2007 MD Day program booklet

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Maryland Day 2007Maryland Day 2007Maryland Day 2007
For updates and more information, check our Web site at www.marylandday.umd.edu or call toll free 1.877.UMTERPS.
COME OUT AND JOIN US
FOR THE 9TH ANNUAL
MARYLAND DAY ON
S AT U R D AY, A P R I L 2 8 , 2 0 0 7 .
MARYLAND DAY!
DATE
AP RIL 28
TIME
10–4
PRICE
FRE E
CONDITIONS
rain or shine
Come out and join us for the Ninth Annual Maryland Day on Saturday, April 28, 2007. This year,
we want to send you, your family and friends on an engaging journey through our diverse world.
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the University of Maryland opens it doors to the entire community so that
you can participate in a variety of hands-on activities or catch exhibits exploring the university’s
hidden and well-known treasures. And don’t miss this year’s “special feature,” the Global Village,
where you can experience music, cooking demonstrations and performances from around the
world and learn about the university’s leading international partnerships and programs.
LOCATION
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www.marylandday.umd.edu
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Please review this program to find out which of the over 400 FREE events will most
interest you and your family. We look forward to seeing you on Maryland Day!
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explore our world
contents
list of sponsoring departments
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terp town center
4–6
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global village
8–9
campus map
Planning Your Day: Use Our Learning Neighborhoods
Take a few moments to review the program and find out about events that most
interest you. To make navigating the university a bit easier, we’ve divided our
campus into Learning Neighborhoods (see map, pages 8–9). Although all of
the Neighborhoods connect you to our past, present and future, we’ve done our
best to consolidate events by areas of interest. Enjoy getting to know more
about the University of Maryland.
terp town center
10
biz & society hill
11
ag day avenue
12–13
Home to the university’s premier library and a central location for campus activity,
McKeldin Mall becomes Terp Town Center for the day. Here, you can learn more about
the university, its 13 schools and colleges, and all sorts of campus services. Visit the original
Testudo, sit by the beautiful Omicron Delta Kappa fountain, catch live hourly performances
under the Big Top and find a bite to eat.
global village
Come see international cooking demonstrations or dance to a different beat in this
year’s new Global Village, located on the outskirts of Terp Town Center on Hornbake
Plaza. Learn how Maryland’s international community and partnerships enhance the university’s
position as a global leader in providing higher education to students from around the world, as
well as its standing as a top public research and land-grant university.
arts alley
13
sports & rec row
14–15
sports & rec row
If you’re interested in trying a new sport or meeting some of the university’s coaches
and student-athletes, then head over to this area. Home to Chevy Chase Field at Byrd
Stadium, the Eppley Rec Center, Cole Field House and Comcast Center, this area offers a
glimpse of top-notch facilities for athletes of all types. After climbing the “Beast” and trying flatwater kayaking, stop by the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center to meet fellow alumni and friends.
science & tech way
Maryland Day has something for everyone to experience and
explore. From workshops, hands-on research demonstrations and the Annual
Red & White Spring Football Game to live music and dance performances,
tours, lectures, petting zoos and autograph sessions, there’s a good chance
you’ll learn something new and find activities spanning a range of interests
that are ideal for visitors of all ages.
Bring your family and stay for the day.
Come to the Kids Carnival at the Stamp Student
Union, stay for lunch, listen to great music and
be sure to sample our famous ice cream!
Check out all the events especially for kids:
face painting, finger painting, insect petting
zoo, sports games at the Eppley Rec Center
and Ag Day. Events for families with young
children are marked with this symbol. H
Prospective Students: Maryland Day
is a great opportunity to check us out and see
why you should choose the best—the
University of Maryland. For Undergraduate
Admissions-related questions, please stop by
the Mitchell Building between 10:00 A.M.
and 4:00 P.M. Look for our sign—you can’t
miss us. Special prospective student activities are highlighted with this symbol.
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Alumni:
Welcome back! See all the ways
we have grown. Visit with fellow alumni
at the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center,
a beautiful home for all Maryland graduates.
Stop by events hosted by individual colleges
and schools, and check out some of the
ways the campus has changed since you
were here last. Tour proud additions like the
Clarice Smith Center and Comcast Center. All
alumni events are marked by this symbol. M
The Global Village on Hornbake Plaza
is our latest addition to Maryland Day.
Stop by to experience the University of
Maryland’s rich, diverse culture and learn
more about our international programs,
communities and offerings. All international
events on Hornbake Plaza and throughout
campus are highlighted with this symbol.
your friends and family and show them why
we are so proud of our world-class university.
www.marylandday.umd.edu
Sample Listing
You’ll notice that all program entries for the day are listed by Neighborhood,
time and topic. The sample below shows you how to interpret each description:
2:30 PM–3:30 PM
Salsa Dance Workshop
Time and Event
Dance Studio 1, Clarice Smith Center
Location
Experience the Latin flavor and sensual moves
of Salsa dance in this beginners-welcome
workshop. ¡Muy picante! A Maryland Day
favorite! Space is limited, arrive early.
see the Building and Location Directory on pgs. 8–9
H M
Description of Event
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Global Event
Prospective Students/Parents
Alumni
Children
Come see where physics, biology, engineering, chemistry, mathematics and more collide—
with wonderful results—at Science & Tech Way. Tour the historic Glenn L. Martin Wind
Tunnel and the new Kim Engineering Building. Join researchers in experiments, view their
exhibits and pick their brains.
biz & society hill
One of the newest academic units, the 20-year-old College of Behavioral and Social
Sciences, is home to some of the university’s most popular majors. It shares this area
with exhibits from the architecture, business, journalism, public affairs and social sciences
programs. Here, experts can assess your career potential, test your terrorism IQ and share
insights on voting in America.
ag day avenue
It all began as the Maryland Agricultural College in 1856 and Ag Day celebrations have been a
university staple since 1924. Our mission, once to teach young men farming techniques, has
significantly broadened. Today, students in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources research
food safety and nutrition, as well as diseases affecting animals and humans. Stop by, spend some
time with the farm animals that still play a vital role and learn about modern agricultural work.
arts alley
Toot your own horn, see how a piano is tuned or take in a dance performance in Arts
Alley. Artists of all types are showcased at the modern Clarice Smith Performing Arts
Center, Tawes Fine Arts Building and others. Be sure to catch musical recitals, theater games
and art exhibits as well.
Getting here
Students, Faculty and Staff: Bring
CSPA
science & tech way
By Car
For detailed directions from your location and for parking information, call us toll free at
1.877.UMTERPS or log on to the Maryland Day 2007 Web site at www.marylandday.umd.edu.
The University of Maryland is located in College Park, Md. Arrive via I-95 (exit 27) or via
Washington’s Capital Beltway, I-495 (exit 25). Follow along exit ramp to Route 1, Baltimore
Avenue. Follow Route 1 South to one of two main entrances to the campus (see map, pages 8–9).
Entrance Option 1: Route 193
After about one mile on Route 1 South, exit right for Route 193 (University Boulevard) toward the
Stadium entrance. Turn left at Stadium Drive (second light) and follow directions/signs to parking.
Entrance Option 2: Route 1
After nearly two miles on Route 1 South, turn right on Campus Drive and follow directions/signs to parking.
Parking
Parking is free. Follow directional signs and traffic attendants to event parking areas.
Please do not park in fire lanes. Disabled parking areas are reserved for vehicles displaying
state-issued disabled permits.
By Metro
We are conveniently located less than one mile from the College Park Metro Station on the
Green Line. On Saturdays, trains arrive every 10 minutes between 8:00 and 10:00 am and every
12 minutes between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Shuttle buses will run every 20 minutes
to pick up and drop off visitors using Metro. The free Shuttle-UM to Metrorail pick-up/drop-off
location is at Stamp Student Union.
Sponsoring Department
see List of Sponsoring Departments on pg. 3
Attendees who need reasonable accommodations for a disability should make arrangements
at least one week in advance by calling the Disability Support Service at 301.314.7682.
Unstoppable.
boast one of the best sports programs in the country. To
We’re one of the nation’s Top 20 public research
help continue on that trajectory, we recently hit a major
universities and one of a handful of public univer-
milestone by raising more than $100 million in scholar-
sities whose computer science, mathematics, physical science and engineering programs all ranked in
www.maryland.edu
We continue to attract the brightest students around and
The University of Maryland is on the move.
That
ships, which puts us closer to our $350 million scholarship
gifts goal, as part of our $1 billion Great Expectations,
the Top 20. We have a renowned faculty that includes
The Campaign for Maryland. These are only a few of the
three Nobel Prize winners and six Pulitzer Prize winners.
accomplishments that make us say … Fear the Turtle.
university of maryl
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Getting Around
You can cover more ground if you use Shuttle-UM, which runs continuously all day. See our
map on pages 8–9 for bus stops. Board our red and white buses, free of charge, at bus stops
along the designated routes. Take the “North Campus” bus for those events located north of
Campus Drive, and the ”South Campus” bus for those south of Campus Drive. Signage and
guides on the bus will help you determine the best stop for a particular event.
Food
There will be plenty of meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase all over campus.
When those hunger pangs hit, here’s where you can find something good to eat. All locations
proudly serve Pepsi® products. DNSV
terp town center
On the Mall
First Aid and Safety
A First Aid station is located on McKeldin Mall or you can visit the Health Center (see map,
pages 8–9). In the event of severe weather or imminent danger, campus sirens will sound to
signal all on campus to seek shelter in the nearest building.
Burgers and Chicken
Quarter-pound hamburgers and cheeseburgers,
chicken sandwiches, veggie burgers, Nathan’s
Famous® hot dogs and Boardwalk Fries.®
Rain Locations
In the event of heavy rain, most outdoor events will move into the nearest building. These larger outdoor activities will move as follows:
Byrd’s Red Hot House of Sausages
Char-grilled Nick’s® Italian sausages, Nathan’s
Famous® hot dogs and Boardwalk Fries.®
Event
Snack Express
Sno-cones, ice cream bars and cotton candy.
From
To (rain location)
The Big Top
McKeldin Mall
Reckord Armory
Jumpin’ on the Mall:
Inflatables for Kids
MCKeldin Mall
Reckord Armory
Nyumburu Cultural
Extravaganza
Nyumburu Amphitheater
Nyumburu Cultural Center,
Multipurpose Room
Restrooms
There are restrooms available in every building on campus. Most buildings are open for
Maryland Day and restrooms are marked for your convenience.
Maryland Crab Cakes
Crab cake sandwiches, Maryland pork BBQ,
Boardwalk Fries® and Baltimore Lemonade.
Terrapin Pan Pizza
Individual pan pizzas with your choice of
cheese or pepperoni, funnel cakes with
powdered sugar.
Near the Mall
Lost Person Protocol
Immediately report a lost person to the closest Maryland Day volunteer (they’ll be
wearing white t-shirts with “Explore our World” on the front). Stay in the area where you first
lost your friend or loved one. Our Maryland Day staff will contact the appropriate authorities and
an officer will come and help you.
The Dairy, Turner Hall
Featuring award-winning University of
Maryland ice cream in cones, cups, sundaes
and milkshakes, plus half gallons to go. Deli
sandwiches, wraps, salads and Seattle’s
Best® coffee.
Information/Locator Service
Need help finding an event? Stop by any of our strategically located Information/Locator
Service booths, staffed by members of our university community (see map on pages 8–9). Here
you can pick-up a Maryland Day 2007 Passport to learn more about the remarkable progress of
this great institution and initiatives that are currently underway to maintain the momentum.
Then collect stickers as you visit each Neighborhood (supplies are limited). Fill out an entry form
and you may win a prize. Plus, enter a free drawing for a chance to win a Dell prize. CVS, UNRL
Stamp Student Union
Chick-fil-A®, Taco Bell, Freshens®, The Union
Shop, McDonalds®, Market Place Deli, Steak
Escape, Sbarro® and The Coffee Bar featuring
Starbucks® and Subway®.
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arts alley
Applause Café, Clarice Smith
Performing Arts Center
Starbucks® coffee and espresso, deli sandwiches, salads, paninis and more.
biz & society hill
South Campus Dining Room
A food court featuring the South Side Deli,
Broiler Works, Maria’s Italian Creations,
Cookies Bakery, Scoops Ice Cream Shop and
Salads—24 feet of soup and create-your-own
salad.
sports & rec row
Byrd Stadium
(During the Spring Game only) Burgers,
Nathan’s Famous® hot dogs, hot soft pretzels
and more.
The Diner
Our largest food court offering: Al’s Grill, CC
Sweets, Sprouts vegan cuisine, Clucker’s
Rotisserie Chicken, the California Deli and more.
Sneakers Café, Eppley Recreation Center
Offering Freshen’s® fruit smoothies, deli
sandwiches and juices.
Tell us what you think about Maryland Day. We are always interested
in hearing what our visitors have to say and are continually trying to
improve their experience on Maryland Day. Look for the Visitor
Evaluation Booth on McKeldin Mall to fill out an evaluation or visit
www.marylandday.umd.edu to take the survey online.
