March 8, 2021 Issue
PTMBAA ESPN Tournament Challenge
Starting March 14th
Be sure to join the Smith PTMBAA Tournament Challenge!

Brackets are available starting on 3/14.

The best brackets at the end of the tournament will win an Amazon gift card: First Place: $100 Second Place: $50 Third Place: $25  

Additional prizes will be awarded for a variety of categories.
Monte Carlo Night 2021
March 27th | 6-8PM
Are you ready to party??

Save the date for Monte Carlo Night!

Follow montecarlo_2021 on IG and UMD Smith MBA - Monte Carlo 2021 on FB for event updates and more info.
Now Accepting PTMBAA Board Nominations!

Nominations are now open for the 2021-2022 Part-Time MBA Association Board. Read the nomination packet for full details.
Board Election Timeline:
  • Nominations Open: February 22nd
  • PTMBAA Hosted Campaign Zoom Events: Monday, March 29th - Thursday, April 2nd (Zoom details to follow)
  • Board Voting: March 29th - April 5th
  • Winners Announced: April 9th

Additional questions? Email us at ptmbaa@marylandsmith.umd.edu or reach out to a member of the board:


As always, if you have any other questions, suggestions, or concerns related to the part-time program, reach out to us at ptmbaa@rhsmith.umd.edu.
Career VIP Networking Series
We're excited to continue developing a sense of community and expand networking during these novel times. This Social series will be focused on career networking.

Tables will be set up in virtual event in accordance with industry. You will have the opportunity to walk the room and visit tables for those industries. Additionally, the last thirty minutes we will enable 1-on-1 speed networking.


Save the date! Each Career Networking event will be held at the end of each month:
  • March 22 from 5:00pm-6:00pm (Deadline to register: March 17th)
  • April 19th from 5:00pm-6:00pm (Deadline to register April 14th)
PTMBAA & MPO Present Virtual Paint Night
Saturday, April 24 |4:00pm - 6:00pm
Need a creative outlet? Join us for an artistic escape with a Virtual Paint Night session!  

The event will be hosted by Wonderfully Made4You with a live art instructor. The art theme will be the Maryland state flag and signature blue crab. 
All art supplies will be provided for free and shipped to students who register by Monday, March 29, 2021.
Social Media
Connect with us and get the latest PTMBAA news on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag us in your event photos and don't forget hashtags. #SmithPTMBAA #SmithMBA
Help Us Give Back to the Community
Everyone who donates will be entered into a raffle for Amazon Gift Cards
The PTMBA Association would like to begin 2021 by giving back to the local community, so we are partnering with the Capital Area Food Bank to raise $1,000!

The Capital Area Food Bank is one of the largest hunger-fighting organizations in DC, and they work with many local community partners to deliver nutritious meals directly to those in need. By donating just $1, the Capital Area Food Bank is able to supply two meals, whether that be via a local soup kitchen, a women's shelter, or a senior facility.

Please visit the below link to donate today. We thank you for your kind heart and generosity.
Community Service Event with a Wider Circle
April 15 | 4:30PM-6:00PM
On April 15th from 4:30 to 6:00pm, the Smith School will partner with A Wider Circle to hold an Elevator Pitch Workshop designed to help A Wider Circle participants practice their networking skills and personal branding pitch. 

Please join us for this exciting and fulfilling virtual event! 

As a Smith student, you will be paired with a participant from A Wider Circle, where you will use guiding questions (provided to you in advance) to help your participant craft and improve their elevator pitch, personal brand, and general networking skills. We will hold a 20 minute group discussion and de-brief at the end. 
Updates from MPO
Updates from OCS
Join OCS's MBA/MS: “Hot Jobs!” LinkedIn Group
If you’re looking for a position or have a position at your company to share, please join OCS's Smith MBA & MS: "Hot Jobs!" LinkedIn Group.

Let’s carry on the Terps Helping Terps spirit!
Career Coaching Appointments
To schedule an appointment with your OCS Career Coach, please visit www.HireSmith.net to create an account and select an appointment date and time that’s convenient for you. HireSmith is available 24/7. 

If you experience any technical difficulties with HireSmith, please contact the HireSmith tech team at SmithOCSservice@umd.edu. 

Remote coaching options are always available. Simply list how you’d like to be reached in the notes section each time you schedule your appointment.