee, in the Office of the Provost, by November 1, 2019.

We look forward to the engagement of the entire UMBC community in recognizing, through award nominations, essential contributions toward UMBC’s mission of our outstanding exempt and non-exempt staff.

If you have questions about staff awards, please address them to Beth Wells, Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, at bwells@umbc.edu or 410-455-8907.




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We are in the midst of Tutor Appreciation Week and part 3 of our "Get to Know" series! Today, we're highlighting one of our amazing tutors from the Writing Center. Justin Sherman -- or "one of the Justins," as he says, is a sophomore majoring in computer science. Let's get to know him!

Tell us a little about yourself.
Hi! I'm Justin and I'm a sophomore majoring in computer science. My interests include iOS reverse engineering and debuggers + compilers.

Why did you decide to become a tutor?
I got involved in being a tutor because I'm introverted, and this was a great opportunity for me to meet new people.

What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
My favorite thing about being a tutor is talking to all sorts of people I wouldn't have if I hadn't taken up this opportunity. 

Why should students utilize the tutoring?
There's really no reason not to utilize the tutoring because it's free. You've got nothing to lose if you drop by for half an hour (even if the session doesn't go as well as you'd may have hoped). 

What advice would you give students about how to prepare for a tutoring session? 
There is one thing I ask of students before you come in, and I'm sure I speak for all the tutors in the Writing Center, please be somewhat organized. We're here to help, and a mess of unstapled papers on the table doesn't do much to help the session.

When and where can someone work with you through the Writing Center?
I work 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays if you want to drop by and see me. There's also tons of other great tutors working from 10am-7pm Monday-Thursday (10am-3pm Monday-Friday).

Justin is another one of our great tutors and SI/PASS leaders we are highlighting during National Tutor Appreciation Week, and we appreciate him sharing his passion for writing with us. Remember to follow us on myUMBC to see more in our Get to Know series!
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UMBC’s University Health Services (UHS) is working to educate students and the University community about a new CDC report on an outbreak of lung injury associated with vaping.


The Basics

  • As of Nov. 20, 2019, 2,290 lung injury cases associated with using e-cigarette/vaping products have been reported to CDC from 49 states (all except Alaska), the District of Columbia, and 2 U.S. territories (Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands).

  • 47 deaths have been confirmed in 25 states and the District of Columbia.

  • All patients have reported a history of using e-cigarette/vaping products.

  • The latest national and state findings suggest products containing THC, particularly those obtained off the street or from other informal sources (friends, family, illicit dealers), are linked to most of the cases and play a major role in the outbreak.

  • Vitamin E acetate has been identified as a chemical of concern among people with e-cigarette, or vaping, product use associated lung injury (EVALI).

  • THC is present in most of the samples tested by FDA to date, and most patients report a history of using THC-containing e-cigarette, or vaping, products.


The Symptoms

Patients in this investigation have reported symptoms such as:

  • cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain

  • nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain

  • fatigue, fever, chills, or weight loss

Some patients have reported that their symptoms developed over a few days, while others have reported that their symptoms developed over several weeks. A lung infection does not appear to be causing the symptoms.


Remember

  • Do not buy e-cigarette/vaping products with THC or CBD oils off the street, and do not modify or add any substances to these products that are not intended by the manufacturer.

  • See a healthcare provider right away if you have symptoms like those reported in this outbreak.


Getting Help


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We had the opportunity to speak yesterday with BGE CEO Calvin Butler, Jr. and share the frustration of our campus following multiple power outages. We explained the serious impact of nine outages over the past month, including disruption of research, teaching, administrative work, and the lives of students in residence halls and beyond.

We are pleased to let you know that Mr. Butler agrees that the situation is unacceptable, and he has established a high-level team that will work with Assistant Vice President for Facilities Management Lenn Caron to improve the reliability of service to the campus, beginning today. 

We thank all members of the campus community who wrote to us about the unfortunate impact of the outages in their areas. Your feedback reinforced our case to BGE. We look forward to significant and timely progress and we will keep the campus community informed.  
   
President Freeman Hrabowski
Lynne Schaefer, Vice President, Administration and Finance
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Wednesday, October 9, 2019
12-1pm
Sherman Hall 003


AMOUNT OF THE SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarships of up to $7,500 a year are provided to help cover costs associated with tuition, mandatory fees, books, room and board. A sophomore who receives a Goldwater Scholarship will receive up to $7,500 in each of his/her junior and senior years. A junior who receives a Goldwater Scholarship will receive up to $7,500 in his/her senior year.

