Unofficial Graduate Student Guide to CLIS

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This is a guide for students in the College of Information Studies (CLIS) at the University of Maryland, College Park.  As a resource for open discussion and suggestion, this guide is sponsored by the ALA Student Chapter at CLIS, but does not necessarily represent the opinions of that organization.
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This is a guide for students in the College of Information Studies (CLIS) at the University of Maryland, College Park.  You'll find information about being a CLIS student, what you need to know about UMD, where to find a place to eat in DC, how to deal with the administration, and how to find a job when graduation looms near.  Whatever information you don't find, feel free to ask [[Questions and Answers|questions]].  Either that, or simply create a new page and maybe someone else will come along and fill in the blanks.
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'''Disclaimer''': As a resource for open discussion and suggestion, this guide is sponsored by the ALA Student Chapter at CLIS, but does not necessarily represent the opinions of that organization.
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==[[CLIS Students|Being a CLIS Student]]==
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You're not just earning any degree at the University of Maryland, you're earning a Master's in Library Science or a Master's of Information Management.  We go by our own rules.  If you need to know more about registration (which no one understands), which classes you should be taking, your options for choosing a degree track, or how to become more involved, then head to this section to find out more.
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===Housing===  
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==[[Graduate Students|Grad Students 'R Us]]==
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Even though it's possible to spend all of your time at Hornbake, McKeldin Library, and the Union, there's a lot of other stuff going on around campus.  For instance, you could get a job, might want to make a trip to the gym, and you could even need a place to live.  Here's what you need to know about becoming at grad student at UMD.
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If you are new to the area, you're probably wondering where to look for housing. If you are looking for a roommate, you might want to check the CLISList postings as well as UMD's Off-Campus Housing website. Many of these houses and apartments will be located fairly close to campus. Craig's List displays apartments and homes available for rent, but does not group them by area. Housing Maps does not offer as many listings as Craig's List, but does give you a handy display of Craig's List style adds displayed on a Google map.  
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==[[Libraries and Librarians|So You Want To Be A Librarian...]]==
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Now that you've arrived and you have a career path, you may want to know a little more about it.  Here's how to get involved nationally, where to research locally, how you can make contacts throughout the area, and who just wrote a blog entry on why ALA sucks/rocks today.
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1. Off-Campus Housing Services: http://www.umd.och101.com/
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==[[DC Metro|Local Know-How]]==
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If you live here already, then you need to contribute to this section. If you're new to the area, this has it all. Where to eat, go club hopping, get your news fix, stalk your politicians, take your family when they visit, and how to bear the summer heat (or at least know when it's coming).
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2. CLISlist: http://clis.umd.edu/resources/clislist.shtml
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3. Craig's List: http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/
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4. Housing Maps (combines Google maps and Craig's List): http://www.housingmaps.com/
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5. MDHousing Search: www.mdhousingsearch.com/index.html (This site just started, but more listingswill continue to be added)
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Transportation options and drive time will probably factor in to your decision. Here are some suggestions based solely upon distance:
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Closest (2 miles or less): Hyattsville*, University Park*, Berwyn Heights*
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A Short Drive: (less than 8 miles): Takoma Park, Silver Spring*, Greenbelt*, parts of Northern DC
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The campus shuttle serves most of these areas listed (*). The shuttle also provides transportation between the College Park metro station, which is on the green line, and campus. Shuttles run every 8 minutes between 6:30 AM and 8:00 PM M-F.
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Quite a few students live at least a half an hour away from campus and drive in. Keep in mind that traffic is often thick and unpredictable.
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Have Questions or Comments on Housing? Post Them in Our Forum
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===Getting An Assistantship===
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In order to be considered for assistantship positions, you need to fill out the GA application form available on the CLIS website ([http://clis.umd.edu/financial_aid/GA.shtml]) and return it with a copy of your resume. These applications are kept on file in the student services office and reviewed by departments seeking GA's as positions become available.
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Full time GA's work 20 hours a week and receive tuition remission for up to 10 credits per semester (as well as 4 credits over the summer for 12 month appointments) along with a stipend.
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If you don't receive an assistantship for the fall, there is still hope. Positions may become available during the semester and show up on the CLISList. There are also a number of hourly positions available on campus, which will also be advertised on the CLISList.
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===Local News, Traffic and Events===
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1. The Washington Post: http://www.washingtonpost.com/
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2. Washington Post Traffic Center: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/metro/traffic/index.html
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1. Prince Georges County Memorial Library System: http://www.pgcmls.info/
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2. Montgomery County Public Libraries: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/content/libraries/index.asp
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4. Library of Congress: http://www.loc.gov/index.html
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===Library-related Links===
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1. ALA: http://ala.org/
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2. ALA 2007 Annual Conference: http://www.ala.org/ala/eventsandconferencesb/annual/2007a/home.htm
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===Six Things Every Graduate Student Should Know===
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From the Graduate Student Government: (http://www.gsg.umd.edu/6things.html)
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1.  Graduate Legal Aid provides legal services free of charge to currently registered graduate students. They handle a wide range
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of both University-related and off-campus issues. Their web site includes helpful information on Landlord-Tenant Law, Maryland
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Business Law, Maryland Traffic Law, Maryland Consumer Law, Auto Accidents, Health Insurance, Divorce and Separation Law, and Towing Appeals. GLA can provide general information, referrals, advice and assistance to students with legal questions and disputes.
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2. Graduate Ombudsperson is an impartial, independent and confidential resource for resolving conflicts. This can include conflicts with an advisor, committee member, instructor, other faculty member, or any member of the campus community.
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3. Graduate School. Contact the Graduate School if you need a waiver of academic policy. Their site has useful information on assistantships, fellowships, and grants. The Graduate School also hosts a number of very useful workshops.
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4. Graduate Student Life provides programming and advocacy for graduate student needs on campus. GSL provides discounted admissions to events such as professional soccer games, wine festivals, and plays. This office is responsible for the weekly MegaMailer which all grad students receive.
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5. Graduate Handbook has info on resources that are available to you as a graduate student. This is especially useful for new grad students.
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6. Center for Teaching Excellence has useful information for TA's, especially the Graduate Teaching Assistant Resource Guide. Roughly 2200 graduate students are Teaching Assistants.
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Current revision as of 18:39, 3 November 2007