A LIST OF OUR SPONSORING DEPARTMENTS, PAGE BY PAGE
CRS
Campus Recreation Services 5, 13
GEOL
Geology 14, 15
CSPA
GRAD
Graduate School 5
College of Agriculture and Natural
Resources 10, 11
Clarice Smith Performing Arts
Center 12, 13, 15
HCEO
CVS
Conference and Visitor Services 3
ALUM
Alumni Association 13
HLHP
DNSV
Dining Services 3
AOSC
Atmospheric and Oceanic Studies 15
ARCH
School of Architecture, Planning,
and Preservation 4, 10
AGEX
AGNR
ARHU
Maryland Agricultural Extension
Service 11
College of Arts and Humanities
4, 5, 10, 12, 13
OFSL
Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life
4, 6, 7
Hinman CEOs Program 15
OIT
Office of Information
Technology 6, 14, 15
College of Health and Human
Performance 4, 13
OPS
Office of Professional Studies 5
ORRD
Office of Recruitment,
Retention and Diversity 5
OUA
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
5, 12, 14
DOT
Department of Transportation 11
HLTH
Public and Community Health 4, 11
DRL
Department of Resident Life 6, 13, 15
HMRL
Office of Human Relations 6
EDSP
Special Education 10
HONR
University Honors Program 10
EDUC
College of Education 4, 10, 12
ICA
Intercollegiate Athletics 13
PGCO
Prince George’s County 4
IGCA
Institute for Global
Chinese Affairs 7, 11
PHYS
Physics 14, 15
PIPA
Program on International
Policy Attitudes 7
PUAF
School of Public Policy 5
ROTC
Air Force and Army ROTC 4, 5, 10
SLLC
School of Languages, Literatures
and Cultures 5
ARTH
Art History 13, 15
ENAE
Aerospace Engineering 14
ARTT
Art 6
ENCE
ASTR
Astronomy 14,15
Civil and Environmental
Engineering 4
INPR
International Programs 7
BIOE
Bioengineering 15
ENCH
Chemical Engineering 14, 15
JOUR
ENEE
Electrical and Computer
Engineering 14, 15
Philip Merrill College of Journalism
10, 13, 15
JUDP
Office of Judicial Programs 6
ENFP
Fire Protection Engineering 14
KNES
Kinesiology 4
ENGL
English 4, 5
LARC
Landscape Architecture 11
SPAN
Spanish and Portuguese 5
ENGR
A. James Clark School of
Engineering 4, 6, 10, 14, 15
LASC
Latin American Studies Center 5
SSU
Stamp Student Union 4, 5, 6, 7
LIBR
Libraries 4, 5, 6, 13, 15
SWE
Society of Women Engineers 14
MATH
Mathematics 15
UGST
MC
Memorial Chapel 10
Office of Undergraduate Studies 4,
5, 6, 10, 12
MEI
Maryland English Institute 7
UMCC
Counseling Center 4, 10
MFE
Maryland Fund for Excellence 13
UMHC
MFRI
Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute 6
University of Maryland Health
Center 5, 6
National Archives II 5
UMDPS
University of Maryland Department
of Public Safety 5, 13
BMGT
Robert H. Smith School of Business 5
BSOS
College of Behavioral and Social
Sciences 4, 10
BUSR
Office of the Bursar 4
CCP
CHEM
CIM
CLFS
City of College Park 4
Chemistry 10
ENMA
Confucius Institute 7
College of Chemical and Life
Sciences 4,14, 15
Materials Science
and Engineering 14, 15
ENME
Mechanical Engineering 15
ENVS
Environmental Safety 4
ESSI
Earth System Science
Interdisciplinary Center 15
CMPS
College of Computer, Mathematical
and Physical Sciences 14, 15
CPS
College Park Scholars 5, 12
FMGT
Facilities Management 4
NARA
CPSA
College Park Scholars in the Arts 12
FMST
Family Studies 4
NFSC
Nutrition and Food Science 11
CRBS
Center for Renaissance & Baroque
Studies 4, 10
GCA
Institute for Global Chinese Affairs 12
NYUM
Nyumburu Cultural Center 6
GCHS
Gliner Center for Humor Studies 12
OCP
Office of Campus Programs 6
GEM
Gemstone Program 6
ODK
Omicron Delta Kappa 6
CRCR
Career Center 6
UNCOM University Communications 15
UNRL
University Relations 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 13,
14, 15
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explore our world
terp town center
A CENTRAL LOCATION FOR CAMPUS ACTIVITY and home to the
university’s premier library, McKeldin Mall becomes Terp Town Center for the
day. Here, you can learn more about the university, its 13 schools and colleges,
and all sorts of campus services. Visit the original Testudo, sit by the beautiful
Omicron Delta Kappa fountain, catch live hourly performances under the Big
Top and find a bite to eat. Terp Town Center is highlighted in red on the map.
1:30 PM–2:30 PM
Performing Poets and Fiction Writers
Come and see creative writing faculty and
students twist and twirl words in every direction as they present their creative masterpieces. ARHU, ENGL
Philosophical Advice: $.05
The philosopher is in. Bring your philosophical
questions to members of our philosophy
department. Nickels are free. ARHU
BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Get to Know the College of Behavioral
and Social Sciences
the big top
Join us under the Big Top on McKeldin Mall for
live performances featuring well-known local performers and some very
talented Maryland students.
Front Lawn, Tydings Hall
Meet deans, academic advisors and alums.
Learn about our majors, programs and alumni
activities. BSOS
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11:00 AM–11:30 AM
Vid Kid Road Show
CHEMICAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
Chemistry Magic
This looks to be one explosive event. Can you
shatter a rubber ball? Make putty? Will you
see magic or chemistry? Have fun watching
the chemists play. CLFS
Always a Maryland Day favorite! Enjoy Maryland Public Television’s
Vid Kid Road Show featuring Emmy Award-winning children’s host
Bob the VidTech. LIBR, UNRL
11:30 AM–12:00 PM
Maryland Honor Guard Performance
Experience the College of Chemical
and Life Sciences
Programs. Research. History. Celebrate alumni
achievement. The college is on the road to
excellence. CLFS
Air Force ROTC cadets display their teamwork and talents through an
expert demonstration of performance drill. ROTC, UGST
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12:00 PM–12:30 PM
Enjoy the Generics
Don’t miss the University of Maryland’s only all-male a cappella group as they
perform all types of music from rap and rock to pop and old-school classics. SSU
12:30 PM–1:00 PM
On Stage with Faux Paz
CITY OF COLLEGE PARK /
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY
City of College Park—You Are Here!
Welcome to the City of College Park, home
of the University of Maryland. This year we
will be featuring the National Museum of
Language. Meet city government officials,
civic organizations, and regional recreation
tourist agencies. Learn about local services,
resources and points of interest. CCP
Catch the university’s first co-ed a cappella group. Formed in 1992, they
have performed around the country at schools, colleges, private events
and competitions. SSU
1:00 PM–1:30 PM
Vid Kid Road Show
Check out another Bob the VidTech show.
2:00 PM–2:30 PM
We are PandemoniUM
Prince George’s County Invites You
to Live, Work and Play!
Neighboring our nation’s capital, Prince
George’s County is rich in heritage yet connected to tomorrow’s technology. A family friendly
destination, it is home to the University of
Maryland, the National Wildlife Visitor Center,
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and more.
A vibrant and culturally diverse community, residents come from every continent and speak
125 languages. PGCO, UNRL
Enjoy this eclectic, co-ed a cappella group whose repertoire includes
pop, jazz, spirituals and much more. SSU
2:30 PM–3:00 PM
Enjoy the Treblemakers
A must hear! Join us under the Big Top for a performance by the
University of Maryland’s only, all-female a cappella group performing
a variety of top hits. SSU
3:00 PM–3:30 PM
Steppin’ with Alpha Nu Omega
Fraternity and sorority members of the Christian-based Alpha Nu Omega Inc.
take to the stage to give us a taste of what a true step competition is like. OFSL
CAMPUS SERVICES TENT
MCKELDIN MALL
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
COLLEGE AND DEPARTMENT TENTS
MCKELDIN MALL
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Are You Ready for College?
Meet staff the of the Learning Assistance
Service and Disability Support Service of the
university’s Counseling Center to learn what
you need to do to be ready for college. Specific
tips on the math placement exam, information
for students with disabilities, and skills you’ll
need for success are available. UMCC
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Don’t Gamble on Safety or the
Environment
Learn more—thanks to our interesting displays—plus enjoy games and giveaways. ENVS
Employment Opportunities
Explore our world of employment opportunities
at the University of Maryland. UHR
Guess the Amount
Visit the Bursar’s Office and win prizes when
you guess the amount in the money jar. BUSR
ARCHITECTURE, PLANNING,
AND PRESERVATION
Shape our Environment with the
School of Architecture, Planning, and
Preservation
Try hands-on activities that engage young people and introduce them to our environment
including building a geodesic dome, constructing models and more. ARCH
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ARTS AND HUMANITIES
All About Arts and Humanities
Experience exciting events and find out what
Arts and Humanities is all about. Speak with an
admissions counselor, participate in an arts workshop and get philosophical advice. ARHU
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Arts Workshop
Paint, draw, glitter, cut and paste! Exhibit your
artwork in our mini-gallery or carry it along.
ARHU, CRBS
Arts and Humanities Admissions
Meet the admissions coordinator to learn
about the academic majors, extracurricular
programs, living learning programs, and career
opportunities within the College of Arts and
Humanities. ARHU
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Life’s a Carnival
Life science games and fun! Participate in the
Biotech Taste-Off. Can you taste the genetically altered food? Make a microbe and take it
home. CLFS
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN
PERFORMANCE
Cardiovascular Risk Assessment
Identify your personal risk factors and learn
how physical activity can reduce your risk of
heart disease, hypertension, diabetes and
osteoporosis. HLHP, KNES
Getting to Know You: Family Games
The Department of Family Studies invites you
to play a game that gives families an opportunity to show how much they know about
each other—or other families. FMST, HLHP
1:00 PM–1:30 PM
Gymkana Gymnastic Exhibition
Enjoy a gymnastic exhibition by this talented
group of performers. HLHP
Health Know-How
Is your health par for the course? The
Department of Public and Community Health
invites you to meet us on the green to see if
your health and wellness know-how can bag
you a hole-in-one! HLHP, HLTH
Juggling Act
How good are you at juggling the aspects of
your good health? Visit the Department of
Public and Community Health to test your skill
at maintaining balance in your life. HLTH
Jump Start
Do your older children tease the younger ones
about being bigger, faster or stronger? It’s
time to set them straight! Bring them along to
test their jumping ability and compare their
results to age-matched norms. HLHP, KNES
Putting Challenge
Try to sink a hole-in-one and learn about our
Health and Human Performance Alumni
Chapter and scholarship golf tourney on Friday,
August 2, at the university golf course. HLHP
Throwing Challenge
How far and accurately can you throw? Test your
skills and get tips from the experts. HLHP, KNES
What’s a Pedometer?
Stop by the Kinesiology booth to find out.
Hint: It can help you lose excess body fat and
improve your health and fitness. HLHP, KNES
EDUCATION
Bubbles!
Come and visit the College of Education Tent
to learn about the science of bubbles. Meet
student members of Kappa Delta Pi and hear
them explain how bubbles are formed and why
they float. While you are there, have a little fun
and blow some bubbles of your own! EDUC
11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Calling All College of Education Alumni
Are you a College of Education Graduate? Then
be sure to visit the college tent, meet your
alumni chapter board members, learn about
upcoming alumni events and take home a gift
of appreciation just for stopping by. EDUC M
College of Education
Graduate Programs
Explore the different graduate education programs offered by the College of Education’s six
departments: Curriculum and Instruction, Human
Development, Counseling and Personnel,
Special Education, Policy and Leadership,
and Measurement and Statistics. EDUC
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11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Maryland Literacy Research Center
An array of children’s books and “Reading is
Fundamental” bookmarks will be given away
to the first 500 children who visit the College
of Education tent. One book per child—for
children only. Samples of literacy research from
faculty members of the Maryland Literacy
Research Center will be on display. EDUC H
12:00 PM–2:00 PM
Meet the College of Education Deans
Visit with Interim Dean Dennis Kivlighan and
Associate Deans Martin Johnson, Donna
Wiseman and Thomas Weible. EDUC
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12:00 PM–2:00 PM
Meet the Department Chairs in the
College of Education
Drop by to talk with the department chairs
about the many programs offered through the
six major departments within the college:
Curriculum and Instruction, Human
Development, Counseling and Personnel,
Special Education, Policy and Leadership, and
Measurement and Statistics. EDUC
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Thinking About Becoming a Teacher
Visit with Interim Dean Dennis Kivlighan and
Associate Deans Martin Johnson, Donna
Wiseman and Thomas Weible. EDUC
ENGINEERING
Solar Powered House
McKeldin Mall
Humor Your Way to Good Health
Lots of humor based activities, information and
prizes for all ages. Have fun learning about
healthy eating and physical fitness. Presented
by the Gliner Center for Humor Communication
and Health and the Department of Health
Services Administration. HLHP
In the Balance
Ever wonder how surfers keep their balance?
Let us test your “wave-riding” potential and
show you how your senses keep you in
equilibrium. HLHP, KNES
See solar power in action. Learn about the
2007 Solar Decathlon and how we are
designing and building UM’s entry for the
competition. ARCH, ENCE, ENGR
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Campus Master Plan: 150+ Years
in the Making
Learn how the campus looked in the past and
how it will grow and change over the next 20
years, including open spaces, transportation,
and new and renovated buildings. FMGT
university of maryland
GRADUATE SCHOOL
Graduate Study at Maryland:
Infinite Possibilities
Explore your opportunities for post-graduate
study with representatives from the Graduate
School. All visitors will receive a small token
of appreciation. GRAD, ORRD
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11:00 AM–1:00 PM
The Life of a Maryland
Graduate Student
Meet with representatives from the Graduate
Student Government and Office of Graduate
Student Life to discuss the lives of graduate
students at Maryland. Learn about the
extracurricular programs, resources and perks
available to our graduate students. GRAD
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Meet the Deans and Ombudsperson
of the Graduate School
Meet the Deans and Ombudsperson of the
Graduate School to discuss how to prepare for
graduate school. They will share general tips on
the application, admissions, and funding opportunities at Maryland and nationwide. GRAD
Office of Professional Studies
McKeldin Mall
As one of the nation’s leaders in professional
education and the mid-Atlantic’s top-ranked
public university, the University of Maryland
offers innovative graduate programs in some
of the fastest growing fields. Designed for the
working professional, our new graduate
Masters and Certificate programs use the latest tools and technology to make learning
convenient and customized to your needs.