To be eligible for nomination for a Goldwater Scholarship, a student must:

1. Be a full-time matriculated sophomore or junior pursuing a degree at an accredited 2- or 4-year institution of higher education during the 2019-2020 academic year,
2. Intend to pursue a research career in a natural science, mathematics or engineering,*
3. Have a college grade point average of at least a 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, and
4. Be a U.S. citizen from the 50 states or the District of Columbia; a U.S. national for those students nominated by institutions in Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, American Samoa, and Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; or a permanent resident. A permanent resident nominated for the scholarship must include a letter stating his/her intent to become a U.S. citizen. A photocopy of the nominee’s Permanent Resident Card, also known as the Alien Registration Card or Green Card, must also be submitted.

Internal deadline for UMBC students to apply: November 4, 2020.

For more info, contact aprilh@umbc.edu


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Women of Color Support Group is a semester-long group.  It is designed to provide undergraduate and graduate students who identify as women of color with a safe and confidential space to obtain emotional support and learn more about themselves in relation to the world. Women interested in exploring identity and discussing challenges and stressors associated with experiencing oppression, sexism, racism, and xenophobia are encouraged to attend.

Day and Time: Tuesdays 2:30PM – 4PM

Facilitators: Whitney C. Hobson, Psy.D. & Ishita Arora, M.A.

Location: CC Group Room

Contact: Dr. Hobson at whobson@umbc.edu

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It's National Tutor Appreciation Week and we want to take time to let our tutors, SI PASS leaders, and peer mentors know how much we appreciate who they are and what they do. And what better way to appreciate them than to get to know them? Today, we're profiling Sierra Grey-Coker, an SI PASS leader with the Academic Success Center! Hailing from Takoma Park, MD, Sierra is a new SI PASS leader for MATH 155! Let's get to know more about her.

Tell us a little about yourself!
Hi! My name is Sierra Grey-Coker and I am a sophomore Math major from Takoma Park, Maryland. I enjoy reading, craft projects, playing a good game of Scrabble, and programming for fun. I am in the Honors College and a Sondheim Public Affairs scholar.  

How are you involved on campus?
My campus activities are quite varied and each allow me to continuously my many interests. As a Sondheim scholar, I serve as a peer mentor and chairperson of the steering committee. As a peer mentor I am able to assist freshmen students acclimate to UMBC campus life, take advantage of its many opportunities and resources and provide support to help ensure academic success. As the chairperson of the Sondheim Scholars steering committee I am able to collaborate with my fellow committee members to provide growth, learning and service opportunities for both the scholars and the program.  I have also volunteered at the Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents (RICA) and College Gardens through service learning practicums with the Shriver Center.

How did you become an SI PASS leader? Why did you want to?
My SI PASS journey started with a nomination from a past math professor. After that nomination, I applied and interviewed for the position.  I was offered the position, however, I really chose to be involved as an SI PASS leader once I considered the great experiences in the SI PASS sessions as a freshman.  I found them to be very helpful and appreciated all I had learned from my SI PASS leader.  Reflecting on those experiences inspired me to want to give to others in the same way.  

What is your favorite thing about being an SI PASS leader ? 
My favorite thing about being an SI PASS leader is being a part of the moment when a student discovers he or she really “gets it.”  The student’s face transforms from a concentrated frown to raised eyebrows and brightened eyes of enlightenment. That is the moment I can tell a student understands a concept with which they were previously struggling.

Why should students utilize SI PASS sessions? 
Students should utilize the SI PASS sessions to help them understand a subject for which they are having difficulty or simply want to practice and improve their skills. I make this recommendation based on my own personal experiences.  In the spring 2019 semester, I was enrolled in CHEM 102 and it was difficult.--to say the least.   However, after regularly attending the CHEM 102 SI PASS sessions, I was able to successfully grasp and understand the material and complete the course (with a nice final grade!). 

Now, as a SI PASS leader, I am able to facilitate sessions with the understanding of, first, what it is like to really be a student who really needs academic help; and second, what is like to receive the help I needed from someone who is genuinely committed to my success.  

I know there are many SI PASS leaders who are just as committed to student success as my SI PASS leaders were last year and I include myself among them.  Students should utilize SI PASS sessions because they will get the support they need from someone who cares.

How should students prepare for a SI PASS session? 
The best ways to prepare for a SI PASS session are to come with an open mind and have the belief that learning the material IS possible.  It is okay to not have questions when arriving, as sessions are for practicing as much as they are for clarifying confusing areas. Coming to sessions with the mindset of always learning something will help you get the most out of your time in SI PASS.

Sierra holds her MATH 155 SI PASS sessions on Mondays from 4:00 - 4:50 p.m. in SOND 204 and Wednesdays from 4:00 - 4:50 p.m. in Math/Psych 012

Sierra is another one of our great tutors and SI/PASS leaders we are highlighting during National Tutor Appreciation Week, and we appreciate her sharing her passion for SI PASS with us. Remember to follow us on myUMBC to see more in our Get to Know series!
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