Research Mentors: Students will be matched with a
faculty/research mentor. Students can learn more about
research opportunity offerings by looking at faculty research profiles.
All students participating in the summer session will also be guided by
advisers outside of the laboratory environment.
Activities: Students are expected to spend a minimum of 40
hours/week conducting research and working with faculty/research
mentors. In addition, students will participate in several program
activities that will allow them to interact with other members of the
academic community and summer research programs at the University of
Chicago:
Weekly Workshops/Panel Discussions: Workshops on how to
navigate the academy, including topics like getting the mentoring you
need, self-care and community, communicating your research, the graduate
admissions process, preparing grad applications, fellowships and
funding opportunities, and study abroad.
Library or Facility tours: Participants will be acquainted
with the shared library, research, and laboratory facilities as it
pertains to their research placement.
University of Chicago Research Symposium: Near the end of the nine-week
summer session, participants will give oral presentations of their work
to fellow participants, faculty mentors, and research associates in a
symposium on campus.
The Leadership Alliance National Research Symposium: Participants will travel to attend the national meeting of the Leadership Alliance to present their work and to network with other SR-EIP participants from different institutions, faculty/research mentors, and Leadership Alliance members and directors.
Recreational Activities: Social activities organized to
acquaint participants with life on the University of Chicago campus and
in the city of Chicago at large.
The Counseling Center is dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of UMBC students, and staff are excited to offer new and expanded wellness resources. We hope you will take advantage of these important tools to support your personal development and help you make the most of your UMBC experience.
New WellTrack Interactive Self-Help Therapy App for Students
The Counseling Center now offers the WellTrack interactive self-help therapy app free to UMBC students. Use the modules to address concerns related to stress, anxiety, depression, and public speaking (this module available only on the WellTrack website). If you want to follow up with a counselor, the Counseling Center staff is here to help. Services are free and confidential for registered UMBC students. To make an appointment, call 410-455-2472 or stop by the offices at the Student Development & Success Center on Center Road (in between Chesapeake Hall and Susquehanna Hall across from Erickson Field).
Download the WellTrack app and register with your UMBC ID for full access; no identifying information will be shared with counseling staff unless you choose the option to do so. Please note that all of the Counseling Center’s screening resources are for informational and educational purposes only, and are not intended as a substitute for professional diagnosis and treatment.
Mind Spa Expands, Moves to Albin O. Kuhn Library and Patapsco Hall
Mind Spa is an important campus resource with self-care tools to help you relax, improve concentration and memory, and overall success as a student. Counseling staff have collaborated with staff from University Health Services’ Office of Health Promotion, Residential Life, and the Albin O. Kuhn Library to make it more accessible to all students. Mind Spa has moved out of the Counseling Center and is now available in two locations: Albin O. Kuhn Library, Room 367, and Patapsco Hall, Room 163. A UMBC ID is required to access either space.
Mind Spa is a quiet space equipped for the practices of mindfulness, meditation, and relaxation, and includes a massage chair, meditation cushions, hot tea, and other wellness resources. You can also check out light therapy boxes from the library location to use in the Mind Spa space or in your room.
Practicing mindfulness and meditation can have important physical and mental health benefits such as increased concentration, awareness, and regulation of emotions. Studies show that these practices have positive short- and long-term effects on the brain. You might begin to notice benefits from your experience at Mind Spa immediately or after a few sessions.
“These resources tap into our goal to create a supportive culture of care and wellness for our students,” says Alayna Berkowitz, who recently joined the Counseling Center as assistant director of outreach and mental health promotion. “There are many different ways to engage with therapeutic resources beyond the in-person setting. The WellTrack phone app is great for a generation that is using social media and apps more than previous generations. Not all students present for traditional talk therapy, and both WellTrack and Mind Spa offer students other opportunities – through a phone app and quiet spaces – to take care of themselves.”
Berkowitz adds that the Counseling Center’s goal is to make sure its resources and programming take into account the complexity of UMBC students’ diverse and intersecting identities and needs.
Learn more about the Counseling Center’s services and resources.
Name: Carol Canales
Internship, Co-op or Research Site: Pacific Western Bank
Position Title: Portfolio Management Intern
Major(s)/Minor(s): Financial Economics
Current Class Level: Junior
Work Term: Summer 2019
Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities.
As an intern for the Portfolio Management Department, I assisted account executives who are loan servicers for health care, real estate, premium or lender finance, and commercial aviation. These executives regularly deal with well known companies such as American Airlines. I am learning how they prepare the invoices, monitor postings, and manage payments. I have also prepared more than 1,000 invoices for the small business lending group, as well as uploaded insurance and interest rate changes in the bank's Portfolio Management System. My main project for the summer was about the company's 10 lending groups and the Venture Banking division. I spent about 7 weeks interviewing 12 people in-person and over the phone and summarized the data into a presentation. I delivered and facilitated a 35 minute presentation in front of 40 people. Although it seemed nerve-racking, the staff were very nice and gave positive feedback. Human Resources also had several workshops and a recent college graduate round table, where new employees gave their insight on the job search process.
Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?
My friend and UMBC alumna told me back in December 2018 that her company has an internship program and asked her supervisor about it the end of January 2019. After receiving an email from the supervisor, I sent in my resume and was given a phone interview the next day. I got an email from an HR specialist on April 10th with the official company flyer and the reference code to officially apply. I applied right away and received an offer letter a week later. I used my friend's resume as a comparison and also visited the Career Center.
What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization?
I enjoyed meeting people from different departments and divisions. It is incredible to see the bond between the account executives and how close the other lending groups are amongst their team. The facilities staff also went above and beyond to brighten everyone's day. From providing snacks, setting up volunteer days to opening up their homes to watch political debates and the Women's World Cup. The Chevy Chase office has a genuine loving atmosphere.
How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?
I am the only intern who goes up to the supervisor regarding any issues I have with my computer or to ask how to assign myself work in my spare time. I have heard other Account Executives admire my desire to learn and take in information by having my notepad and pen with me.
What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?
Be proactive, search for these opportunities on your own, and try to network with alumni in addition to using the Career Center website!
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It’s finally here – Winter Break!
You worked hard this semester and it doesn’t go unrecognized. Now is the time to get some well-deserved rest and relaxation before the spring semester begins.
As you think about how you want to spend this time away from UMBC re-charging, and if binge-watching Netflix (and Disney+...and Hulu...and Xfinity...even Crunchyroll...) just won’t suffice, check out some of the suggestions below:
1. Catch up on Sleep
Did you pull more all-nighters this past semester than you would like to admit? Now is the time to re-establish some good sleeping habits.
2. Do some light brainstorming for next semester plans.
If you found yourself too overwhelmed and busy last semester, consider what activities you may need to let go of. On the other end, if you feel you had too much time on your hands, consider some clubs or activities you may be able to get involved in this spring.
3. Take time to reconnect with family and friends
Tell your friends you cherish them! Keep your support system strong and growing into the Spring semester. Spend some time with the elders in your family learning more about your family history and heritage. This discovery about your family roots can be the inspiration you need to keep pushing forward when the going gets tough.
4. Eat a good meal! Or two. Or three...
Take a break from your typical college diet and use this time to enjoy some healthy meals. And as a note for when you get back to campus, check out these easy healthy meals you can cook up right in your residential hall!
5. Take a day trip somewhere that you haven't been or spend an afternoon exploring your hometown, or you can volunteer in your local community.
The local food bank, animal shelter, or soup kitchen can all be great ways to spend time supporting the community. A quick Google search can help you find hundreds of ways to get involved this January.
If Maryland is home, here is a list of 100 day trips from Baltimore, and places to volunteer!
6. Visit a graduate or professional school.
Whether you are just starting to think about grad school or are actually working on applications, in-person visits are always informative.
7. Set up an informational interview with a working professional.
Find out what a profession is really like and make connections with people in your future field by conducting an interview unrelated to a job search. Sample question: “What are the most important qualities for an aspiring pilot/engineer/dance therapist?” Shadowing can help you determine if a profession is really for you! Keep a journal to record notes from these experiences.
8. Update and upgrade your resume.
Opportunities sometimes come up quickly and you want to be ready with that polished resume. Every college student needs a polished resume!
9. Plan an independent research or creative project and prepare an application for the UMBC Undergraduate Research Award (URA).
The URA provides up to $1500 to support research expenses such as equipment, travel, and materials. Applications are due no later than May 1, 2020. Here is a link to the full details.
Summer internships can provide both $ and valuable experience. The more competitive internships have deadlines in fall, but some are still open in January-March. If you have already missed a deadline, get all the information so you can apply early next year. Some internships are open to recent college graduates.
10. Work on your graduation game plan.
Winter break is an excellent time to create, revise or update your plan. Here are suggestions for a pathway you can take for graduation, and it includes a worksheet to start the plans on! Don’t forget to refer to your degree audit on myUMBC!
Read more about this here.
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Winter Break Closing Information
Eight-month communities close for Winter Break on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 8:00 PM and reopen on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 9AM.
Students in 8-month communities are expected to vacate and complete the below checklist to help ensure the overall health & safety of your room and personal belongings:
RAs will conduct an inspection in each 8-month community. Failure to properly prepare your space and vacate by the deadline may result in student conduct action. For more information about break closing please contact your RA or Community Director.
Late Stay Requests
Residents may be eligible to apply for late stay if their permanent address is more than 50 miles (Distance D) from UMBC and they are:
Residents approved for late stay will be expected to depart by Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 10AM.
If you meet the requirements, please contact Residential Life to be issued the late stay application. Late stay applications are due by Sunday, December 8, 2019 at 11:59PM.
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