For More from the School of Public Policy:
Oct
30
Thu
Thursday
0102 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Military assistance has a bad reputation. Large-scale attempts to build partner militaries in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Vietnam cost the United States billions of dollars and ended ignominiously, with the collapse of local forces as American troops withdrew.
Oct
30
Thu
Thursday
3301 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Join the Policy Student Government Association (PSGA) for a conversation with Dean Gustavo Flores-Macías about his vision for SPP. There will be opportunities to ask questions and engage in discussion. Food will be provided!
Past Events
Oct
01
Wed
Wednesday
0102 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Join Career Services for an information session with the United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA). The UNA-NCA aims to create conversations and connect individuals with programs that best align with their international interests.
Oct
02
Thu
Thursday
0102 Thurgood Marshall Hall
How can diplomatic history help us decode the origins of the Ukraine-Russia conflict and navigate a new era of global instability? Dr. Michael C.
Oct
03
Fri
Friday
Atrium, Thurgood Marshall Hall
Come and enjoy some popcorn and treats with the School of Public Policy at Thurgood Marshall Hall! While here you can learn all about the public policy major, minors and career services with staff and faculty.
Oct
07
Tue
Tuesday
2202 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Oct
07
Tue
Tuesday
1101 Rossborough Inn
CGS PhD student Cam Wejnert-Depue will share insights from research on the integration of wellbeing into climate strategies.
Oct
07
Tue
Tuesday
Zoom
The United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General is hosting a virtual information session with SPP. You will be provided an overview of working at USPS OIG.
Oct
07
Tue
Tuesday
Zoom
Learn how the Bachelor's/MPP program streamlines your path from undergrad to graduate school, saving you time, money, and giving you a head start in your career.
Oct
08
Wed
Wednesday
Zoom
Meet virtually with current students and staff to learn about the Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy, Bachelor of Arts in Global and Foreign Policy and policy minors. Parents and families are welcome.
Oct
09
Thu
Thursday
Thurgood Marshall Hall
First held this summer, the well-received Navigating Career Transitions workshop is returning this fall.As an alum of the School of Public Policy, we are here to support you throughout your entire career serving the public good.
Oct
09
Thu
Thursday
Thurgood Marshall Hall, Room 0102
Over the past twenty years, the United States has been involved in a range of conflicts, placing significant demands on the individuals who are deployed, often multiple times.
Oct
14
Tue
Tuesday
UMD School of Public Policy, Thurgood Marshall Hall
A Daylong Convening of Leaders focused on Change for ChildrenSponsored the Karabelle Pizzigati Initiative in Advocacy for Children, Youth and Families, the Do Good Institute and the Maryland Center on Economic Policy
Oct
14
Tue
Tuesday
1101 Rossborough Inn
In this discussion, CGS Assistant Research Scholar Jay Fuhrman will cover new model developments for carbon management technologies as well as their role in
Oct
15
Wed
Wednesday
3301 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Join SPP for research presented by Marcus Board Jr. of Howard University.
Oct
15
Wed
Wednesday
3301 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Become a Champion for Children!All kids are born with promise and potential. Mrs. Karabelle Pizzagti devoted her life to advocating for children so that their promises could be fulfilled and their potential realized.
Oct
16
Thu
Thursday
2202 Thurgood Marshall Hall
The Social, Health, Education Policy Student Council (SHEP) welcomes all undergraduate and graduate students interested in social policy to our first event of the year! We will have coffee and snacks as we build our community and talk about social policy at SPP.
Oct
17
Fri
Friday
0301 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Meet with staff and current policy students, tour Thurgood Marshall Hall and learn about the Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy, Bachelor of Arts in Global and Foreign Policy and policy minors. Parents and families are welcome.
Oct
20
Mon
Monday
3301 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Meet with staff and current policy students, tour Thurgood Marshall Hall and learn about the Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy, Bachelor of Arts in Global and Foreign Policy and policy minors. Parents and families are welcome.
Oct
20
Mon
Monday
1301 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Come learn about everything UMD libraries have to offer and meet the public policy librarian, Marcus Ortiz. This workshop is presented by SPP Graduate Studies but is open to all students. Feel free to bring your lunch!
Oct
20
Mon
Monday
0301 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Join Queer Policy Terps (QPT) for the first meeting of the year, which will focus on pressing queer policy issues. Meet new friends while engaging in discussions and dreaming big about our shared queer future.
Oct
21
Tue
Tuesday
1101 Rossborough Inn
During this session Prof. Anna Alberini will discuss how countries perceive adaptation and determine willingness to adapt.
Oct
21
Tue
Tuesday
2202 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Join ISEP/IDEV faculty and International Policy Council leaders to discuss spring courses, academic year 2026-27 curriculum, upcoming events, and ideas for the future. Pizza provided!
Oct
21
Tue
Tuesday
2202 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Come learn more about the School of Public Policy's new major, Global and Foreign Policy. Faculty will be available to share details and answer questions about the program.
Oct
21
Tue
Tuesday
Atrium, Thurgood Marshall Hall
Join the School of Public Policy and the Do Good Institute for an interactive, discussion-based event featuring experts on today’s most pressing policy threats. Dive into chilling conversations and explore the policy issues that keep us up at night. This year's topics include:
Oct
22
Wed
Wednesday
Zoom
CGS Associate Director Ryna Cui will join an upcoming Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) webinar to discuss Indonesia's upcoming NDC and
Oct
22
Wed
Wednesday
Zoom
Join Career Services for a resume and cover letter workshop. This is a great opportunity for students to learn tips and best practices for their resumes and cover letters ahead of the spring and summer internship/job application cycles.
Oct
24
Fri
Friday
Zoom
Meet virtually with current students and staff to learn about the Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy, Bachelor of Arts in Global and Foreign Policy and policy minors. Parents and families are welcome.
Oct
27
Mon
Monday
2202 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Meet with staff and current policy students, tour Thurgood Marshall Hall and learn about the Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy, Bachelor of Arts in Global and Foreign Policy and policy minors. Parents and families are welcome.
Oct
28
Tue
Tuesday
1101 Rossborough Inn
During this session CGS Research Associate Claire Squire will share her research on the intersection of forests, food, and fuel at Indonesia’s National Strategic Project in Merauke, South Papua.
Oct
29
Wed
Wednesday
3301 Thurgood Marshall Hall
Speaker: Steve Fetter, SPP
Oct
29
Wed
Wednesday
3301 Thurgood Marshall Hall
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, inclusive leadership is more essential than ever.