Advising Updates

1. Last day for schedule adjustment
1. Graduating this Fall? Congratulations! Please remember to submit your graduation application before the end of schedule adjustment (today!)
2. CRA Upcoming Webinars! Register Now!
3. Meet our reps! CS Student Representatives for FA26/SP27
4. Transfer Terp Mixer next Thursday, 9/24! 
5. Computing Catalyst Sprinternship Applications are open now, with a deadline of September 21st. 
6. Register for the CS Career Fair
1. The University Career Fair will be held in person on October 1-2, and virtually October 8
2. UCC@CMNS will be hosting Prepare for the Fair events leading up to the fairs  
7. Counseling Center Wellness Series:
1. September 15: Navigating Change and Uncertainty 
2. September 16: Mastering Mindfulness 
3. September 17: Time Management 

1. Welcome back! Need help getting settled for the Fall? We will hold virtual drop-in advising every day of schedule adjustment from 1-3pm
1. Are there classes on Labor Day? No! Enjoy the upcoming long weekend
2. Graduating this Fall? Congratulations! Please remember to submit your graduation application before the end of schedule adjustment (9/14)
3. Welcome Back Ice Cream Social today from 1pm-3pm in the Lobby of Iribe!
4. Interested in Research? Take CMSC396H! 
5. Don't forget to have fun! Terps After Dark and NextNow events will be held throughout the coming weeks, make sure you take time to enjoy the activities and make new friends! You can also apply for free tickets at Clarice events starting today. Check the Campus Calendar for upcoming events and exhibitions you might like to attend.
6. Check in with yourself! The Counseling Center’s Fall Wellness Series will begin on September 9th witth a session on Successful Study Skills; register here!
7. You will receive the Official Welcome Email from your assigned academic advisor by the end of September. This email will include information about the course permission timeline, information about mandatory advising for new students, and information about how returning students should schedule meetings with their advisor. 
8. Computing Catalyst Sprinternship Applications are open now, with a deadline of September 21st. 
9. First Look Fair September 10th, 10am-3pm on McKeldin Mall 
10. Register for the CS Career Fair
1. The University Career Fair will be held in person on October 1-2, and virtually October 8
2. UCC@CMNS will be hosting Prepare for the Fair events leading up to the fairs, stay tuned!
11. Study Abroad Fair September 9th, 2pm-5pm, Stamp Grand Ballroom
12. Transfer Terp Mixer September 24, from 3:30-5:30PM in the Iribe Lobby/cantilever. Enjoy games, crafts, and resources! 
13. Look forward to free CS Terp Yoga starting on Mondays in October. More details to come! 
14. Thank you for reading our update! Take a deep breath, you are ready for the semester and we are here to help and support you.

1. This will be the last weekly announcement from the 2025/2026 Advising ELMS page! Keep an eye out for an invitation to the 2026/2027 Advising Elms page to stay up to date with department announcements and current internship/job/research resources.
2. School starts soon! Reach out to your academic advisor if you have any questions about finalizing your Fall schedule before the first day of classes on August 31.
3. Summer Session 2 classes end this week on 8/21; if you are intending to graduate this summer and have not applied for graduation yet, please email CMNS at cmnsque [at] umd [dot] edu () as soon as possible to request a late graduation application
4. Fall CS Career Fair 9/28, Register on Handshake (coming soon!)
5. Welcome Back Social 8/31 from 1-3 PM
6. CMSC470 has been added to the schedule of classes for the Fall! Please reach out to your advisor for course permissions if you are interested in registering 
7. Thinking of completing research for credit this Fall? Please reach out to your advisor for information on how to register for CMSC499A, the CMSC upper level research elective. 

1. Hiring for CS Tutors has begun! Apply today and help your fellow students!
2. UR2PhD: Undergraduate Research Training Course
3. Open Sourcery Board Nomination for 2026/2027
4. CMSC416 and CMSC470 have been added to the Fall 2026 schedule of classes. Please reach out to your advisor if you would like to update your course permissions!
5. The CS Emergency Fund is now open to receive applications from all CS majors

The following courses have been added to the Fall 2026 schedule:

• CMSC416
• CMSC470

Please reach out to your advisor if you would like to update your course permissions!

