november 2012

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Volunteering and Primannum – pg. 1 Service – Learning Terps – pg. 2 Alternative Breaks – pg. 3 Giving Back in College Park – pg. 4 Turkey Recipes – pg.5 Conclusion – pg.6

Primannum Honor Society

BY CHANEL HARLEY

This month’s newsletter theme is Thanksgiving and Community Service!

Throughout the past year, the Primannum Honor Society has provided service to various organizations both on and off

campus. The society’s engagement in volunteerism has represented the University of Maryland in a positive way within the

community. While the events are developed by the Volunteerism Committee and its Vice President, all members of Primannum

may and are encouraged to participate.

Some of the past events put on by the Volunteerism Committee are:

• A Stop Hunger event where 100 volunteers packaged sandwiches

• Project Linus where the volunteers received letters from the participant’s parents thanking them for the blankets volunteers made.

• Participated in Relay of Life where Primannum participated as a team

• Decorated pumpkins for the National Children's Hospital

The importance of the Volunteerism Committee is its ability to enrich the University of Maryland community, not just the

members of Primannum. Volunteering allows for Primannum members to expand their knowledge of the world beyond the

classroom and learn from the world around them.

The next event presented by the Volunteerism will be the Walk for Autism on the National Mall on Saturday, November 3rd.

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To learn more about these programs and more ways to get involved in community service here at UMD, visit the LCSL

website: http://thestamp.umd.edu/student_involvement/lcsl

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During out time here at the University of Maryland,

it is essential to remember to give back to the communities

we come from. The Leadership and Community Service

Learning (LCSL) office at UMD encompasses a wealth of

programs that promote social change by engaging the student

body in service learning.

This month, we are spotlighting three specific

organizations that are part of the LCSL office:

TerpCorps: TerpCorps is a service learning organization

that organizes monthly “Terp Service Days”, which are open

to all university students who want to get involved with

community service. Not only do students spend the day

volunteering at local sites, but they will also participate in

meaningful education and reflection activities. TerpCorps

emphasizes the learning aspect of service learning. For

instance, spending three hours serving soup at a homeless

shelter doesn’t give volunteers a clear picture of the impact

they are making. However, by delving deeper into the root

causes of poverty and learning more about urban

development, students will develop a closer understanding of

the social issue and why it is important.

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Terps For Change: Terps For Change partners with local

organizations in efforts to connect university students with

the surrounding community. Volunteers make a semester-

long commitment by volunteering 2-3 hours a week at a

specific site.

Terps For Change also emphasizes the importance of service-

learning, and facilitates critical reflection and dialogue in

order to unravel the complexities of social issues. Monthly

community dialogues for volunteers may involve guest

speakers, group activities, and multimedia presentations that

focus on a specific social issue (ex: hunger/homelessness,

environment). There are also supplementary dialogues that

are open to the public, and all students are welcome to

attend!

America Reads * America Counts

America Reads * America Counts volunteers work with

local Prince George’s County elementary schools to mentor

disadvantaged children and provide students with an

opportunity to supplement their education in a supportive

learning environment. America Reads is a reading tutoring

program for students in 1-2 grade, while America Counts is

a math tutoring program for students in 4th grade.

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Alternative Breaks are a great way to actively help a

community as well as learn about social issues. This program

allows students to engage in service locally, nationally, and

internationally. Students address issues like disaster relief,

environmental restoration, HIV/AIDS, education,

homelessness, healthcare, poverty, and immigration in their

designated community. These trips follow four elements:

simple living and sustainability, reciprocal relationships with

community partners, social justice focus, and leadership for

social change. Applications for winter,

spring, and summer trips are due in

September.

Primannum member Nicholas

Munson, a Junior majoring in

Journalism and Government &

Politics, agreed to tell us about his

Alternative Break experience in order

to learn a little more about the

program.

Where did you go?

I went to Atlanta, Ga.

What was the focus of your trip?

Our focus was on hunger and homelessness.

Describe your experience; some things you learned,

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any issues your group or you

individually faced.

We stayed in a church right outside of Grant Park,

which was a beautiful area of the city. For our service learning,

we helped out at places like Café 458, whose mission is to

provide the homeless population with a free meal one day out of

the week by raising proceeds throughout the week. We also

worked at a community food bank and a homeless shelter, where

we listened to one of the staff members who used to be homeless.

It really makes you think about all the stereotypes that exist about

the homeless and how they’re not true – it can happen to anyone

for whatever reason.

What was your favorite part?

My favorite part of the trip was

probably just getting to know all the other

participants and my two trip leaders. The

thing about Alternative Breaks is it brings

together people in the school that may have

never crossed paths otherwise, and it really

makes you value your decision to commit

to going.

Why would you recommend this for other students?

