Events
The College of Education is pleased to partner with other groups on campus to encourage our students, faculty and staff to engage fully in their community and civic life. This work happens year-round, but check out these activities happening this fall to help you learn about the issues in the election and to prepare to 'Get Out the Vote!'
Upcoming Events
October 10, 2024 | 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Living Democracy Symposium, Stamp Student Union
UMD Libraries are hosting a one-day symposium to examine how we can work together to save democracy. Registration is required and details about the day can be found on their website. This event is co-sponsored by the Maryland Democracy Initiative, Terps Vote, and the Students Learn Students Vote Coalition. To register, click here.
November 20-22, 2024
2024 National Student Vote Conference, Stamp Student Union
Bringing together students, faculty, campus staff, administrators and non-profit leaders, this summit aims to build connections within the nonpartisan student democratic engagement space, share valuable lessons learned, provide comprehensive training and resources, and ignite a shared momentum toward our collective goals for 2025. Registration is required and a limited number of scholarships may be available for UMD students. This event is co-sponsored by the Maryland Democracy Initiative, Terps Vote, and the Students Learn Students Vote Coalition. To register, click here.
Past Events
April 8-9, 2024 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The College of Education Senate presents “Because Your Vote Matters!” in the lobby of the Benjamin Building.
October 18, 2022 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
UMDemocracy: Social Media's Influence on Democracy (featuring College of Education Assistant Professor Sarah McGrew)
As members of the Digital Age, we are constantly consuming information from the media be it through more traditional sources such as television or less traditional ones such as social media. At every turn there are facts and figures being shared, especially in an election year. Have you ever stopped to think, 'Is this true?'. If so, join our panel of experts, including College of Education's very own Dr. Sarah McGrew, to learn more how social media influences topics related to politics and elections and how this will affect the midterm election.
November 1, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
College of Education Get out the Vote
The College of Education Graduate Student Organization presents "Get Out the Vote." Grab donuts and a hot fall beverage, and learn more about #EdTerpsVote.