Distinguish yourself with a graduate professional degree or certificate from the
University of Maryland. OPS
F-16 Pilot Equipment
Come see the equipment F-16 pilots wear to
overcome the demanding effects of high “g”
flight. ROTC, UGST
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
TERPS Plinko
College Park Scholars alumni, friends and
family, come meet and greet with your
fellow Scholars and play TERPS Plinko! The
“Price Is Right” game has been remixed for
the Scholars crew and is fun for all ages.
Come on down to win some prizes and have
some fun! CPS, UGST
The Cultural Climate Project
Participants from the Pre-College Programs in
Undergraduate Studies share their research
findings on this year’s cultural study, Puerto
Rico’s celebration of Carnaval de Guayama. The
local festival celebrates and honors Puerto
Rico’s African history through stories and legends. Students also studied the ecosystems of
Puerto Rico while creating linkages between
the native ancestors and the symbolic and practical uses of the land and animals. UGST
Welcome to the Office of
Undergraduate Studies
Visit the Division of Undergraduate Studies
for information on Academic Achievement
Programs, College Park Scholars, Scholars
Alumni Association, National Scholarship
Office, First Year Programs, the Maryland
Center for Undergraduate Research, Beyond
the Classroom, University Honors, CORE
Liberal Arts and Science Studies Program,
Letters and Sciences, Global Communities
Program, ROTC programs and more. UGST
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ON OR NEAR THE MALL
NATIONAL ARCHIVES
National Archives and Records
Administration
Explore the United States past at the National
Archives. Interact with Archives staff and see
copies of the Charters of Freedom: Declaration
of Independence, Constitution of the U.S.,
and the Bill of Rights. Learn more about your
nation’s heritage through interactive displays,
publications and games. NARA
PUBLIC POLICY
Trivia Anyone?
Come learn about how earning a degree
from the Maryland School of Public Policy
can change the world. Meet the Deans and
see if you can answer a policy trivia question
to win a prize! PUAF
PUBLIC SAFETY
KidPrint: Fingerprinting Your Kids
Bring your kids for complimentary photos and
fingerprints by Public Safety personnel.
Reservations required, please call 301.405.3555
to secure your spot. UMDPS H
Police Exhibit on the Mall
Join us for a display of police-related equipment
staffed by public safety personnel. UMDPS
EVENTS LISTED BY START TIME
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
College 101: Understanding the
College Admissions Process
0135 Reckord Armory
Here’s an opportunity to experience how college admissions decisions are made and what
you can do to improve your future college
aspirations. OUA
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10:00 AM–11:30 AM
Katherine Anne Porter Room
Open House
Porter Room, Hornbake Library
Curator of Literary Manuscripts, Beth Alvarez,
will be available to give guided tours of the
room. LIBR
10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Science Adventure
Footnotes Café, McKeldin Library
Come explore science. Let’s play detective and
solve a science mystery. Learn about what forces
drive nature and the solar system. LIBR H
UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES
Air Force ROTC
Air Force ROTC cadets and cadre members
will host informational activities and a mutimedia display. ROTC, UGST
Army ROTC—Learn, Lead, Succeed!
Visit the Army ROTC Program. View videos
and equipment in the Army’s state-of-the-art
mobile theatre HUMVEE and interact with
cadets. Experience Army ROTC at the
University of Maryland. ROTC, UGST
Get the Facts on Insurance in the State of Maryland
The Maryland Insurance Administration is the state agency that regulates the
business of insurance in Maryland. Representatives will be on hand to distribute informational brochures regarding all types of insurance, answer your
insurance-related questions and discuss your insurance-related concerns. UNRL
Maximize Your Finances Today & Secure Your Future
A successful financial future begins with knowledge and a personalized plan.
Meet AIG VALIC financial experts, ask your questions, and get informed so you
can secure your financial future. Learn about diversification, asset allocation and
investment strategies. All university employees who visit the AIG VALIC table
can register to receive a FREE, no obligation, personal retirement plan. UNRL
Paying for College with Nelnet
Nelnet can answer your questions and simplify the financial aid process. Visit the
Nelnet table with the bright purple balloons and learn about our College Planning,
Health Education, and Alumni Affinity programs. Nelnet is awarding $7,500 in scholarships on Maryland Day—make sure you sign up for your chance to win. UNRL
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Pick Your Favorite T-shirt Design and Win Exciting Terp Tees Prizes!
Visit us and vote for your favorite t-shirt design and register for a chance to
win Terp Tees prizes and discounts! The event is sponsored by Terps Tees.
Visit www.terptees.com to see the designs and vote on-line. UNRL
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Language House Open House
12:30 PM–2:00 PM
Cricket Game
0105 St. Mary’s Hall
Engineering Fields
Families, prospective students and alumni can
take a tour of the Language House and participate in activities sponsored by nine different
language clusters. ARHU, SLLC
Come down to the Engineering Field between
12:30 PM and 2:00 PM to watch some great
games of cricket immediately following the
12:00 PM cricket demo. CRS
11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Latin Flavor! Sabor Latino
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Sesion Informativa en Español
Outdoor, Holzapfel Hall
Visitor Center
Explore Latin American and Caribbean culture.
Learn about us with trivia games, dance,
music and fun! The student association,
Enlaces Latino Americanos, invited the
“Pacha-Ma-ma” Bolivian Dancing Troop and
the UM Salsa Club to perform. In addition,
Latino radio station, VIVA 900, will bring
Spanish music, raffles, games and giveaways.
Spanish TV station, TELEMUNDO, will also be
with us. Explora la cultura de Latinoamérica,
aprende con juegos de trivia, disfruta su música
y diversión. La asociación de estudiantes, ELA
traerá al grupo de danza Boliviana “Los Pacha
Ma-ma” y al Club de Salsa de la Universidad de
Maryland, ¡ven y baila con nosotros! Además,
nos acompañará VIVA 900 con la mejor música
del momento, rifas, juegos y premios, así como
TELEMUNDO. ¡Te esperamos! LASC, SPAN
Una presentacion de una hora sobre la
Universidad para las familias y estudiantes
que desean hacer sus estudios universitarios
en la Universidad de Maryland. An hour long
introduction to the university, presented in
Spanish, for prospective undergraduate students and their families. OUA
0135 Reckord Armory
Learn how to finance your college education,
including grants, loans, scholarships, and federal work-study programs. OUA
12:00 PM–12:30 PM
Cricket Anyone?
11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Paying for College
11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Shakespeare on Your Feet
0103 Francis Scott Key Hall
Come and work on a few powerful passages
from Shakespeare. By giving voice to
Shakespeare’s writings, we’ll see how he
embodies so much of what we know about
being human. ARHU, ENGL
Engineering Fields
Have you ever wondered how to play cricket?
Now is your chance! Join us on the Engineering
Fields for a live demonstration. CRS
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Preparing for College
0135 Reckord Armory
An opportunity for middle school students to learn
how to prepare for success in college. OUA
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House Detectives: Uncovering the
History of Your Old House
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Transfer Student Information Session
First Floor, Hornbake Library
Visitor Center
Ever wonder about your house’s past? The
National Trust Library staff can help you find
out how to start searching for the real story
behind your home. LIBR
Want to transfer to Maryland? Learn how to
transfer credits and successfully complete the
admissions process. OUA
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1:30 PM–2:30 PM
Maryland Poets Laureate Poetry
Readings
Volunteers will read from the works of the
Maryland Poets Laureate. LIBR
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
Health Center Peer and Volunteer
Reunion
0142 Health Center
A reception honoring former University Health
Center peer educators and volunteers.
Reunite with old friends! UMHC M
11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Music from the Saturday
Morning Quartet
The Saturday Morning Quartet will perform
a program of early European music, including
the work of Caroubel, Praetorius, and Telemann
as well as a selection from Katherine Anne
Porter’s French Song-Book. LIBR
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BUSINESS
Discover Smith Around the World!
Discover the Smith School’s top-ranked undergraduate and graduate business programs in
our internationally themed tent. Explore programs offered by the Smith School around the
world including those in China, Switzerland,
and Tunisia. Free gifts for visitors! BMGT
FRIENDS AND SUPPORTERS TENT
MCKELDIN MALL
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
Up-Close Information Session
Visitor Center
An hour-long presentation about admission to
the university for prospective undergraduate
students and their families. OUA
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2:30 PM–4:00 PM
Katherine Anne Porter Room
Open House
Curator of Literary Manuscripts, Beth Alvarez,
will be available to give guided tours of the
room. LIBR
3:00 PM–4:00 PM
The Graduate School
Information Session
2101 Lee Building
The Graduate School invites prospective students to attend a brief presentation to learn
about our highly ranked graduate programs,
wonderful facilities and exciting location. The
presentation will also include an overview of
the University of Maryland’s online graduate
application, admissions process and funding
opportunities. GRAD
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Residence Hall Tours
ON OR NEAR THE MALL
ALL DAY EVENTS: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Join us for an inside look at living on campus.
Meet members of the Department of
Resident Life and get a tour of these
traditional buildings. DRL
Anime!
Ground Floor, Hornbake Library
Enjoy a celebration of Japanese animation,
sponsored by the Terrapin Anime Society and
Nonprint Media Services. LIBR
BB&T: Your Credit, Your Future
Visitor Center
What does your credit look like? Learn
how to pull your free credit report and how
information reported may affect your future
credit needs. BB&T staff will be on hand
to share financial literacy and homebuyer
education information. UNRL
Broadcasting Archives Open House
Third Floor, Hornbake Library
Tour the Broadcasting Archives and see
archival treasures documenting the history of
public broadcasting and early commercial
radio and television. LIBR
C is for Crayon
Kids can color their favorite Sesame Street
characters at the National Public Broadcasting
Archives. LIBR H
Campus Walking Tours
Mitchell Building
Explore the campus during a leisurely onehour walk led by a student tour guide. Tours
will leave every half hour. UGST
Discover the Gemstone Program
McKeldin Mall
Come meet students and staff from this fouryear undergraduate research program. Learn
about current projects like the preserve the terrapin program, and join in an activity. ENGR, GEM
Enjoy Music by MIX 107.3
McKeldin Mall
Stop by and say hello to representatives from
this very popular Washington area radio station.
Special thanks to MIX 107.3 for its support of
Maryland Day. UNRL
Explore the Adaptive Technology Lab
1103 McKeldin Library
See demonstrations of Closed Caption
Television (CCTV) magnification, Teletypewriter
(TTY) communication and tactile graphics production. Hear how reading, dictation, and organizational software help students. Create your
own tactile graphic souvenir. See your name in
Braille. Take the tactile challenge. LIBR
Film Showcase
Ground Floor, Hornbake Library
Films produced by University of Maryland faculty and staff will be playing at Nonprint
Media Services on Dial Access, our electronic
distribution and playback system. LIBR
Firefighting Around the World
Mitchell Fields
Experience first hand how fire and emergency services have integrated 21st century
technology into training and operations
around the globe. MFRI
Fun at the Fountain
McKeldin Mall
Children are invited to fish for rubber ducks in
the ODK Fountain. Win prizes! ODK H
Encompassing unpublished works of prose
and poetry, manuscripts and drafts, personal
memorabilia, and rare published volumes, this
exhibit highlights the works of Maryland’s
Poets Laureate, particularly the lives of Reed
Whittemore and Roland Flint, whose papers
the Libraries hold. The exhibit’s curator will be
on hand periodically throughout the day to
answer questions. LIBR
Lobby, Dorchester Hall
STAMP STUDENT UNION EVENTS
MCKELDIN MALL
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Art & Learning Center Open House
B0107 Stamp Student Union
Bring in rare books for informal appraisals and
learn how to research book values. LIBR
Stop by the Art & Learning Center with
demonstrations by guest artists, and even create
your own art. Lots of free arts and crafts projects for the entire family to enjoy. OCP, SSU
Stump the Curator
Take a Terrapin Home
Balloon Artists and Jugglers
Integrity is Universal
First Floor, Lobby Hornbake Library
Campus Drive Side, Stamp Student Union
2112 Mitchell Building
Create your own Diamondback Terrapin to
take home. LIBR
Balloon artists and jugglers perform acts of
wonder to thrill all audiences! OCP, SSU
The World in Gov Docs
Kids Carnival
4118 McKeldin Library
Grand Ballroom, Stamp Student Union
Check out our collection of international maps
and other federal government information
with a global focus. Plus, free maps and kids
map activities. LIBR
Don’t miss the fun. Participate in carnival
games, face painting, crafts and more. Win
prizes too! OFSL, SSU H
Come learn more about how integrity is a
universal value. University Student Judiciary
members will be present to assist in craft
activities for kids and the whole family. Other
activities will help educate how we can all
act with integrity. Free give-a-ways will be
provided (while supplies last.) JUDP
Sallie Mae Information Session
Make Your Very Own Book
Lobby, Hornbake Library
Make your own miniature book using the
Japanese side-sewing technique. LIBR
Maryland Public Television: At Home
in Hornbake
Come over to Hornbake Library, where the
archives of Maryland Public Television are
held, and meet members of the MPT family.
