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University Of Maryland Celebrates 18Th Annual Maryland Day

April 27, 2016 College of Arts and Humanities

University Of Maryland Celebrates 18Th Annual Maryland Day

Maryland Day is packed with exciting events in six learning neighborhoods across campus.

COLLEGE PARK, Md. – The University of Maryland will host its 18th annual Maryland Day from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2016. UMD's campus-wide celebration of innovation, creativity and academic excellence will offer more than 400 free, family-friendly events and exhibits that teach and inspire future innovators.

A variety of events and activities spanning the entire UMD campus will be divided into six learning neighborhoods, including Terp Town CenterAg Day AvenueArt & Design PlaceBiz & Society HillSports & Rec Rowand Science & Tech Way

Highlights for this year’s Maryland Day include:

  • “Do Good” Campus – Take part in a fun and inspiring journey across UMD’s “do good” campus, exploring how students are taking on real-world issues. Enjoy activities and exhibits, games to test your social smarts and the Do Good Dollar exercise to support Terps improving our communities. Visit all stations for the chance to take home a prize. 

  • Launch UMD – Student entrepreneurs, social leaders and artists compete to win cash prizes to bring their dream projects to life. Join the live audience or visit the Launch UMD tent on McKeldin Mall to select a winner and support the next big thing to come out of UMD.

  • Diversity Cooking Stage – UMD chefs showcase the diversity of the Dining Services team members, who come from over 70 countries, and incorporate local products into dishes that represent the diversity of Maryland. Learn how to prepare some flavorful dishes inspired by El Salvadorian, Vietnamese, Native American and Ethiopian cuisine and a common international cooking methodâbarbecue. Guests will receive a sample of the dish and can take home recipe cards.

  • Men’s and Women’s Basketball Autograph Sessions – Join members of the teams for a photo and autograph session. One photo and autograph per person; the line will be limited to the first 500 people.

  • Come Fly with Gymkana – Take flight in the home of Gymkana, the student troupe showcasing gymnastics and acrobatics. Participate in an obstacle course including the trampoline, spring floor, bars and other equipment that team members use to create their magical performances.

  • Fearless Foaling – Visit the newest members of the UMD farm family: our 1-month-old thoroughbred foals. These little athletes are sure to please as they frolic in the paddock pretending to be the next winner of Maryland’s Preakness Stakes.

  • Mars: A Planet Populated by Robots – Robots are our partners for exploring the planets, deep ocean and other frontiers. Check out the robots UMD engineers are developing for upcoming exploration missions. If you ask nicely, you might get to drive one.

In addition, visitors can learn about UMD’s schools and colleges, catch up with fellow Terps and enjoy live performances and food. 

To view the full Maryland Day schedule, visit www.MarylandDay.umd.edu. Follow the celebration and join on social media with #MarylandDay. 

Maryland Day will take place rain or shine. Parking and admission are free.