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AGNR & IAA Prospective Student Info Session


Monday, Oct 05
  • 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM

Welcome to AGNR! We invite you to join us for a comprehensive presentation highlighting our diverse academic program options. Following the overview, we will transition into major-specific discussion groups, where you can connect directly with our knowledgeable AGNR Student Ambassadors to learn program details first-hand!  

AGNR & IAA Prospective Student Info Session


  • Monday, September 28 - Monday, September 28

Welcome to AGNR! We invite you to join us for a comprehensive presentation highlighting our diverse academic program options. Following the overview, we will transition into major-specific discussion groups, where you can connect directly with our knowledgeable AGNR Student Ambassadors to learn program details first-hand!  

AGNR & IAA Prospective Student Info Session


  • Friday, September 25 - Friday, September 25

Welcome to AGNR! We invite you to join us for a comprehensive presentation highlighting our diverse academic program options. Following the overview, we will transition into major-specific discussion groups, where you can connect directly with our knowledgeable AGNR Student Ambassadors to learn program details first-hand!  

AGNR Fall Tailgate


AGNR alumni at the fall tailgate
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Location
Animal Science Courtyard
  • Saturday, September 19 - Saturday, September 19
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Location
Animal Science Courtyard

An old school rivalry renewed! Join us as Virginia Tech returns to College Park to face the Terrapins on Saturday, September 19. Our tailgate will kick-off at 4:30pm and end around gametime at 7:30pm. Lots of great food and good times await. Don't miss out, get your game and tailgate tickets soon! 

Maryland State Fair


AGNR students with cows at the State Fair
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Location
Timonium Fairgrounds
  • Thursday, September 10 - Thursday, September 10
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Timonium Fairgrounds

The annual end of summer tradition that you won't want to miss! Maryland State Fair returns to Timonium Fairgrounds. Celebrate Maryland agriculture with AGNR, Maryland 4-H, University of Maryland Extension, and the farming community. 

Maryland State Fair


AGNR students with cows at the State Fair
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Location
Timonium Fairgrounds
  • Thursday, September 03 - Thursday, September 03
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Location
Timonium Fairgrounds

The annual end of summer tradition that you won't want to miss! Maryland State Fair returns to Timonium Fairgrounds. Celebrate Maryland agriculture with AGNR, Maryland 4-H, University of Maryland Extension, and the farming community. 

Maryland State Fair


AGNR students with cows at the State Fair
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  • Thursday, August 27 - Thursday, August 27
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The annual end of summer tradition that you won't want to miss! Maryland State Fair returns to Timonium Fairgrounds for three weekends starting August 27. Celebrate Maryland agriculture with AGNR, Maryland 4-H, University of Maryland Extension, and the farming community. 

Grow It, Eat It, Preserve It!


Flyer to promote George Creek Grow it Eat It Preserve It Food Preservation Programs - colorful jars of produce with pressure canner pot
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More information and registration should be completed at the Allegany County Library System website calendar or by calling your local library branch. https://www.alleganycountylibrary.info/contact-us/

Calendar and Registration Links: https://allegany.librarymarket.com/events/month?keywords=Grow%20It%2C%20Eat%20It%2C%20Preserve%20It

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Cost
Free Event
Location
Various
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Workshop taught by UME Educators 

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Phone: 301-724-3320
  • Monday, August 10 - Monday, August 10
  • Friday, August 14 - Friday, August 14
  • Friday, August 21 - Friday, August 21
  • Wednesday, August 26 - Wednesday, August 26
Registration

More information and registration should be completed at the Allegany County Library System website calendar or by calling your local library branch. https://www.alleganycountylibrary.info/contact-us/

Calendar and Registration Links: https://allegany.librarymarket.com/events/month?keywords=Grow%20It%2C%20Eat%20It%2C%20Preserve%20It

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Cost
Free Event
Location
Various
About the Organizer

Workshop taught by UME Educators 

Contact
Phone: 301-724-3320

Join UME Faculty for this Grow It Eat It Preserve It workshops at the Allegany County Library System locations. Learn canning, drying, and freezing basics; Hands-on, practical food preservation skills; Accessible and practical sessions for
beginners and experienced learners alike. 

Monday, Aug. 10 from 2:00 PM-4:30 PM - LaVale Library
Friday, Aug. 14 from 11:15 AM-1:45 PM - Westernport Library @121 Main
Friday, Aug. 21 from 9:30 AM-12:00 PM - Frostburg Library
Wednesday, Aug. 26 from 1:00 PM-3:30 PM - George’s Creek Library

More information and registration should be completed at the Allegany County Library System website calendar or by calling your local library branch. https://www.alleganycountylibrary.info/contact-us/

Calendar and Registration Links: https://allegany.librarymarket.com/events/month?keywords=Grow%20It%2C%20Eat%20It%2C%20Preserve%20It
 

 

Careers in Food Science


  • Monday, November 02 - Monday, November 02

Curious about where a career in food science could take you? Join us for an exciting panel discussion featuring professionals from the field! Learn about their career paths, day-to-day experiences, and get advice on how to break into the industry. Whether you're interested in product development, food safety, research, or sustainability, this event is perfect for students looking to explore career opportunities in food science.

Bring your questions for the Q&A and discover your next steps in this dynamic field!

Environmental & GIS Career Fair


Promo image for Environmental & GIS Career Fair
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Job Seeker: https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/ad2427be-33fe-4f18-9255-aa95669e3804/student_preview
 

Employer: https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/ad2427be-33fe-4f18-9255-aa95669e3804/employer_preview

  • Wednesday, October 28 - Wednesday, October 28

The Environmental Career & Internship Fair connects students with employers looking to hire for full-time and part-time jobs and internships in the fields of environmental policy, communication, and research, GIS, conservation, and sustainability. 

This event is open to all UMD students and alumni! Let us know you’re coming by registering on Handshake to receive event updates and review the employers who are participating.

We are still processing employer registrations, so please continue to check the list on Handshake as we get closer to the event. 

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