Learn about MPT’s educational and children’s
programming, and what they’re doing to connect with the community. LIBR
The World is Yours: University Career
Center Fun & Games
Hornbake Library, Plaza Entrance
Join us for international career-related games
and activities for all ages. Parents, encourage
your kids to explore the world as they enjoy
fun and educational activities. Allow our caricature artist to create a snapshot of your child
in their dream job. Ten-minute résumé critiquing sessions will be held for current UM
students and alumni. Be sure to bring a
résumé to receive helpful feedback. CRCR
Meet the Turtle
Dorchester Hall
Come meet “Champions All”! Test your
knowledge of Maryland sports by identifying
the turtle’s images of past and present teams,
fans, and stadiums. If you get stuck you can
ask the artist. LIBR
Are you or someone you know college
bound? Are you interested in learning about
the latest technologies designed to keep college students connected and networked for
success? Meet Office of Information
Technology staff, ask questions about
Maryland’s high-tech learning environment
and learn about tech support for students on
campus. Tour DELL’s “Totally Tech’d-Out
Student Residence Hall” and see a hands-on
display of technologies that equip college students with all they need to score top in their
class. Plus, enter a free drawing for a chance
to win a DELL Axim Pocket PC. OIT, DRL
McKeldin Mall
Come see a visual history of diversity at the
University of Maryland and talk to administrators about diversity efforts and programs at
Maryland. HMRL
Nonprint Media Services Open House
Stop by and visit with representatives from
Sallie Mae, the nation’s leading provider of saving and paying-for-college programs. Sallie Mae
and its subsidiaries offer debt management
services as well as business and technical products to a range of business clients, including
higher education institutions, student loan guarantors, and state and federal agencies. UNRL
Senior Council & Dell Present Photos
with Kermit!
Front, Patio, Stamp Student Union
Tour a Totally Tech’d Out Student
Residence Hall
A Model Excavation
Food Court, Stamp Student Union
Take home a Dell souvenir picture of you with
Kermit the Frog and Jim Henson at the commemorative statue. Plus, enter a free drawing
for a chance to win a DELL prize. SSU, UNRL
Sharing our Student Talent
Baltimore Room, Stamp Student Union
Students showcase their talent. A Capella
groups, martial arts, music, dance and more!
OCP, SSU
Terrific TerpZone
TerpZone (Basement Level), Stamp Student Union
Try your luck knocking down color bowling
pins in the newly renovated TerpZone! Video
games, billiards, Subway restaurant, and a big
screen TV are also available. OCP, SSU
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Visit Nonprint Media’s facilities on the ground
floor of Hornbake Library. We will be playing
programs relevant to the university on our Dial
Access system and allowing visitors to view
our collection. LIBR
Nyumburu Cultural Extravaganza
Experience the Nyumburu Amphitheater with
the African Student Association Dance Troupe,
a Tae Kwon Do Demonstration, the Carribean
Student Association Dance Group, ”Dynamic”
Colours, NOISE, Camp Shule Steppers, Gospel
Ensembles, other student groups and professional
artists. Join us on the Nyumburu Terrace for
food, popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones. We'll
also have a stiltwalker, clown, moonbounce and
other children's activities. NYUM
Perform Your Own Radio Show
Bring your best radio voice. Scripts, microphones and sound effects will be provided.
Participants will be given a recording of their
radio debut. LIBR
Preserving Your Family Treasures
Come learn strategies for preserving your
family books, papers and memorabilia.
Experts will be on hand to show you the do’s
and don’ts of preserving your treasures. LIBR
Try Your Hand at East Asian Crafts
and Games
Fourth Floor, McKeldin Library
View demonstrations of calligraphy in
Chinese, Japanese and Korean; make Origami
figures; and try your hand at traditional
Chinese-character paper cutting and writing
Japanese Haiku poetry. LIBR
University Health Center Tent
St. Mary’s Hall
Make “Fun Food for Kids”, have a mocktail,
get your blood pressure taken, and learn
about international travel immunization
requirements. UMHC
Tour the Terrapin Technology Store
Stamp Student Union
Stop by the new Terrapin Technology Store on
the ground floor of the Stamp Student Union.
Store representatives will be on hand to
answer questions and showcase products.
Check out the latest from Dell and Apple,
including iPods! OIT
Union Gallery Exhibit—Midpoint:
Second Year MFA Candidates
Union Gallery, Stamp Student Union
Enjoy an exhibition of artwork created by
University of Maryland Master of Fine Arts
students. ARTT, OCP, SSU
Wandering Magician
Throughout the Building, Stamp Student Union
Stop by the Student Union and catch the wandering magician entertaining and wowing audiences of all ages. OCP, SSU
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Come see international cooking demonstrations or dance to a
different beat in this year’s new Global Village located on Hornbake Plaza—just
on the outskirts of Terp Town Center. Learn about how Maryland’s international
community and partnerships help enhance the university’s position as a global
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Village is part of Terp Town Center and is highlighted in blue on the map.
10:00 AM–10:30 AM
Maryland Day 2007 Global Village
Opening Ceremony
Hornbake Plaza
Join us for the official opening of Maryland
Day 2007. Enjoy an international parade of
flags, a presentation of the Colors by the
Army and Air Force ROTC and opening
remarks by President Mote. UNRL
America’s Indigenous Nations
International Tent, Hornbake Plaza
Join members of the American Indian
Student Union and learn steps from a traditional women’s Fancy dancer or phrases and
words in the language of some of America’s
Indigenous Nations. SSU
Learn About Chinese Culture
Learn about the Confucius Institute and the
Institute for Global Chinese Affairs. Discover
your sign according to the Chinese Zodiac,
receive a unique Chinese name, and take
part in a traditional temple activity called
“Pick A Stick,” and receive special Chinese
prizes. CIM GCA
Maryland English Institute Culture Fair
Maryland English Institute students come
from around the world, contributing to the
diversity of the University of Maryland.
Throughout the day, students from several
countries will present unique aspects of their
various cultures. Visitors will be able to enjoy
visual expressions of culture, see students in
their native dress, learn a song in another
language, play a game from another part of
the world, and take home their names written in another language. MEI
Meet World Public Opinion
Global Village Performance Stage
Hornbake Plaza
Have you ever wondered what people in far
away places think about American values?
Can you guess which country is viewed
most favorably in the world? Find the
answers to these questions and many more
at the WorldPublicOpinion.org booth in the
Global Village. The University of Maryland’s
Program on International Policy Attitudes is
at the forefront of world public opinion
research and analysis. Come find out what
all the talk is about. PIPA
Come and enjoy live performances that highlight the University of Maryland’s
diverse and talented community. Special thanks to one of the area’s best Latino
radio stations, VIVA 900 AM, for emceeing our Global Village Performance Stage.
Traveling Terps
10:30 AM–10:45 AM
Traditional Chinese Lion dance presented by Maryland students.
10:45 AM–11:00 AM
The Filipino Student Association presents Burong Talo, which is
a form of martial arts interpreted in dance.
11:30 AM—NOON
Join Traveling Terps, the organization for students with international interests, and the
Study Abroad Office, as we provide a window to the world. Help select winners for
our study abroad student photo contest and
win prizes for correctly guessing where they
traveled. Design a flag based on your
favorite from the parade of nations or create
your own design to take with you. Pose for
an international themed photograph and add
it to our collage of diverse faces. Tap your
toes to the beat of world music and identify
the country of origin. Drop by and think
beyond your borders! INPR
12:30 PM–12:45 PM
12:45 PM–1:00 PM
Dances of the Caribbean by the Caribbean Student Association.
A trio of Latin American dances by the Pacha Ma-Ma Bolivian
Dance Troupe, the Salsa Club, and the Tango Club.
2:30 PM–2:45 PM
Tai Chi demonstration presented by Phoenix Liu and
Language House students.
3:30 PM–4:00 PM
Travel Abroad photo contest winners announced by
the Study Abroad Office.
International Cooking Stage
Hornbake Plaza
Move over Emeril and Rachael Ray, it’s time to highlight the culinary talents here
at the University of Maryland. Join members of our Dining Services team as they
cook up their favorite international dishes. Learn how to make these worldly
delights and take home the recipes to impress your family and friends. And later
in the day, ABC-2 News Anchor and University of Maryland alum Mary Beth
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Potato Pancakes from Poland & Russia
From Poland and Russia, these potato pancakes, also known
as latkes or latkas, are a favorite. See how these fried cakes of
grated potato and egg are made.
Omelet Sushi from China
Find out how to make this traditional Chinese dish that combines
sushi, rice and other authentic fillings.
1:00 PM–1:30 PM
Jerk Chicken from Jamaica
This Jerk style of cooking is native to Jamaica. Learn how to make
chicken that is dry-rubbed with a fiery Jamaican jerk spice.
2:00 PM–2:30 PM
Roti and Curry from Guyana
Learn how to make this traditional Guyanese dish of flat bread
eaten with a mixture of curry and spices.
3:00 PM–3:30 PM
Pakora from India
You’ll want to learn how to make these fresh vegetables dipped in
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Denton Hall
Dorchester Hall
Ellicott Diner
(Glenn L. Martin Hall)
Engineering Fields
Engineering Lab Building
Eppley Recreation Center
G-3
H-2
F-2
F-2
J-5
G-4
E-5
K-2
E-2
J-3
D-5
C-5
E-5
J-4
Francis Scott Key Hall
Fraternity Row Field
Geology Building
Glenn L. Martin Building
Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel
Golf Course Clubhouse
Greenhouse
Health and Human
Performance Building
Health Center
Holzapfel Hall
Hornbake Library
Hornbake Plaza
J.M. Patterson Building
Jiménez Hall
Journalism Building
Kim Engineering Building
LeFrak Hall
Manufacturing Building
D-3
A-4
E-4
D-5
D-5
K-1
K-5
H-5
E-3
D-3
E-4
E-4
F-5
E-3
D-2
F-5
C-2
G-5
Marie Mount Hall
C-3
Mathematics Building
D-4
MCKeldin Library
D-2
MCKeldin Mall
D-3
Memorial Chapel
B-3
Mitchell Building
C-4
Mitchell Fields
C-4
Neutral Buoyancy
Research Facility
G-5
E-3
Parking Lot G2
D-5
Parking Lot Q
G-4
Parking Lots 9B, 9C, 11C
G-6
Physics Building (John S. Toll) E-4
Plant Sciences Building
E-4
Potomac Building
E-5
Queen Anne’s Hall
D-2
Reckord Armory
C-4
Riggs Alumni Center
G-2
Ritchie Coliseum
Rosenbloom Hillel
Jewish Center
Rossborough Inn
Skinner Building
Shipley Field
Shoemaker Hall
Shriver Laboratory
South Campus Commons
South Campus Dining Hall
St. Mary’s Hall
Stamp Student Union
Taliaferro Hall
Tawes Fine Arts Building
Tawes Plaza
Tydings Hall
Van Munching Hall
Visitor Center
Woods Hall/Skinner Auditorium
B-4
C-1
B-4
C-3
F-3
C-3
D-3
B-3
B-2
E-2
E-3
C-2
E-1
E-1
D-2
D-1
C-5
C-3
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10 explore our world
biz & society hill
One of the newest academic units, the 20-year-old College of
Behavioral and Social Sciences is home to some of the university’s most popular
majors. It shares this area with exhibits from the architecture, business, journalism, public policy and social sciences programs. Here, experts can assess your
career potential, test your terrorism IQ and share insights on voting in America.
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
Career Workshop for Parents
Hear the Turtle
0114 Shoemaker Hall
Discover how babies learn to talk, find out
how much noise is too much when you are
trying to have a conversation, learn how
hearing and speech perception are affected
by aging, and how the human brain functions
and is damaged in people with aphasia.
Faculty and students from the Department
of Hearing and Speech Sciences and the
Department of Psychology work with
humans, birds, bats and insects to study
these and other questions. BSOS
Join other parents in a session to help you
learn how to best help your child make a decision about their future college major and
career. While your child is getting feedback
about his/her interests, skills, and values,
you’ll be shown strategies for enhancing this
self-discovery process. UMCC
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Biz & Society Hill activities are highlighted in grey on the map.
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
Linking Your Interests to Potential
Career Paths
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Pathways to Becoming a Teacher
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Spin Art
1207 Benjamin Building
Find out about the different pathways the
university offers for people wishing to
become elementary, secondary or TESOL
teachers. Recent graduates will be available
to speak about their programs. EDUC
Come join the Teacher Education Association
of Maryland Students (TEAMS) and make a
spin art creation. EDUC
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Stress Management 101
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0114 Shoemaker Hall
This session is designed to teach you the
basics of stress management and to help
you identify your personal reactions to stress.
The facilitators will guide you through a
relaxation exercise in the hope of providing
you with a greater sense of pleasure, peace
and well-being. Session will accommodate
the first 40 participants. UMCC
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
The Art of Optical Illusions
Meet the Coordinator of the Art Education
Program, Susan Hendricks, and work with art
students to explore artful illusions. Create a few
eye-popping art projects of your own. EDUC
10:30 AM–11:30 AM
I Wanna Be A Sociologist, Economist,
President of the United States
0130 Tydings Hall
An overview of majors and programs in the
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences.
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10:00 AM–12:00 PM
University Honors Program
BSOS
Basement Lounge, Anne Arundel Hall
11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Learn about the university’s excellent and lively Honors Program for students with exceptional academic talents. Ask a dynamic panel
of current Honors students all your questions.
Future Terps are welcome. HONR, UGST
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10:00 AM–12:30 PM
Lutheran Alumni Gathering
Memorial Chapel
Lutheran Alumni are invited for a welcome
home. Get updated on what’s happening as
well as the vision for the future. Stop by the
West Chapel Garden and get blessed by the
latest news and developments. LCM M
10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Digital Games and Activities
Make and take a sticker or card with your picture on it. Explore fun games and activities to
help you learn. Parents, need ideas for rainy or
snowy days? Come and see samples of activities and walk away with a list of ideas. EDUC
10:00 AM–1:30 PM
How Well Do You Hear?
