What does it mean to be a Scholars student? During this event, freshmen Scholars will learn what makes Scholars unique and what it means to be a part of this community at the University of Maryland.

First-year Scholars' begin their first full day as Terps with a day-long service activity with their Scholars program.

A renowned scholar of political psychology, political violence and genocide, James Glass oversaw the International Studies Scholars program for 15 years. Dr. James Glass, director of the International Studies (IS) Scholars program for the past 15 years, has stepped down from his post, effective June 30. He was the longest-serving director in IS history.

Incoming Scholars likely have a number of questions about how to choose a roommate, what the process for random roommate matching is and more.