1. Update to CS Honors Requirements: there is no longer an application to enter the program. The application is now at the end of the process, and CS Honors are awarded based on the completion of the program’s requirements. Please contact honors-chairs [at] cs [dot] umd [dot] edu () with any questions! 
2. CMSC416 and CMSC470 have been added to the Fall 2026 schedule of classes. Please reach out to your advisor if you would like to update your course permissions! 
3. The CS Emergency Fund is now open to receive applications from all CS majors
4. If you are registered (or planning to register) for a Summer course please check the semester deadlines for schedule adjustment information! Deadlines can vary depending on the class.
5. Last day to apply for summer 2026 graduation is July 16, 2026. 
6. Friday July 24th: Summer Undergraduate Research Conference

1. *New* Internship program
2. Summer Undergraduate Research conference, Proposal due on Monday, July 6 at 11:59pm. 
3. Your advising office is still open! Please reach out to your advisor if you have any questions or would like to schedule a meeting. The Summer is a great time to consider your academic options, away from the pressure of semester deadlines!
1. Have a quick question? Stop by Summer Drop Ins! 
4. If you are registered (or planning to register) for a Summer course please check the semester deadlines for schedule adjustment information! Deadlines can vary depending on the class.
5. Last day to apply for summer 2026 graduation is July 16, 2026. 
6. The CS Emergency Fund is now open to receive applications from all CS 
7. Application deadline is Monday July 6th for UIFCW for in person event registration
8. Next CS Newsletter will be issued on July 6th. Check your terpmail!

1. Your advising office is still open! Please reach out to your advisor if you have any questions or would like to schedule a meeting. The Summer is a great time to consider your academic options, away from the pressure of semester deadlines!
1. Have a quick question? Stop by Summer Drop Ins! 
2. If you are registered (or planning to register) for a Summer course please check the semester deadlines for schedule adjustment information! Deadlines can vary depending on the class.
3. Last day to apply for summer 2026 graduation is July 16, 2026. 
4. The CS Emergency Fund is now open to receive applications from all CS Undergraduate Majors.  

1. Today is the last day of finals, good luck!
2. The CS Commencement Social will be held on Tuesday, May 19th at 2:30pm in the Iribe Lobby. 
3. CMNS Undergraduate Commencement will be on Wednesday, May 20th at 9:00am in the Xfinity Center; graduates will need to report to Xfinity by 7:30am.
4. The Main University Commencement will be on Wednesday, May 20th at 6:00pm at SECU Stadium; graduates are assigned a 4:30pm or 5:00pm arrival time to Cole Fieldhouse.
5. Vote now for your student representative for the CS Department Council! Voting closes Sunday, May 31st. 
6. Upcoming Yoga Sessions (on Iribe rooftop/gallery): 
1. Tuesday, May 19 @ 8:45AM
7. Hourly TA app is now open for FA26
8. CS Teaching Award Nominations
9. Graduation Survey
10. NOAA conference  (UIFCW26)
11. Research Opportunity! Seeking 2 undergraduate research assistants
12. The University and CS Advising Office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, 2026.
13. Summer Session 1 courses being June 1, 2026
14. Wishing everyone a smooth process for packing and moving out. Have a fantastic summer!

1. Check your email for the CS Student Newsletter this afternoon! Good luck with finals!
2. The CS Commencement Social will be held on Tuesday, May 19th at 2:30pm in the Iribe Lobby. 
3. Upcoming Yoga Sessions (on Iribe rooftop/gallery): 
1. Monday, May 11@ 12PM
2. Friday, May 15 @ 12PM
3. Monday, May 18 & Tuesday, May 19 @ 8:45AM
4. Hourly TA app is now open for FA26
5. Education Committee and Dept council nominations - Student Rep
6. The CS Department committee on CS Curriculum and AI is requesting your assistance in evaluating the use of Generative AI in CS classes. We request that you complete the anonymous survey at  https://forms.gle/EKt4WWnz7bXdkndw9.
7. CS Teaching Award Nominations
8. Graduation Survey
9. NOAA conference  (UIFCW26)
10. Research Opportunity! Seeking 2 undergraduate research assistants