Room 0110 LeFrak Hall
Have your hearing tested in a sound-proof booth
by experts from our Department of Hearing and
Speech Sciences. Tests are open to adults and
children ages 3 and older. Testing is by appointment only, and appointments are available from
10 AM until 1:30 PM Call 301.405.4218 by April
27th to make an appointment. BSOS
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Celebration Shakers and Crowns
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Get Your Face Painted Just for Fun!
Celebrate Maryland Day with a Terrapin, the
letter “M” or “Go TERPS!” painted on your
face. Meet Susan Hendricks, coordinator of the
Art Education program, and work with the art
education students to select your design and
have some fun. EDUC
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Kids Create
Meet the Student Council for Exceptional
Children. Show your creative talents through
play. Construct sculptures with dough and
create masterpieces with finger paints and
crayons. EDSP, EDUC H
2102 Shoemaker Hall
Hillel Open House
Take a career interest inventory, have it interpreted by a staff psychologist and discover
possible career paths. Due to the nature of
the event, latecomers will not be admitted.
Limited to 50 people per session (minimum
age 16 years). UMCC
Hillel Center
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ALL DAY EVENTS
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
0114 Shoemaker Hall
Staff from the University Counseling Center
will host an essential skills workshop about
what incoming freshmen need to be successful college students. Come explore how ready
you are for college. UMCC
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11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Career Workshop for Parents
Main Foyer, Memorial Chapel
Careers in Architecture, Planning
and Preservation
Want to become an architect? Visit the School
of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation to
explore ground-breaking undergraduate programs and discover your future building and
career possibilities. ARCH
Episcopal/Anglican Campus Ministry
Open House
Front Porch, Memorial Chapel
All are invited to visit with the EACM staff and
community at an Open House in the new
Episcopal Student Center. Please meet at
Memorial Chapel on the front porch between
3:00 PM–3:45 PM. We will have several groups
going down to the new center (located one
block from Regents Gate) every 15 minutes. MC
0114 Shoemaker Hall
Join other parents in a session to help you
learn how to best help your child make a decision about their future college major and
career. While your child is getting feedback
about his/her interests, skills, and values,
you’ll be shown strategies for enhancing this
self-discovery process. UMCC
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Exploring Maryland’s Rich African
American Past, Present, and Future
Find out about the degree and certificate programs in African American Studies Department.
Meet representatives from The Society for
African American Studies, along with alumni
and faculty from the department. BSOS
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11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Linking Your Interests to Potential
Career Paths
Fighting Drug-Related Threats at the
Washington/Baltimore HIDTA
2102 Shoemaker Hall
Take a career interest inventory, have it interpreted by a staff psychologist and discover
possible career paths. Due to the nature of
the event, latecomers will not be admitted.
Limited to 50 people per session (minimum
age 16 years). UMCC
See some of the tools used to fight drug
crime in our area. The Washington/Baltimore
High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (W/B
HIDTA) helps law enforcement address drugrelated public safety threats. Our display will
showcase a sampling of the tools used on a
regular basis to assist law enforcement. BSOS
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11:00 AM–2:00 PM
A Walk Through the World of News
First Floor, Journalism Building
Come and explore how the Merrill College’s
internationally recognized centers, programs and
professional organizations cover and explore
news events on a global scale. JOUR
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Drama Fest
Front Steps, Francis Scott Key Hall
Watch some the area’s finest middle school
and high school performers bring scenes from
recent shows to the university. Performances
on the half hour. ARHU, CRBS
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
United Methodist Alumni and
Friends Lunch
West Chapel Garden, Memorial Chapel
The United Methodist Chaplaincy and the
Wesley Foundation invite Methodist alumni
and their friends to join them for lunch in the
West Chapel Garden. Come by and catch up
on what’s going on in the Ministry. MC
Come visit Hillel at Maryland! Join us for
Shabbat services at 9:30 AM, followed by
Kiddush at 11:30 AM. Lunch will be served at
12:15 PM (reservations required). The building
will also be open all day for tours. Call
301.422.6200 for more information. MC
History of the Chapel: A 54-Year
Journey
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What better way to celebrate Maryland Day
than to learn why people wear crowns. Meet
the Coordinator of the Art Education Program,
Susan Hendricks, and work with art students
to design, create and embellish a special
crown just for you. EDUC
More than 50 years ago, Memorial Chapel
became a significant part of the campus landscape. Considered a sentimental icon for students, staff and faculty alike, many are
unaware that the memorial stands in honor of
our alumni who are U.S. Veterans. Visit our
exhibit to see a timeline of artifacts and
images representing the architecture, veterans, religious life, chapel quilt and original student petition that established this beloved
building. MC
Make Your Own Architectural Element
0101 Architecture Building
Form plaster molds of architectural elements.
ARCH
Music and the Chapel
Main Chapel, Memorial Chapel
Come experience the impressive acoustics at
Memorial Chapel as student performing
groups share their talents. Performances
begin at 11:30 AM in the Main Chapel. MC
Prayers for Peace
West Chapel Garden, Memorial Chapel
Take a moment and stop by the Peace Pole
in the West Chapel Garden at the Memorial
Chapel to write a prayer for global peace in
your native language. The prayers will be collected and featured at Maryland Day 2008. MC
School of Architecture, Planning and
Preservation Open House
Tour the School of Architecture, Planning and
Preservation. Meet faculty and view exhibits
of student work. ARCH
Solar Decathlon LEAFHouse
Global Experience Through the
Eyes of Faith
Memorial Chapel
Journey around the world through the eyes of
our students as they share experiences of
their travels with some of the varied faith
communities on campus. Visit the Chapel to
learn more about their experiences abroad
and how they have touched the world
through faith. MC
Great Oaks of Maryland—Grow Your
Own Monster
Chapel Fields
Come to the large oak tree down the hill
from the Chapel. This fall, acorns were collected and sprouted from some of the most
amazing and beautiful oak trees in the area.
Help grow “Class of 2007” acorns into the
next great generation of Maryland Oak trees.
The parents of all trees have been identified
for each seedling, and pictures and locations
are available. Available species allow you to
select a tree tolerant of whatever soil moisture conditions you have. AGNR
Come and visit the LEAFHouse under construction. Work on LEAFHouse will continue
through 2007, culminating in the U.S.
Department of Energy’s competition on the
National Mall in late September. ARCH, ENGR
Test Your Terrorism IQ
Join START (National Consortium for the
Study of Terrorism and Responses to
Terrorism) to learn about the similarities and
differences between what people commonly
perceive to be true about terrorism, and what
research has shown to be fact. BSOS
Victimology
Have you been a victim of a crime or do you
know someone who has? Would you know
what to do if a crime were committed against
you? Visit our Department of Criminology and
Criminal Justice for helpful information about
crime rates, victims’ rights, victim service
provider agencies and other important information you need to know. BSOS
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Hands-on: Construct Buildings
0114 Shoemaker Hall
Voting in America
Great Space, Architecture Building
Staff from the University Counseling Center
will host an essential skills workshop about
what incoming freshmen need to be successful college students. Come explore how ready
you are for college. UMCC
Try hands-on activities that engage young people. Use K’nex modules and your imagination
to design and construct original structures.
Children ages 6 and older are welcome. ARCH
Get the latest information on voting in the
United States and try casting your vote in an
election. BSOS
Air Force UH-1N Huey Helico
pter
Chapel Fields
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Come see one of the 1st Helicop
ter Squadron’s UH-1N Huey heli
copters.
Talk to the air crew and find out
what these Air Force warriors
do.
They
are located at Andrews Air Forc
e Base and conduct high-priorit
y
airli
ft
and emergency medical evacua
tion missions in the Washington
area
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as well as support the Nationa
l Search and Rescue Plan. ROTC
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Journalism Trivia
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1116 Journalism Buildi
ere, how
Who, what, when, wh
owledge
and why? Test your kn
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and skills about
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global events. JOU
ag day avenue
It all began as the Maryland Agricultural College in 1856 and
Ag Day celebrations have been a university staple since 1924. Our founding
mission, to teach farming techniques to young men, has broadened. Today, students in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources research food safety
Hands on Minds: 4-H Volunteer
Leader’s Association
Saving Endangered Species Through
Reproductive Sciences
Concourse, Animal Sciences Building
Explore hands-on adventures with 4-H.
Expand your mind; learn about urban and rural
youth activities in the arts, sciences, areas of
health, agriculture and more. AGEX, AGNR
Talk to experts from the National Zoo about
the science behind saving endangered
species around the world. AGNR
Science of Food
Home and Garden Information Center
and nutrition, as well as diseases affecting animals and humans. Stop by, spend
some time with the farm animals that still play a vital role and learn about
Meet experts from the Home and Garden
Information Center. Learn how to identify and
control invasive plants and manage insect and
disease problems, inside and outside your
home, without chemical pesticides. Kids get
to handle GIANT and unusual bugs! AGNR
Demonstration of science in food, including
chemistry, biology and engineering concepts,
and their applications in the making of food
products. NFSC
modern agricultural work. Ag Day Avenue is highlighted in green on the map.
9:00 AM–10:30 PM
EGG-citing Start for Ag Day
Alumni Breakfast
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
alumni are invited to make their own omelets,
honor past student leadership, celebrate scholarship donors and enjoy the 82nd Ag Day! Call
301.405.2434 for reservations. AGNR M
Animal Education with the SPCA
Volunteers with the SPCA/Humane Society of
Prince George’s County will happily answer
your questions about pet fostering and adoptions, spaying and neutering, and animal welfare and legislative issues. Stop by to meet
some adorable adoptables and learn how you
can help out. AGNR
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Explore Our Majors
Aquatic Lab
0408 Animal Sciences Building
Have fun in the aquatic teaching lab with
hands-on activities involving land and water. In
partnership with the Maryland Agricultural
Education Foundation, Inc. AGNR
Come learn about the unique and diverse academic programs in the College of Agriculture
and Natural Resources. Talk to currently
enrolled students about classes, careers,
and student activities. AGNR
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10:00 AM–1:00 PM
“Elsie”—the Original Biogas Reactor
Calvert County Master Gardeners
Learn from the masters. Gardening fun for
everyone! AGNR
“Elsie,” a rumen fistulated cow will produce
methane gas carbon dioxide from fermentation of feeds in her rumen—her first stomach.
See her rumen microbes under the microscope. AGNR
Center for Agrosecurity & Emergency
Management
10:30 AM–2:30 PM
International Agriculture and its
Knowledge Support Systems
Eat Smart, Be Fit, Maryland!
Dr. William Rivera will be available to discuss the
importance of agricultural research, extension
and post-secondary agricultural education for
enabling agricultural development. He will also
discuss how proposals set forth by various international organizations will upgrade these knowledge services in developing countries. IGCA
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Bus Road-e-o
Parking Lots 9B, 9C, 11C
Cheer on our bus drivers as they compete to
see who can best maneuver a bus obstacle
course. Ever seen a bus-pulling contest or a
game of bus-ketball? Meet the people who
keep the campus moving. DOT
11:30 AM–2:00 PM
Transportation Around the World
Regents Drive Garage, Parking Lot G2
Come and test your knowledge about transportation around the world in this trivia contest. Knowledge, prizes and fun! DOT
2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Picture Yourself with a Horse
Take home a photo of you with a University of
Maryland horse. AGNR
ALL DAY EVENTS
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
4-H Discovery Zone
Youth ages 8 to 18 are invited to experience
the variety of innovative 4-H projects through
interactive hands-on activities. AGEX, AGNR
4-H Public Speaking Contest
Jimenez Hall
Maryland 4-H members demonstrate their
public speaking skills, including prepared
speeches, radio spots and more. AGEX, AGNR
Check out our agrosecurity and emergency
management display for families. AGNR
Want to save money on food? Learn how to
eat healthy and be active? Come learn about
an exciting new “healthy living” Web site
(http://www.eatsmart.umd.edu) created by
the University of Maryland and Maryland
Cooperative Extension. Play a game, win a
prize and enter our FREE giveaway raffle!
Watch the horse show as students, faculty
and staff display riding skills, disciplines and
demonstrations. AGNR
Fidos for Freedom
Meet a group of remarkable dogs that provide
assistance and companionship to people with
disabilities. AGNR
Food Safety Information Center,
USDA-National Agricultural Library
Stop by to see how the Department of
Nutrition and Food Science works with
USDA’s Food Safety Information Center at the
National Agricultural Library in Beltsville to
help families make safe food choices. NFSC
Food and Nutrition Information
Center, USDA-National Agricultural
Library
FNIC from USDA’s National Agricultural Library will
provide information on food and nutrition. NFSC
Frontiers in Science—Past, Present
and Future
Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC)
is the largest and most diversified agricultural
research center in the world. A sampling of
the technologies—past, present and future—
developed in partnership with the University
of Maryland will be among some of the featured exhibits. AGNR
Greenhouse
Visit the most technologically sophisticated
research greenhouse facility on the east
coast. Tours begin every half hour. Meet your
tour guide at the front entrance lobby facing
the Comcast Center. AGNR
Enjoy Alpha Zeta dishing up free samples of
ice cream made by the University of
Maryland. AGNR
Growing with Grains
Learn about grains, how they are the foundation of civilizations and how we use them in
everyday life. Make a grain-art jar using six different grains that originated from around the
globe and take it home with you. AGNR
Join the College of Agriculture and Natural
Resources Alumni Chapter and enjoy Ag Day.
Reconnect with friends and update career
information. AGNR M
Sigma Alpha Samples
The sisters of Sigma Alpha charm you with
baked goods while feeding you information
about Sigma Alpha. AGNR
Paint a masterpiece to take home. The farm
is printed on paper with crayons, paint and
stamps provided. All you need is imagination.
AGNR
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State Master Gardener Booth
Kiss a Pig
Animal Sciences Showring
See your favorite faculty and staff from the
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
pucker up to a pig. AGNR
Landscape Architecture: Designing
with Computers and Crayons
Want to learn what landscape architects do?
