UMD Global STEWARDS will have the opportunity to participate in five experiential, interdisciplinary NRT elements:

1.) Introductory and advanced experiential coursework (total of 4 credit hours, intended to be accommodated within the student’s existing credit requirements):

• MIEH690 – UMD Global STEWARDS: Experiential Exploration of Innovations at the Nexus of Food, Energy, and Water Systems (2 credits)
• MIEH691 – UMD Global STEWARDS: Project-Based Data Practicum at the Nexus of Food, Energy, and Water Systems (2 credits)

2.) A monthly international webinar series that focuses on food-energy-water-climate-health topics

3.) An intensive professional development course focused on professional development activities (e.g., science communication; ethics; grant writing; leadership and conflict resolution) (1 credit hour, intended to be accommodated within the student’s existing credit requirements):

• ENVH 413/613 – UMD Global STEWARDS: Professional Development Series for Emerging Scholars

4.) A “Global Summer Amp” optional study-abroad course in Tanzania or Nepal (a two-week, faculty-led, broadening experience; 3 credit hours)

5.) Student-led activities focused on mentorship, outreach, seminar planning, social activities, and social media.

UMD Global STEWARDS will also be exposed to a range of topics in our integrated FEW research areas, including but not limited to:

Trainees accepted into the program will also have the opportunity to help shape the program and hone leadership skills through student-led committees and activities.