Shady Grove Orientation
Welcome to Maryland Smith
Welcome to the Smith School of Business and the University of Maryland!
We are delighted that you have decided to be part of our incredible learning community. The University of Maryland is among the best universities in the world. Additionally, the Smith School is widely regarded as one of the best business schools. As a new student to UMD and Smith, I think you will quickly realize that your affiliation as a student in both learning communities is a very powerful combination.
At Maryland and Smith you will find many current students, alumni, staff, and faculty who are ready, willing, and able to welcome you with open arms. I encourage you to follow the orientation steps outlined below and spend some time reviewing the supplemental materials as the first step in your Smith journey. From there, we will pair you up with a Smith advisor who focuses on undergraduate success, including yours.
Our goal is aligned with your goal: provide you the advice and support needed so that you realize your potential here at the University of Maryland and beyond.
Thank you for choosing Smith! Welcome!
Sincerely,
Joe Bailey, PhD
Associate Dean
Undergraduate Program
Robert H. Smith School of Business
University of Maryland
Orientation Modules
1. Professional Development
The importance of professional development is explored in this module. Students are also introduced to a variety of unique professional development opportunities available at Maryland Smith.
Facilitators
Courtney Bigger
Associate Director, Undergraduate Student Programming, Office of Career Services
Lizeth Gonzalez Smith
Program Manager, Employer Relations, Office of Career Services
2. Opportunities for Engagement
This module discusses opportunities available to students who wish to join major-specific clubs or work with the Associate Dean to make an impact on the Smith at USG Program.
Facilitator
Lindsay Cabrera
Coordinator, Undergraduate Program
3. Academic Policies
Important academic policies which govern the academic experience at Maryland Smith are reviewed throughout this module.
Facilitator
Ebony Fullwood
Assistant Director and Academic Advisor, Undergraduate Program
4. Course Registration
Information on how to register for classes at Maryland Smith as well as next steps in the orientation process are reviewed throughout this module.
Facilitator
Aki Noguchi Giron
Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator, Smith Undergraduate Program at Shady Grove