Category Archives: students

Dear Friend: A Note to All for Thanksgiving

To my fellow USG community, As we step into the season of gratitude and reflection, I want to extend a heartfelt acknowledgment of the challenges and chaos that the world has presented us with. In the whirlwind of our college … Continue reading

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Bye Midterms and Hello Thanksgiving Break!!

Hi, Everyone, and Happy Tuesday. Midterms have finally wrapped up for most, and Thanksgiving break starts in a week, so it’s time to unwind, take in the season change, and plan for upcoming fun activities! Are you traveling, cooking, spending … Continue reading

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Daylight Saving Time…Yay or Nay? 

Once again, we have come to one of my most dreaded times: daylight saving. We have to go through this inconvenience twice a year and it’s still difficult to remember whether we lose or gain an hour. Despite being prepared … Continue reading

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It’s Wintertime

This is the first full week of November, and the weather is cold. In the last few days, the commute to the campus has increased by 5 to 10 minutes. In addition, walking the short distance from Student Parking Garage/Lot … Continue reading

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Mental Health

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in how we perceive and discuss mental health. The negative stigma surrounding this topic is slowly fading away, and people are more open to addressing mental health issues. In that spirit, … Continue reading

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Life after Midterms Season

Midterms season left me completely drained, and to say it took a toll on me would be an understatement. As a senior, you’d think I’d have it all figured out by now, but this semester brought unexpected challenges. Balancing a … Continue reading

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USG events happening now!

Last Friday I had the opportunity to be a student speaker at the Smith School Dean’s Board meeting, and it reminded me about why I decided to join extracurriculars and everything that makes USG special. I wanted to remind my … Continue reading

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TESTUDO JOINS USG!

Hello there, friends! Big news for all you Terrapin fans out there – Testudo, the iconic diamondback terrapin and UMD’s beloved mascot, is crawling its way to the Universities at Shady Grove! Today, on October 30th at 1 pm, the … Continue reading

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Which Learning Style Describes You? 

Everyone is different in how they learn and interpret information. Have you ever wondered why you grasp materials better when the professor presents lecture slides instead of just speaking? There is a reason for individuals preferring distinct learning styles to … Continue reading

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Senioritis

This is my last semester of college! I’ve had an amazing time in school, made great friends, and learned so much. But lately, I’ve been excited to start my professional career. I already accepted a full-time job offer about a … Continue reading

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