Participate in designing landscapes, protecting
wetlands and streams, and locating a school
using traditional drawing tools and state-of-the
art computer programs. AGNR, LARC
MILK—Maryland’s Official Beverage
In partnership with the Maryland Dairy
Princess Committee, come learn about
nature’s nearly perfect food! AGNR
Majors in Dietetics, Food Science and
Nutrition
Equestrian Club Horse Show
Animal Sciences Show Ring
Kids Corner
This table will provide information on the
majors in the Department of Nutrition and
Food Sciences. NFSC
Concourse, Animal Sciences Building
Put your artistic skills to work decorating a
horseshoe to take home. AGNR
4-H Tech Team
A Taste of Maryland Ice Cream
AGEX, HLTH, NFSC
Greenhouse Tour
Stop by and enjoy 4-H Tech Team demonstrations. AGNR
Horseshoe Decorating
Share Your Maryland Pride
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The Maryland Master Gardener Program was
started in 1978. Today, this popular program can
be found in 17 Maryland counties, Baltimore
City and two Maryland prisons. Our mission is
to educate Maryland residents about safe,
effective and sustainable horticultural practices
that build healthy gardens, landscapes and communities. Volunteers from several Maryland
counties will be available to answer questions
and discuss ongoing community projects. AGNR
Tackling Childhood Obesity
Learn more about the obesity epidemic
among children in the U.S. and its devastating
consequences for public health. The
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education
Program in the Department of Nutrition and
Food Science provides information and training throughout Maryland to educate the public
about childhood obesity. AGEX, NFSC
Tattoo Mania
Choose an exciting animal, insect or sparkly tattoo to temporarily wear on your hand. AGNR H
The More Green, the More Clean
Neighborhood Grime Watch
We will use a rainfall simulator to demonstrate how various forms of vegetation, bare
soil and pavement impact the quality of runoff
water and the potential for water pollution
during a rainstorm. AGNR
Through the use of black lights and magic lotion,
an interactive handwashing activity teaches the
importance of cleanliness to good health. AGNR
Nutrition and Food Science in
Maryland
Come visit our display of information about
Maryland foods and nutrition. NFSC
Nutrition Jeopardy
The Food and Nutrition Club from the
Department of Nutrition and Food Science will
host a nutrition jeopardy game, a fun way to
learn about basic nutrition and win prizes. NFSC
Operation Military Kids
Join 4-H, National Guard and the Army Reserves
as we support kids of deployed soldiers. Visit
the mobile tech lab, email a message to a soldier or record a personal greeting. AGNR H
Putting for Prizes
The Institute of Applied Agriculture welcomes
you and your children to sink a putt and win a
prize. Parents will have the opportunity to
learn about the Institute’s full range of twoyear programs including Golf Course
Management AGNR
Raising Kids, Eating Right, Spending
Smart … LIVING WELL!
Family and Consumer Sciences Educators of
the University of Maryland Cooperative
Extension want you to eat right, to spend
smart, and to teach your children to do the
same. Visit the Living Well booth for information and giveaways relating to nutrition and
personal finances for the whole family. AGNR
Research for Our Future
Learn how the Harry R. Hughes Center for
Agro-Ecology, Inc. is helping landowners to
keep their farms and forests profitable and
environmentally friendly through research and
education on alternative crops, buffer systems, agricultural regulations, land use policies and more. AGNR
The World Beneath Our Feet
Enter a special pit dug into a natural forested
hillside to reveal the layers of mystery
beneath our feet. Learn about the soil’s texture, its food web and its geological history.
Dataloggers constantly readout the temperature and moisture in various soil layers. A
mini-rhizotron camera uses fiber optics to
show plant roots, aggregates and critters
inside the soil. AGNR
VA-MD Regional College of Veterinary
Medicine
Join us as we showcase the joint veterinary
program between Maryland and Virginia. AGNR
Walk Through the Web of Life
Visit with staff from the College of Agriculture
and Natural Resources and discover resources
that increase your quality of life. AGNR
Wetland Ecology and Engineering
Learn about how plants adapt to life in waterlogged environments and how wetland
ecosystems can help to clean up the environment. Measure photosynthesis, leaf area
index or a plant’s reflectance of sunlight.
Understand the importance of biodiversity in
wetland ecosystems. AGNR
Wildlife on Display
Get upclose and personal with local and exotic
reptiles. Families enjoy hands-on learning
about responsible pet ownership, the dangers
of approaching wild animals and the value of
misunderstood creatures. AGNR
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arts alley
Toot your own horn, see how a piano is tuned or take in a
dance performance in Arts Alley. Artists of all types are showcased at the
modern Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Tawes Fine Arts Building and
others. Catch musical recitals, theater games and art exhibits. Arts Alley is
highlighted in light blue on the map.
9:00 AM–9:45 AM
Welcome to Maryland!
11:00 AM–11:30 AM
Music Technology at Maryland
Clarice Smith Center
Music Technology Lab, Clarice Smith Center
A brief information session about the university
for 10th- and 11th-grade students and their
families. Please make your reservation online
at: www.uga.umd.edu/admissions/visit or call
1.800.422.5867 if you have questions. OUA
Learn how computers and synthesizers are
used by composers and performers to create
musical sound and printed music. Offered by
Asha Srinivasan. Seating is limited. CSPA
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10:00 AM–10:30 AM
Rhythmic Movement Games
11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Lighting Lab Showcase
3731 Clarice Smith Center
Kids and parents alike will enjoy this on-yourfeet, groove-to-the-beat fun. Kick off your
shoes and come along! CSPA H
10:00 AM–10:45 AM
Department of Dance: The
Choreographic Process
Ever wonder how lighting technology, costumes, sound and scenery combine to create
a production? Department of Theatre students
give you an up-close and personal look into the
wonders of theatrical lighting design. CSPA
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Joe’s Moving Company Youth Dance
Ensemble
Dance Theatre, Clarice Smith Center
Watch and learn about the creation of new
dance steps with Dance Department graduate
students and faculty. Also at 1:30 PM. CSPA
10:00 AM–10:45 AM
Testudo’s Grand Entance
Front of Center, Clarice Smith Center
These sculptures created by the Joe’s Moving
Company Youth Dance Ensemble are sure to
stop you in your tracks as you walk through the
Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. CSPA
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Life in the Anchor’s Chair
A fanfare for our festival, the UM Brass
Quintet’s trumpet call ushers you into the
realm of the Arts. CSPA
0117 Tawes Fine Arts Building
Ever wonder what it’s like to deliver the nightly
news about global issues? Come and have an
interactive experience in the anchor’s chair. JOUR
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Aspiring to be a Journalist?
1213 Art/Sociology Building
Gather information about our major and hear
from a student panel. College representatives
will be available to answer questions. JOUR
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10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Early Childhood Festival / First Annual
Children’s Health Fair
Center for Young Children
Calling all Center for Young Children families, guests and alumni. Join us for a funfilled celebration. See a puppet show, tour
the CYC classrooms and playground, and
enjoy interactive, health-related activities
and experiences. EDUC H
10:30 AM–11:00 AM
Flutissimo
Grand Pavilion, Clarice Smith Center
This dynamic flute quintet from the Sigma
Alpha Iota music fraternity fills the Grand
Pavilion with beautiful harmony. CSPA
10:30 AM–11:30 AM
Japanese Koto Ensemble with the
Washington Toho Koto Society
Gildenhorn Recital Hall, Clarice Smith Center
Adjunct faculty artist Kyoko Okamoto directs
university students during this celebration of
the majestic koto, a string instrument that
originated in China and came to Japan in the
7th–8th century. CSPA
10:30 AM–11:30 AM
Rhythmic Movement Games
11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Instrument Petting Zoo
Band Room, Clarice Smith Center
Ever wanted to fiddle on a fiddle or toot your
own horn? The collegiate chapter of the MENC,
The National Association for Music Education,
offers an interactive, hands-on “zoo” chock full
of musical instruments. CSPA H
11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Persian Visions: Contemporary
Photographers from Iran
The Art Gallery and Department of Persian
Studies presents Persian Visions: Contemporary
Photography from Iran, the first survey of
contemporary Iranian photography to be presented in the United States. The exhibition
provides a rare, revealing view of Iranian life
and experiences with more than 60 works by
renowned Iranian photographers. ARHU
11:30 AM–12:00 PM
11:30 AM–12:15 PM
Department of Theatre: Student
Directed Scenes
Kids and parents alike will enjoy this on-yourfeet, groove-to-the-beat fun. Kick off your
shoes and come along! CSPA H
10:30 AM–11:30 AM
University of Maryland Men’s and
Women’s Chorus
Dekelboum Concert Hall, Clarice Smith Center
Experience a mini concert of dances from the
Maryland Dance Ensemble repertory. CSPA
These Terps should be sporting shades!
Swing, bop, snap your fingers and groove to a
set of classic jazz and discover new favorites.
Gerry Kunkel, coach. CSPA
12:00 PM–12:45 PM
Maryland Boychoir
The state of Maryland’s official “Goodwill
Ambassadors” bring their pure and joyful voices to Maryland Day under the direction of
Professor Philip Silvey. CSPA
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
African Drumming and Dancing with
Amadou and Akua Kouyate
African cultural expressions in the Manding
dialiya tradition. Join the renowned Kouyate clan
and celebrate the traditions of family through
music, song, oral history and dance. CSPA
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Stage Combat Demo
Courtyard Stage, Clarice Smith Center
This event is sure to get your adrenaline
pumping! UM Theatre major Casey Kaleba
demonstrates an assortment of stage-fighting
techniques and props. Ka-pow! CSPA
12:00 PM–1:15 PM
University of Maryland Symphony
Orchestra
Led by Music Director James Ross, the
University of Maryland Symphony Orchestra
performs scenes from Act III of Wagner’s
Siegfried in collaboration with the Evelyn Lear
and Thomas Stewart Emerging Singers
Program and the Wagner Society of
Washington D.C. CSPA
12:00 PM–2:00 PM
Costume Showcase
Join Alison Ragland and Susan Chiang for a tour
of the costume shop and a behind-the-scenes
look at costume design and preparation. CSPA
12:30 PM–1:30 PM
Inside the Piano
Interested in seeing how a piano is tuned,
constructed, taken apart or put back together?
Come see it all! This is a professional demonstration with Maryland alum Joyce Meekins
and should not be attempted at home. CSPA
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Chamber Music Connections
Hear this lively group of Terps from the
School of Music perform fabulous chamber
music, and dialogue about their experiences
with the Clarice Smith Center’s visiting artists
and their work at both Hollywood and Mount
Rainier Elementary Schools. CSPA
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Nicolo Whimsey
This dynamic flute quintet from the Sigma
Alpha Iota music fraternity fills the Grand
Pavilion with beautiful harmony. CSPA
Alumnus Nick Newlin combines juggling,
music, comedy, character acting, mime, ropewalking, poetry and audience participation in a
variety extravaganza that thrills children and
adults alike. In the case of inclement weather,
this performance is cancelled. CSPA
Laboratory Theatre, Clarice Smith Center
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Experience the Latin flavor and sensual
moves of Salsa dance in this beginners
welcome workshop. ¡Muy picante! A
Maryland Day favorite! Space is limited,
arrive early. Also offered at 2:30 PM. CSPA
12:00 PM–4:00 PM
or Performances
Courtyard Stage: Live Outdo
Center
Courtyard Stage, Clarice Smith
1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Arts Scholars Go Hollywood
Cambridge Community Center
Come enjoy the College Park Scholars in the
Arts eighth annual spring fair. Meet the legends of the silver screen and see classic
Hollywood films brought to life through
music, dance, puppetry and amazing artwork.
Follow the walk of fame to the Cambridge
Community Center. ARHU, CPS, CPSA, UGST
1:30 PM–2:00 PM
Colours
Front Entrance, Clarice Smith Center
These energetic middle and high school students from Prince George’s County will get
you on your feet with a mix of Soul and
Broadway show music. Performance cancelled in the case of inclement weather
(Colours also performs at 3:30 PM in Dance
Theatre). CSPA
1:30 PM–2:15 PM
Department of Dance: The
Choreographic Process
Watch and learn about the creation of new dance
steps with UMD Dance Department graduate
students and faculty. Also at 10:00 AM. CSPA
1:30 PM–2:30 PM
Maryland Opera Studio: Scenes from
Armide and Transformations
Kay Theatre, Clarice Smith Center
See the opera stars of tomorrow today.
