Are you dedicated to making an impact in the world? Are you looking for opportunities that align with your passion? Beyond the Classroom is a great opportunity for students interested in engaging in public service and social change! Apply now to join Beyond the Classroom next Fall!
As a BTC student you will get the opportunity to
· Explore civic issues that matter to YOU!
· Engage in community service and civic learning activities;
· Gain real-world experience through high-quality internships;
· Receive a “Civic Engagement” notation on your transcript.
As part of BTC you gain an interdisciplinary foundation and apply your skills in civic engagement and social change in a global context across 3 courses (7 credits). Past Psychology students have interned in locations such as, Baltimore Behavioral Health, Suicide Prevention Action Network, Forbush Preschool for Autistic Children, and many more! You will also lead change in local communities! Past student initiatives included raising awareness about sexual violence at UMD and seeking solutions to food issues in College Park, among many other.
If you will have at least 45 credits at the end of this semester we encourage you to visit www.btc.umd.edu for program information. Contact BTC at 301-314-6621 or by email at btcinfo@umd.edu with any questions.
Applications for Fall 2016 are accepted on a rolling basis. The final deadline to apply is May 6, 2016.
· Engage in community service and civic learning activities;
· Gain real-world experience through high-quality internships;
· Receive a “Civic Engagement” notation on your transcript.
As part of BTC you gain an interdisciplinary foundation and apply your skills in civic engagement and social change in a global context across 3 courses (7 credits). Past Psychology students have interned in locations such as, Baltimore Behavioral Health, Suicide Prevention Action Network, Forbush Preschool for Autistic Children, and many more! You will also lead change in local communities! Past student initiatives included raising awareness about sexual violence at UMD and seeking solutions to food issues in College Park, among many other.
If you will have at least 45 credits at the end of this semester we encourage you to visit www.btc.umd.edu for program information. Contact BTC at 301-314-6621 or by email at btcinfo@umd.edu with any questions.
Applications for Fall 2016 are accepted on a rolling basis. The final deadline to apply is May 6, 2016.