8/3 - Weekly Email From the Masters Programs Office

Dear incoming Master of Science in Information Systems student,

Orientation is quickly approaching and we are finalizing a great program for you! The agenda will be updated on the Incoming Student Website soon.

 

Smith Master Student Association (SMSA) and Clubs

As a Smith masters student, you will have the opportunity to participate in many social and community activities. The Smith Master Student Association (SMSA) is one of the primary student clubs for specialty masters students; it’s currently led by President Wei Wu, a Master of Science in Accounting candidate. Master of Science in Information Systems students will also benefit from activities hosted by the Information Systems Association (ISA) and the Professional Communications Club (MS PCC). Club activities are shaped by the interests of current students, and you will hear directly from SMSA, ISA, and MS PCC club leaders during orientation.

 

Orientation Brunch Hosted by SMSA

SMSA will host a welcome brunch during orientation on August 15th at the Stamp Student Union. This event is optional, but students are encouraged to attend. Please RSVP at http://go.umd.edu/16SMSABrunch.

 

MPO Events/Possible Trip

The Masters Program Office (MPO) staff regularly hosts activities for students throughout the year as a way for advisors to connect with students. Some of the possible events this fall will include a trip to an amusement park, a trip to the theater, a community service activity, and more. We are currently assessing interest for a possible trip to Disney World in Orlando, Florida for early January. If you are interested in possibly joining this trip, please complete this form: http://go.umd.edu/disneysurvey.

 

Student Activities Around Campus

Students are encouraged to become involved with the full range of activities offered at the University of Maryland campus. The Stamp Student Union provides an inviting place for students to gather, and many resources specifically for graduate students. The following links offer some opportunities to become involved at the University of Maryland:

• UMD Calendar - http://calendar.umd.edu/
• UMD Sports Event Schedule and Tickets - www.umterps.com
• Club Sports - http://recwell.umd.edu/Sport-Clubs/Club-Directory
• Stamp Special Events and Programs - http://thestamp.umd.edu/special_events_programs/events_and_programs
• The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Calendar - https://theclarice.umd.edu/calendar

Important Tasks and Dates
Please review the Pre-Program Checklist for important tasks and note that the following dates are approaching:

• August 5th – Deadline to Submit Immunization Paperwork
• August 11th – Deadline to Complete the Academic Integrity Tutorial
• August 11th – Deadline to Register for Parking Permit
• August 18th – Deadline to Declare Maryland Residency
• August 19th – Deadline to Apply for Health Insurance
• August 20th – Deadline to Pay Tuition Bill (if Registered by July 25th)

As a reminder, I will be out of the office until August 8th. In my absence, please send any questions you have to mpo-cpmsb-informationsystems@rhsmith.umd.edu; e-mails sent to that address will be monitored by Amy Swann and you will receive a response from her.

 

Regards,