Students from the top-ranked Maryland Opera
Studio perform scenes from the School of
Music’s spring operas, Gluck’s Armide and
Susa’s Transformations. CSPA
2:00 PM–2:45 PM
Department of Theatre: Broadway Tunes
Theatre Professor Scot Reese and students
present a selection of popular solo and
ensemble selections from the Broadway
repertoire. A Maryland Day favorite! Space is
limited, arrive early. CSPA
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
Opera Workshop
This ensemble of vocal performance undergraduates presents selected staged opera scenes
directed by Professor Eugene Galvin. CSPA
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
University Band
The university’s band for non-music majors
offers an up-beat pops program of well-loved
family favorites. They just might inspire you to
take up your old instrument again! CSPA
Theatre Courtyard, Clarice Smith Center
Written, designed, directed, and performed by
UM Theatre students, this performance is a
delight for puppet fans of all ages. CSPA
10:30 AM–12:00 PM
Admissions Fair
11:00 AM–11:30 AM
Maryland Dance Ensemble
Laugh out loud with Maryland’s best interactive improv comedy troupe. CSPA
12:00 PM–12:30 PM
Flutissimo
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1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Puppet Show
12:00 PM–12:30 PM
Admissions representatives from the School
of Music and the Dance and Theatre departments are available to meet with student artists
considering a Maryland education. CSPA
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
University of Maryland Jazz Combo
A variety of short, family-friendly performances acted and directed by students in the
Department of Theatre. CSPA
Enjoy the joyful sounds of the University of
Maryland Men’s and Women’s Chorus directed by graduate student William Culverhouse
and Professor Philip Silvey. CSPA
12:00 PM–12:45 PM
Erasable Inc.
orites! Live entertainment,
Music! Stage Combat! Kids’ Fav
will take place outside at the
and even dance performances
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detailed schedule will be availwith a new “act” every hour. A
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2:00 PM–3:00 PM
We Are Theatre: Boal Games with
Lynnie Raybuck
Join Lynnie Raybuck, the Clarice Smith Center’s
Community Engagement Manager, for an hour
of action, interaction, dialogue, critical thinking
and fun through the Augusto Boal theatre
games model. Take away lessons for action not
only in theatre performance, but in life. Best for
older children, teens and adults. CSPA
2:30 PM–3:00 PM
Maryland Dance Ensemble
Experience a mini-concert of dances from the
Maryland Dance Ensemble repertory. CSPA
2:30 PM–3:30 PM
Experience the Latin flavor and sensual
moves of Salsa dance in this beginners
welcome workshop. ¡Muy picante! A
Maryland Day favorite! Space is limited,
arrive early. CSPA
3:00 PM–3:45 PM
Department of Theatre: Student
Directed Scenes
A variety of short, family-friendly performances acted and directed by students in the
Department of Theatre. CSPA
3:00 PM–3:45 PM
Terrapin Brass
3:00 PM–4:00 PM
Philip Merrill College of Journalism
Alumni Reception
Kay Theatre, Clarice Smith Center
Brass fans, take note! Directed by graduate
student Brian Kaufman, the Terrapin Brass
made a big splash with their debut performance in the Fall of 2006. Their first Maryland
Day appearance promises a performance not
to be missed. CSPA
Studio A, 0106 Tawes Fine Arts Building
Join fellow alums and the college’s faculty
and staff for an afternoon reception. JOUR M
These energetic middle and high school students from Prince George’s County will get
you on your feet with a mix of Soul and
Broadway show music. CSPA
A variety of short, family-friendly performances acted and directed by students in the UM
Department of Theater. CSPA
3:30 PM–4:00 PM
Maryland Percussion
Thrill to the seductive beat of Maryland
Percussion. Let the rhythm get ya! CSPA
3:00 PM–4:00 PM
Community Band
Celebration of the Arts
Maryland Art and Artists:
An Exhibition
Second Floor, Art/Sociology Building
From the Art Library collections, images of
Maryland’s people and places through artists’
eyes. LIBR
3:30 PM–4:00 PM
Colours
3:00 PM–3:45 PM
Undergraduate Student-Directed
Scenes
ALL DAY EVENTS
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Faculty, staff and the community at large play
in this energetic ensemble, directed by John
Wakefield, past chair of UM Bands. Warning:
Concert may cause toe tapping. CSPA
Enjoy being serenaded by university ensembles. Get your caricature drawn "on the spot"
by Suitland High School Visual and Performing
Arts students. Be among the first to learn
about the Clarice Smith Center’s 2007-2008
season. CSPA
Great Performances on the
Boesendorfer Digital Piano
Michelle Smith Library, Clarice Smith Center
Watch and listen to the Boesendorfer digital
reproducing piano re-create the performances
of great pianists from the 1920s.
Demonstrations at 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM,
1:30 PM and 3:00 PM. CSPA, LIBR
Jim Henson: Performing Artist
Move it! with Joe’s Movement
Emporium
All ages are welcome to join in as instructors
from Joe’s Movement Emporium in Mount
Rainier lead beginner-friendly workshops in
dance styles from many cultures around the
world. Workshop schedule and descriptions
available at the Clarice Smith Center information desk. CSPA
Residence Hall Tours
Lobby, Denton Hall
Join us for an inside look at living on campus.
Meet members of the Department of
Resident Life and get a tour of these traditional buildings. DRL
Michelle Smith Library, Clarice Smith Center
This unique multimedia exhibit examines Jim
Henson’s career, artistic innovations and legacy
at the University of Maryland. Six Muppets
are part of the exhibit, including two who
appeared on the first season of “Saturday
Night Live.” LIBR
Without Art, We’re History
Relax and enjoy videos from the world of art
throughout history—a feast for the eyes and
food for the soul. ARHU, ARTH
sports & rec row
If you’re interested in trying a new sport or meeting some of
the university’s coaches and student-athletes, then head over to this area.
Home to Chevy Chase Field at Byrd Stadium, the Eppley Rec Center, Cole Field
House and Comcast Center, this area offers a glimpse of top-notch facilities for
athletes of all types. After climbing the “Beast” and trying flatwater kayaking,
stop by the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center to meet fellow alumni and friends.
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Women’s Basketball Team Autograph
Session
Auxiliary Gym, Comcast Center
Meet Head Coach Brenda Frese and the
members of the women’s basketball team.
One photo and autograph per person; line will
be limited to the first 500 people. ICA
Sports & Rec Row is highlighted in gold on the map.
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Discover Degrees in Health and
Human Peformance
10:00 AM–3:30 PM
Fear the Sport Club Turtles!
1304 Health and Human Performance Building
Watch some of our nationally recognized club
sport teams in action. Stop by the Recreational
Turf near the Comcast Center and see the
teams that other schools fear! CRS
Meet students pursuing degrees in Family
Studies, Public and Community Health,
Kinesiological Sciences and Physical
Education. Learn about degree requirements
and exciting career paths. HLHP
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Near Comcast Center, Artificial Turf Field
11:00 AM–2:30 PM
Cool Things at Cole
Aquatic Center, Eppley Recreation Center
Enjoy the Outdoor Aquatic Center and learn
how to be safe in and around swimming
pools. Enjoy games, demonstrations and
prizes. CRS H
Join us in the historic Cole Field House for a
number of cool activities including soccer and
other fun games the kids will love. CRS
11:30 AM–2:00 PM
Sports Spectacular & More
East Gym, Eppley Recreation Center
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Climb the BEAST
Adventure Complex, Eppley Recreation Center
Like climbing trees? Try our 60-ft. high climbing wall. Never climbed? Don’t worry—this is
a safe environment with experienced staff onhand to help. Participants must be at least 48
inches tall. CRS
From Frisbee tosses to guessing how fast
you can throw a ball, this event is fun for all!
Events include physical education activities,
basketball pop-a-shot, radar gun and a whole
lot more. CRS
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Aerobics Demonstration Team
Performance
East Gym, Eppley Recreation Center
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Conquer the Alpine Tower
Adventure Complex, Eppley Recreation Center
Come try out elements of Campus Recreation
Services’ Outdoor Recreation Center. The
Alpine Tower is FUN and CHALLENGING. So,
come and set your sights, grab the ropes and
CONQUER. Participants must be at least 48
inches tall. CRS
Discover how much fun burning calories can
be! Watch an electrifying five-minute aerobic
dance routine by the Eppley Recreation
Center’s group exercise instructor team.
Performance times are 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM,
and 1:00 PM. CRS
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Men’s Basketball Team Autograph
Session
Auxiliary Gym, Comcast Center
Join Head Coach Gary Williams and the members of the men’s basketball team for a photo
and autograph session. One photo and autograph per person; line will be limited to the first
500 people. ICA
2:15 PM–3:00 PM
Talk Terps Football
with Tim Brant
Concourse, Chevy Cha
se Field at
Byrd Stadium
Meet ABC 7’s sports an
chor and Maryland alu
m Tim Brant as he
discusses the outlook
for the Terps’ 2007 sea
son and reminisces
with some Maryland
sports trivia. ICA, UNRL
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Autograph Session with Coach Ralph
Friedgen
Concourse, Chevy Chase Field at Byrd Stadium
Meet the head coach of Terrapin Football,
Ralph Friedgen. Get his autograph and wish
him luck in the upcoming season. Limit one
item per person. ICA
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Maryland Football Autograph Session
Concourse, Chevy Chase Field at Byrd Stadium
Turf, Cole Field House
10:00 AM–12:30 PM
April POOLS Day
ALL DAY EVENTS
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Meet Head Coach Friedgen and the Terps.
Get autographs and pictures with the entire
2007 team. Limit one item per person; line
will be limited to the first 500 people. ICA
1:00 PM–3:00 PM
Flatwater Kayaking
Natatorium, Eppley Recreation Center
Ever been kayaking? Wanna give it a try? Try
out a kayak in a shallow, non-threatening environment. Skilled users on-site to help. Come
on, give it a try! CRS
1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Maryland Softball vs. NC State
Softball Field, Comcast Center
Catch some great diamond action as the
Terps battle the NC State Wolfpack. ICA
Child Safety Seat Checks
Cole Field House
Come join University of Maryland Department
of Public Safety and the Prince George’s
County Safe Kids Coalition at the front of Cole
Field House. We will be conducting child safety
checks and providing info on preventing childhood injuries. Please call 301.405.3555 for
reservations. UMDPS
Class of 1981 Maryland Day Gathering
& Reunion
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Are you a member of the Class of 1981?
Celebrate your class reunion at the Samuel
Riggs IV Alumni Center on Maryland Day!
Register in the morning at the Alumni Center,
explore campus and return to the center from
1:30 PM–3:00 PM to catch up with your classmates over light hors d’oeuvre and refreshments. Log onto www.alumni.umd.edu/reunion
or call 301.405.4396 for more information.
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Alumni Center
Orem Alumni Hall, Riggs Alumni Center
Join the Maryland Alumni Association and the
Maryland Fund for Excellence in celebrating
Maryland Day at the Riggs Alumni Center.
There will be music, contests and interactive
games. All alumni and friends are welcome to
attend. ALUM, MFE M
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science & tech
way
Come see where physics, biology, engineering, chemistry,
mathematics and more collide—with wonderful results—at Science & Tech
Way. Tour the historic Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel and the new Kim
Engineering Building. Join researchers in experiments, view their exhibits and
pick their brains. Science & Tech Way is highlighted in purple on the map.
All About Computer, Mathematical
and Physical Sciences
Flip, Flap and Fly!
Front Lawn, Mathematics Building
Glimpse into the future of helicopter technology at the Alfred Gessow Rotorcraft Center,
recipient of the American Helicopter Society’s
design competition first place award for eight
years in a row. ENAE, ENGR
Learn more about the College of Computer,
Mathematical and Physical Sciences. CMPS
2222 J.M. Patterson Building
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Arts-tronomy
What does a comet look like? How about galaxies? It’s up to you in these astronomy-themed
arts and crafts activities. ASTR, CMPS H
9:00 AM–12:30 PM
Discover Engineering
11:30 AM–12:00 PM
Tour the Center for Superconductivity
Bone Collector & Forensic Science
3201 J.M. Patterson Building
Lobby, John S. Toll Physics Building
High School students participate in an annual
Maryland Day program consisting of speakers
and lab experiments to explore and learn
about the different engineering disciplines.
Registration required. Please visit
www.eng.umd.edu/SWE/de_registration.doc
See where great physics happens! (Meet in
Physics Lobby). CMPS, PHYS
Skeletons. Forensics. Bugs on something
dead. Micro camera probes. Can you piece
together the facts from all that remains? CLFS
11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream
Chemistry Fun For Kids of All Ages
Front Lawn, John S. Toll Physics Building
Have fun learning about chemistry! Watch
demonstrations. Learn the science of silly
putty, see a trash can rocket into the air, and
much more. CLFS
D
You’ve had 31 flavors, but we bet you haven’t
had ice cream like this! Our homemade
physics specialty tastes great and is safe for
children of all ages—come try a sample (while
supplies last). CMPS, PHYS
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Meet the Dean of Chemical & Life
Sciences
1130 & 1140 Plant Sciences Building
Medicine, dentistry, biology, chemistry, neuroscience, environmental science, biotech industry or graduate research. Where will a degree
in chemical or life sciences take you? CLFS
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12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Hot Dog Roast
G. Forrest Woods Atrium, Chemistry Building
Join us for some good eats and live music on
the house! Tickets will be distributed from
9:00 AM until 12:00 PM in front of the
Physics Building. You must have a ticket in
order to get a hot dog. CMPS, PHYS
The chemistry of toys will be highlighted in a
chemistry competition. View the talented
work of high school students. CHEM, CLFS
12:30 PM–1:30 PM
Physics Is Phun: Good Vibrations
10:00 AM–1:30 PM
Chemistry of Toys—Chemathon
1412 John S. Toll Physics Building
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Fun with Illusions
What you see is NOT what you get. Learn
about the physics behind optical illusions
through interactive demonstrations and makeand-take activities. CMPS, PHYS
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Plant Science & Landscape
Architecture
Main Entrance, Plant Sciences Building
Enjoy photos with plant scenes, a putting
green, and coloring activities. AGNR
Come see one of our biggest crowd pleasers.
View exciting experiments on vibrations, with
applications to waves, sound and light. Our
Physics is Phun program is great for everyone ages 5 and up! CMPS, PHYS
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Cosmic Ray Lab Tour
Come on a virtual journey as we tour our
cosmic ray lab. Together, students, physicists and engineers work in the lab to build
state-of-the-art particle detectors to fly on
gigantic balloons in Antarctica. (Meet in the
Physics Lobby). CMPS, PHYS
1:30 PM–3:00 PM
An Electronic Field Guide
1115 Computer Science Instructional Center
Lobby, Computer Science Instructional Center
Meet the dean, department chairs, staff and
current students. Learn about our academic
programs and opportunities. CMPS
Learn about our collaboration with the
Smithsonian Institution to develop new ways
for botanists to discover new species of
plants, using computer vision to help recognize plants from their leaves. CMPS, CMSC
Come see one of our biggest crowd pleasers.