This is a guide for students in the College of Information Studies (CLIS) at the University of Maryland, College Park. You'll find information about being a CLIS student, what you need to know about UMD, where to find a place to eat in DC, how to deal with the administration, and how to find a job when graduation looms near. Whatever information you don't find, feel free to ask questions. Either that, or simply create a new page and maybe someone else will come along and fill in the blanks.

Disclaimer: As a resource for open discussion and suggestion, this guide is sponsored by the ALA Student Chapter at CLIS, but does not necessarily represent the opinions of that organization.

Contents

[edit] Being a CLIS Student

You're not just earning any degree at the University of Maryland, you're earning a Master's in Library Science or a Master's of Information Management. We go by our own rules. If you need to know more about registration (which no one understands), which classes you should be taking, your options for choosing a degree track, or how to become more involved, then head to this section to find out more.

[edit] Grad Students 'R Us

Even though it's possible to spend all of your time at Hornbake, McKeldin Library, and the Union, there's a lot of other stuff going on around campus. For instance, you could get a job, might want to make a trip to the gym, and you could even need a place to live. Here's what you need to know about becoming at grad student at UMD.

[edit] So You Want To Be A Librarian...

Now that you've arrived and you have a career path, you may want to know a little more about it. Here's how to get involved nationally, where to research locally, how you can make contacts throughout the area, and who just wrote a blog entry on why ALA sucks/rocks today.

[edit] Local Know-How

If you live here already, then you need to contribute to this section. If you're new to the area, this has it all. Where to eat, go club hopping, get your news fix, stalk your politicians, take your family when they visit, and how to bear the summer heat (or at least know when it's coming).

[edit] iSchool Branding Forum

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