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Dear incoming Master of Science in Information Systems student,
Orientation is quickly approaching and I look forward to meeting you 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 the primary student club for specialty masters students; it’s currently led by President Jingnan Yang, 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, Professional Communications Club (MS PCC), and Master Student Learning Club (MSLC). Club activities are shaped by the interests of current students, and you will hear directly from club leaders during orientation.
MPO Events/Disney Leadership 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 events this fall will include karaoke, dinner shows, ice skating, a trip to National Harbor, a community service activity, and more. We are planning to offer students the opportunity to sign up for a trip to Disney World in Orlando, Florida, including participation in a Disney leadership workshop, for early January. The trip will be 5 nights at a Disney hotel and 4 days in the parks. The cost of the trip will be approximately $1,000 per student for a single room and $750 per student for a double room. The exact dates and cost, and other details will be sent to students by the first week of September.
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:
Campus Parking The UMD Department of Transportation Services (DOTS) opened Fall 2017 parking registration for Graduate Students on Tuesday, August 8th. Students who wish to purchase a parking permit are encouraged to apply right away, as parking registration is done on a space-available basis. Please visit the DOTS website at http://transportation.umd.edu/
Career Services Webinars Recordings of the July 21st and August 4th career services webinars are now available on the Career Services page at https://networth.rhsmith.umd.e
Schedule Change The academic schedule for incoming students has been changed so that BUDT 758Z and BUDT 758Y will swap days/times. Student schedules will be updated; there is no need for you to take any additional action. The updated schedule is available on the registration instructions page at https://networth.rhsmith.umd.e
Important Tasks and Dates Please review the Pre-Program Checklist at https://networth.rhsmith.um
Regards, Gabrielle Gibson MS Program Manager Masters Programs Office Robert H. Smith School of Business 2308-N Van Munching Hall University of Maryland College Park, MD 20742-1815 301-405-0104 TEL 301-314-9862 FAX http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu |
