EXPLORE OUR WORLD OF FEARLESS IDEAS SATURDAY APRIL 29 / 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Inspiration. Boldness. Curiosity. Passion. The University of Maryland’s one-day open house features hundreds of family-friendly and interactive events. Come explore our world of Fearless Ideas and see how we do good for our community, the state and the world. Now in its 19th year, Maryland Day is packed with exciting events and exhibits in six “learning neighborhoods” spread across campus. TERP TOWN CENTER AG DAY AVENUE McKeldin Mall, the Stamp Student Union What began more than 150 years ago as and the surrounding areas become Terp the Maryland Agricultural College has Town Center. Learn about our schools grown into a world-class public research and colleges, catch a special performance institution. Explore Ag Day Avenue to at the main stage and meet the men’s learn why the College of Agriculture and women’s basketball teams. Find and Natural Resources is not just about a bite to eat, and don’t miss the kids’ farming. carnival featuring a rock climbing wall and fun obstacle course. ART & DESIGN PLACE BIZ & SOCIETY HILL Indulge your artistic talents and meet Surround yourself with exhibits in scores of student and faculty performers business, public policy and the social and artists. After taking in performances at sciences, featuring a variety of events the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, for prospective students and parents. head over to the Parren J. Mitchell Art- Explore our world of criminology and Sociology and Architecture buildings to criminal justice in Tydings Hall. And be see more creative events, and enjoy crafts sure to visit all the events in Memorial at Tawes Plaza. Activities by the Philip Chapel. Merrill College of Journalism and College of Education are also in this area. SCIENCE & TECH WAY SPORTS & REC ROW Science and technology—whether physics, From group fitness activities, to behind- biology, engineering or chemistry—are the-scenes tours of the Xfinity Center, to for everyone. Learn about lasers and interacting with a robot, Sports & Rec extreme robotics, then get blasted in the Row is a must-visit for Maryland Day. Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel. Explore the From adventure to health screenings, all brain, outer space, augmented reality and is “well” here. the weather. Maryland Day has something for everyone! Students, Faculty, Staff Families Show your friends and family why you’re Bring your children and enjoy the fun and proud to be part of the Maryland community. interactive events, live music and food. Alumni Prospective Students Catch up with fellow Terps at the alumni tent Learn about our outstanding academics, on Hornbake Plaza and visit the Samuel Riggs meet deans, admissions officials and current IV Alumni Center, the beautiful home for all students, and see all that Maryland has to Maryland graduates. offer. Stop by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions tent on McKeldin Mall to ask your questions. marylandday.umd.edu Rain or shine / Admission and parking are free #MARYLANDDAY TERP TOWN CENTER THE MAIN STAGE Find fun all day on Maryland Day’s Main Stage. Meet some of UMD’s student-athletes, enjoy performances by Terp musicians and help break a world record. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 12:30-2:30 p.m. Football Autograph Session and Interactive Training Women’s Basketball Autograph Session Activity Join members of the team for a photo and autograph session. Join members of the team for a photo and autograph session and One photo and autograph per person; the line is limited to the interactive training session. ICA first 500 people.ICA Noon-12:30 p.m. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Mighty Sound of Maryland Drumline Volleyball Interactive Activity Percussionists with the Mighty Sound of Maryland perform Mary- Join members of the team for some volleyball on McKeldin Mall. land favorites. UNRL Meet and interact with members of the volleyball team and learn skills. ICA 12:30-2:30 p.m. Men’s Basketball Autograph Session 2:30-3 p.m. Join members of the team for a photo and autograph session. No Excuses Workout and World Record Attempt One photo and autograph per person; the line will be limited to School of Public Health alumnus and celebrity trainer Steve the first 500 people. ICA Jordan leads a group fitness exercise that encourages you to move your body, change your emotional state, improve your mental clarity and increase movement. Plus, help break the world record for the 60-second plank challenge. SPH Maryland Day Tours en Español On-Call Sign Language Interpreter The Office of Community Engagement hosts tours The Accessibility and Disability Service provides in Spanish on Maryland Day. Visit the colleges, on-call sign language interpreters during Maryland schools, departments and other organizations that Day. Visitors can request service in the main are showcasing their research, educational, artistic lobby of the Shoemaker Building or by calling and community projects, including Greater College 301.314.7651. Park and the Do Good Campus. Terp Gear for Sale! Need Maryland gear? The UMD Bookstore tent will have basketballs, jerseys and more for purchase. UBC Greater College Park Visit participating College Park merchants on Maryland Day and receive a 20% discount on select products and services. Free parking is available in the garage at the intersection of Knox Road and Yale Avenue from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Help us reduce our environmental impact: Sustainability on Maryland Day The university is committed to making Maryland Bring a reusable Consider carpooling, Day an environmentally sustainable event. bottle and fill it at taking Metro to our one of our indoor event or using our water filling stations. bicycle valet. TERP TOWN CENTER COLLEGE & DEPARTMENT TENTS Global Professionals: Arabic and MCKELDIN MALL Persian CAMPUS PROGRAMS & Reducing Poverty With Penny ALL-DAY EVENTS: Explore UMD’s Global Professional MARYLAND SUPPORTERS TENT Appeal USA 10 a.m.–4 p.m. programs in Arabic and Persian, where Penny Appeal USA is a new nonprofit students learn from a cutting-edge MCKELDIN MALL language curriculum. Enjoy henna art ALL-DAY EVENTS: working to tackle intergenerational poverty through sustainable and inno- Answers to Your Admission and and tasty snacks, and have your name 10 a.m.–4 p.m. vative programs. Come learn about its Financial Aid Questions written in Arabic or Persian. ARHU Meet representatives from the offices fun(draising) events and exciting volun- of Undergraduate Admissions and College Mentors for Kids teer opportunities as part of its efforts Junkyard Instrument Student Financial Aid, who can answer This one-on-one mentoring program to provide computers to inner-city and Experimentation your questions about applying as an pairs UMD students with Prince rural schools, and place vital social Construct a wacky instrument out of undergraduate student and discuss George’s County elementary school- services resources at the fingertips of PVC pipes, then try playing it. You never scholarship and financial aid opportu- children. Terps meet with the kids on refugees and undocumented immi- know what sound you’ll make! ARHU nities at UMD. #BeATerp EM campus every week and organize fun grants. UNRL Put Yourself on the Map workshops and activities that pro- Campus Walking Tours Learn about the history of immigra- mote career development, community Police Display Tent Explore the campus during a leisurely tion to Maryland and participate in a engagement and cultural diversity Meet University of Maryland police one-hour walk led by a student tour map-building project where you can appreciation. UNRL officers and staff and see equipment guide. Tours leave every half-hour. EM and vehicles. UMPD record and preserve your own story Explore the Maryland-National that illustrates the ethnic diversity in College Park: A Smart Place to Live Capital Park and Planning Sustainability: It’s in Our Nature Maryland. ARHU Meet city officials, civic organizations, Commission Join the Office of Sustainability to and regional recreation and tourist agen- The commission operates the public learn about the natural materials in Write Your Name in Greek and Latin cies. Learn about local services, resourc- park systems, provides land-use plan- everyday products. Check out a mini Stop by to learn how to write your name es and other public interests. UNRL ning for the majority of Montgomery wetland and find out why wetlands and introduce yourself in Greek and and Prince George’s counties and op- are important to everyone in the COLLEGE OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Latin. ARHU erates the public recreation program in Chesapeake Bay watershed. Learn how Writers Do Good Prince George’s County. Learn about its you can make your home wildlife- and Around the World in 40 Languages Write a postcard to make a difference. programs, facilities and services. UNRL bay-friendly and enjoy great activities Using our green screen photo booth, Learn about and participate in opportu- for kids of all ages. OS have your picture taken in front of the Explore Your World ... Study Abroad country of your choice and then send nities to write for civic good. ARHU Discover how #TerpsAbroad live and The Diamondback an e-postcard to friends and family. Writing Technologies Through Time learn in Morocco, Chile, Singapore, Meet staff members from The ARHU From clay tablets and scrolls to type- Spain and dozens of other locales. Get Diamondback, the student-run indepen- writers and computers, take a look at inspired through geography games and dent school newspaper. Ask questions, Books and Blankets the tools used to write over time. ARHU by learning about Education Abroad’s grab a paper and play games to win Take a break to read! Find literature for 400-plus programs.