View exciting experiments on vibrations, with
applications to waves, sound and light. Our
Physics is Phun program is great for everyone
ages 5 and up! CMPS, PHYS
11:00 AM–11:30 AM
Nanoscience Research Tour
Take a tour of cutting-edge experiments in
nanoscience (meet in the Physics Lobby).
CMPS, PHYS
11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Robot Navigation
Lobby, Computer Science Instructional Center
See how a robot equipped with cameras uses
video to navigate corridors and rooms and
makes a map of its environment. There will also
be displays explaining how humans extract
scene information from images. CMPS, CMSC
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Demos for Tots
Come and spark the interests of our future
physicists with interactive demonstrations for
toddlers. CMPS, PHYS H
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
Big Science (in a small room) with
Extremely Intense Lasers
Professor Howard Milchberg talks about
recent advances in laser technology making
possible both the heating of material to many
times the temperature of the sun and the
acceleration of electrons to a billion volts, nearly
the speed of light. These lasers are also used
for the “pumping” of X-ray lasers and other
remarkable applications formerly in the realm
of science fiction. CMPS, PHYS
ALL DAY EVENTS
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
367,000 Gallons of Outer Space
Neutral Buoyancy Research Facility
How can we learn about working in space without leaving Earth? The best way is to go underwater. Come see our 50-ft. diameter, 25-ft.
deep version of outer space. Watch demonstrations of the MX-2 experimental space suit
working with a 25-ft. tall robot that repairs
satellites and assembles space structures.
Take your turn controlling the robot to perform
basic tasks underwater. ENAE, ENGR
A. James Clark School of Engineering
Information Fair
Technology Tent
Front Lawn, Glenn L. Martin Build
ing
Ask the experts! Stop by for a display of the latest technology use
d
by Dell and Apple Computers.
Featuring tech talks every hour,
including topics like iPods for
Dummies and Vista. Register to
win
cool prizes. OIT
See how creative (micro)capsule structures
can be made for potential use in biomedical
applications such as drug delivery. ENCH, ENGR
How Clean Are Your Hands?
1203 Chemical/Nuclear Engineering Building
Participants will get to test their hands to see
how many bacteria may be going unnoticed.
Participants will get to view micro-organisms
under a microscope and see "glowing" bacteria. Visitors can see how biotechnology plays
an important role in today’s medicine while
they tour the Bioprocess Scale-Up Facility.
ENCH, ENGR, MTECH
Comcast Multimedia Signal
Processing Lab and Sony StudioTheater
Hurricanes, Airplanes, Cars, Trucks,
Sailboats, Submarines—We Do It All!
Plaza, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building
Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel
Multimedia in a nutshell. This tour provides
visitors with hands-on experience with the
latest multimedia research and education
in the Electrical and Computer Engineering
Department. Visitors will see interactive
demos and try out interesting projects. Tours
leave from the ENEE table. Check the table
for exact times. ENEE, ENGR
Visit the Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel. Learn
how the tunnel works and how it is used in
aerodynamic studies. Experience a short blast
in the Wind Tunnel. Last tour begins at 3:30 PM.
ENAE, ENGR
Insect Petting Zoo
1161 Plant Sciences Building
Outside, Geology Building
Imagine tarantulas, exotic insects, scorpions,
bees and millipedes longer than your hand. All
for you to look at … and touch if you dare. CLFS
Come dig for freshwater shark teeth from the
Chesapeake Bay! CMPS, GEOL
Intelligent Servosystems Laboratory
Come Dig It!
Cosmic Comets and Craters
Deep Impact (extended mission) team members will be making dry ice comets. And we’ll
have our own version of a sandbox for kids
and adults to learn about craters. Demos
throughout the day. ASTR, CMPS
Interested in computer-controlled robotic
devices? Come watch mobile robots use cutting
edge “Cricket” localized system to autonomously navigate complex and cluttered environments,
and engage in pursuit evasion games. Visit the
Electrical and Computer Engineering table for
demonstration information. ENEE, ENGR
Engineers Without Borders
International Astronomy
The award-winning University of Maryland
chapter of Engineers Without Borders partners with disadvantaged communities to
improve their quality of life through environmentally and economically sustainable engineering projects. Learn about new and already
completed projects in Thailand, Ecuador,
Burkina Faso and Brazil. ENGR
UM Astronomers come from many cultures and
they often travel to remote locations around the
world to do their work. Learn about our department’s global connections. ASTR, CMPS
10:30 AM–11:30 AM
Meet the Dean of Computer,
Mathematical and Physical Sciences
10:30 AM–11:30 AM
Physics Is Phun: Good Vibrations
Front of Chemistry Building, Chemistry Building
1138 Chemical/Nuclear Engineering Building
Explore the New Jeong H. Kim
Rotunda, Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building
Tour the new engineering building and explore
the facility where cutting-edge research takes
place throughout the 27 state-of-the-art labs.
Discover the exciting worlds of nanotechnology,
microelectromechanical systems, transportation systems and space systems. The building
itself is a lab including internal bridges,
exposed systems and more. Tours leave on
the half hour. ENGR
Extreme Robotics!
Internet Safety Made Fun for Families
Patio, Computer and Space Sciences Building
Come learn about internet safety from Faux
Paw, the Techno-Cat (the Internet Keep Safe
Coalition's costumed character), and a team of
information technology security experts from
the university and local law enforcement agencies. We offer interactive activities and literature
on a variety of topics, including keeping kids
safe online, protecting personal information, and
developing good IT security habits. OIT
Magnified Materials
1237 Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building
Tour the Microscopy and Microanalysis
Center. Get up-close and personal with common objects magnified greater than 10,000
times. Tours on the hour. ENGR, ENMA
Visit the Space Systems Development Lab
where students have hands-on experiences
developing advanced technology for space
travel, transportation to the bottom of the
ocean and more. Control a state-of-the-art dexterous space robot being developed for repairing satellites in space. Check out the undersea
robot arm which will be used to research sea
life under the Arctic in 2007. ENAE, ENGR
Fire Extravaganza
What is a fire tornado? Why does a candle
burn that way? How can one burn money and
still have it to spend? What does a hydrogen
flame look like? Come learn the answers, and
see other flashy flames, under the safe supervision of students and faculty from Fire
Protection Engineering. ENFP, ENGR
Make and Take Mini Physics Demos
Make physics magic! Use common household ingredients to make silly putty and
much more. CMPS, PHYS
Maryland Optics Group
See various kinds of lasers in action. Learn
about new ways of using lasers for optical
communication and sensing. Check the ENEE
table for tour information. ENEE, ENGR
Maryland Water Resources
Research Center
Explore new technology and more efficient methods for resolving local, state and national water
resources problems in Maryland. ENCE, ENGR
Discover the majors and opportunities that
are available in the A. James Clark School of
Engineering. ENGR
D
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
ather
Get Prepared for Severe We
te
Wit
with ABC 7’s Joe
ing
Front Lawn, Mathematics Build
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ENGR, SWE
1164 Plant Sciences Building
Hate Taking Pills? Creative Capsules
for Drug Delivery
do you
to it? How do you forecast it? How
Severe Weather. What contributes
t knowlscoop from one of the area’s mos
protect yourself? Get the straight
Meteorologist Joe Witte. UNRL
edgeable sources, ABC7/WJLA-TV
Tour the Materials Teaching Lab which allows
students to study various materials and their
mechanical, electrical and magnetic properties. Come and see how a material breaks.
Tours on the hour. ENGR, ENMA
This lab combines bioengineering, tissue engineering and mechanical engineering to study
mechanical stress in intervertebral discs, the
soft tissue structures in the spine. See how different aspects in engineering can create a solution to back pain and correction. Tours leave
from the Kim Engineering rotunda, on the hour,
from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. BIOE, ENGR
Materials in Modern Technology
Tour the Microelectronics Fabrication
Laboratory. See how modern electronic
devices are made in this state-of-the-art clean
room. Tours on the hour. ENGR, ENMA
Materials in Your Life
Personal Technologies / iPod Carnival
1410 Computer and Space Sciences Building
Enjoy personal podcasts, images, and other technologies such as blogs, wikis, and PDAs. Special
thanks to Apple for its event support. OIT, UNRL
Interactive demonstrations and hands-on
activities featuring materials used in modern
technology. ENGR, ENMA
MdBioLab
Front of Bulding, Symons Hall
Visit MdBio’s mobile science laboratory.
Perform your own DNA extraction experiment
and hear what high school students in
Maryland learn about biotechnology. CLFS
Measure the Weather
Microelectromechanical Systems
See a “micro-motor” the size of a nickel, tiny
optical switches for routing internet traffic,
biological sensors for trapping DNA and custom silicon lenses for focusing X-rays. Check
the Electrical and Computer Engineering table
for tour information. ENEE, ENGR
Engineering Bui
Plaza, Jeong H. Kim
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defense and aerospa
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support of advanced
BA
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ace. Hear from expe
se,
fen
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land, at sea and in sp
rrent and future
vice solutions for cu
vides support and ser
and manufacture
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sys
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develop, produce, an
cations; and design,
sys
ry
and commercial appli
ille
at vehicles, art
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vic
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pro
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tems and intelligent
Physics Demos
Use a bicycle to generate electricity or shoot
a pencil through a block of wood. Come try
these and some of our other interactive
demos. CMPS, PHYS
Pitching Contest
Solar Observing
Take a safe look at the big yellow (or red
depending on the filter) ball in our sky through
telescopes with observatory staff. ASTR, CMPS
Give us your best throw. See how you rank
against the best Major League Baseball has
to offer. CMPS, PHYS
Build your own instruments to measure wind
and rainfall amounts. AOSC, CMPS
Advancing
eer in Technology
BAE Sysems: a Pion
Systems Worldwide
Intelligent Defense
lding
Poly-Fun with Slime & Colors
Solar System Walk
International? How about interplanetary? Take
a tour of the revised Solar System with the
AstroTerps. ASTR, CMPS
Discover chemical engineering through an
array of stimulating hands-on activities including: classical slime, super-soaker poly-gel,
dancing black ink, Silly Putty and more. You
make it, you take it. ENCH, ENGR H
TERPS Racing
Predicting the Weather
Terps Miniature Golf
Learn how weather predictions are made.
AOSC, CMPS
2118 Geology Building
Probability and Chaos
Come see and touch pieces of the planet’s
insides. These minerals, rocks and gems are
the raw materials of life. CMPS, GEOL
Demonstrations and exhibits illustrate the mathematical principles involved in probability and
chaos theory, with applications. CMPS, MATH
Mission CEE: Take the GPS Challenge!
Front Lawn, Glenn L. Martin Building
Respiratory Health
Learn how civil and environmental engineers
use digital maps and global positioning systems (GPS) to build infrastructure and protect
the environment. Search for hidden treasures
using handheld GPS devices. ENCE, ENGR
Measure your respiratory resistance with the
airflow perturbation device. Talk about the latest advances in bioengineering. BIOE, ENGR
See the Formula-style and Baja race cars
designed and built by engineering students.
ENGR, ENME
Test your putting skills at the Engineering
Alumni Chapter mini golf hole. See if you can
make a hole-in-one while learning about the
engineering involved in golf. ENGR
Test Your Lung Function
Interactively test your pulmonary power. See
demonstrations of state-of-the-art biomedical
equipment used to measure respiratory resistance in humans. BIOE, ENGR
Toys in Space
New Ventures and Entrepreneurship
Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building
Come play with the AstroTerps. See how
everyday toys act in space. Short demonstrations throughout the day. ASTR, CMPS
Combine Discovery Channel and YouTube and
you get the University of Maryland Sci/Terp
competition. See winning student-made
videos about their science research. UNCOM
W.M. Keck Foundation Laboratory for
Combinatorial Nanosynthesis and
Multiscale Characterization
Sci/Terp Award Winners
Office of Advanced Engineering
Education
Learn about the Professional Master of
Engineering and Graduate Certificate in
Engineering programs through custom short
courses, workshops and license reviews. ENGR
Fly with L
ockheed
Plaza, Jeon
Martin!
g H. Kim En
gineering
Building
Partic
ipate in a cl
assic engin
exercise an
eering
d construct
your very
own airpla
ne. Test its
flying prop
ties and co
ermpete with
other
designs fo
r prizes. Le
arn what it
takes to be
an enginee
r. ENGR UNRL
Minerals & the Earth: The Stuff of Life
Explore the pathways of entrepreneurship
with current students of the Hinman Campus
Entrepreneurship Opportunities program
(Hinman CEOs). ENGR, HCEO
Orthopedic Mechanobiology Lab
Materials Teaching Lab Demos
Tour the lab and learn about combinatorial
materials discovery which rapidly increases
the capacity to discover new materials. Tours
on the hour. ENGR, ENMA
What Grown-ups Learn from
Playing with Sandpiles
Sand can flow like water, but we can’t swim
in it. We can build a sandcastle, but it will
suddenly crumble. Learn about the science
of sand. CMPS, PHYS
Wide World of Engineering
Learn about engineering while playing minigolf on a student designed course. ENGR
Wireless Information Networks:
Innovation for Better Quality of Life
and Work
Outside, Engineering Research Building
UM HyNet/Hughes Network Systems
demonstration of low-cost,flexible, integrated
mobile wireless communications supported
by broadband satellites for key societal infrastructures such as e-health, e-education, and
health care management under normal and
disaster relief scenarios. ENGR
World Adventures in Earth
System Science
Explore harvesting water in India, cruising the
tropical Pacific Ocean in a research vessel,
and measuring air pollution in China. Come
check out these adventures and more with
earth system scientists! CMPS, ESSI
Weather and Climate in 1856
Learn what the weather and climate were like
when the university was founded in 1856, and
how it has changed since then. AOSC, CMPS
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