For one, it is a much better way to spend your spring

break, or part of your winter/summer breaks, than you would be

doing if you were just sitting at home or trying to party every

night. It opens your eyes to real-world issues that are going on

BY CAITLIN REYNOLDS

Learn more about Alternative Breaks:

Visit their page on the web: http://thestamp.umd.edu/student_involvement/lcsl/involvement/alternative_breaks/about_ab

Contact their student coordinator, Courtney Holder at cholder@umd.edu

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BY CHRISTINA CUATTO

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The leaves are changing colors and the sweaters are

breaking out of the closet; this could only mean that the holiday

season of giving and thanks is near. We live in a community where

everything is stressful and fast paced, but you could slow down for

even a few hours and devote them towards doing something good in

our community. Service projects are a great way to meet people,

break outside your comfort zone, and most importantly, feel good

about yourself. There are many organizations in the Prince George’s

County and Washington, D.C area to volunteer your time. The

following are just a selection of the many places looking for

volunteers this holiday season.

The Toys for Tots program provide toys to local families in

need during the holiday season. Interested volunteers should donate

a new, unwrapped toy, worth ten dollars or above and drop them off

at local Prince George’s County fire and police departments. Local

locations begin taking gifts in October and run through December.

Last year, over 300,000 toys were handed out to children in the

Prince George’s County. This program not only collects toys during

the holiday season, but also for bicycle races and golf tournaments

through out the year.

At the Berwyn Baptist Church located in College Park, the

volunteers organize a shoebox-giving program, Operation Christmas

Child. You fill toys in a shoebox with items for either a girl or a boy

between three age groups; 2-4, 5-9, and 10-14. There is a specific

list of approved items and how to wrap it. Drop off is from

November 12, through November 19. However, if you cannot make

it to the Baptist Church, then you can send it in the mail to

Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child, 801 Bamboo Road,

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Boone, NC 28607.

http://www.berwynbaptist.org/ministries/operation-christmas-

child/

In the short distance to D.C, there are many more

opportunities to volunteer. The Capital Area Food Bank is the

largest public, nonprofit hunger and nutrition education resource

in the region. The Food Bank feeds 478,100 people in the region

struggling with hunger, and they distribute 30 million pounds of

food annually. Capital Area Food Bank held their 5th annual Empty

Bowls event. Each person donated $25 dollars and enjoyed a night

filled with delicious soup made by renowned chefs. Guests took

home a handmade ceramic bowl made by local artists. This year

the event was October 17th. You can volunteer your time or

donate unopened, nonperishable food items to the local D.C food

warehouse located on 4900 Puerto Rico Ave. NE, Washington,

D.C.

http://www.capitalareafoodbank.org/

The Washington, D.C Jewish Community Center holds

many volunteering events though out the year and especially

during the holiday season. They perform many service projects

such as working in food banks and soup kitchens. They also have

an annual “Everything but the Turkey” event where volunteers

serve over 10,000 servings of Thanksgiving favorites. This year

the event will be November 19 and 21.

http://www.washingtondcjcc.org/

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FROM THE KITCHEN OF JASMINE JONES

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Move over momma-, Primannum Scholars are in the

kitchen!! As we strap on our aprons and organize our

measuring cups, it is evident that the holidays are nearing! It

is the perfect time of the year to get innovative with our

turkey cooking capabilities. And what better way to adorn

the dining room table than with a unique and experimental

holiday turkey.

Teriyaki Deliciousness

• 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce

• 1/4 cup mirin

• 1/4 cup sake

• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tb. water

• One 16-pound fresh turkey

• 1 1/2 pounds large shallots, peeled

• Salt and freshly ground pepper

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 cup water

• 2 cups Rich Turkey Stock

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Check out this website for more details on how to prepare:

http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/teriyaki-glazed-

turkey-with-shallot-gravy

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Lemon Sensation

• 1/2 cup butter, melted

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice

• 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

• 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)

• 2 teaspoons salt

• 2 teaspoons pepper

• 1 medium lemon, halved

• 1 medium onion, quartered

• 14 garlic cloves, peeled

• 24 fresh thyme sprigs

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

• 1 turkey-size oven roasting bag

Check out this website for more details on how to prepare:

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Lemon-Herb-

Roasted-Turkey

Some helpful tips:

1. Thaw your turkey in the refrigerator. This process takes about 3 days for a 20 pound turkey to defrost, so you might want to go with a fresh, previously thawed turkey!

2. If you prefer crispy skin, uncover the turkey and leave in the refrigerator overnight before roasting it.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

PRIMANNUM EVENTS

Autism Walk

November 3, 2012 at The National Mall

Sign up at

http://www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/faf/home/defa

ult.asp?ievent=1014703.

“UMDPrim” is our team name!

Project Linus

November 7th from 7:30 – 8:30

In Tydings 0130

General Body Meeting

November 15th from 6:30 – 7:30

In Tydings 0130

Making THANKSGIVING CARDS for National Institute of

Health!

Induction

November 11th from 3:30 – 5:30pm

In the Memorial Chapel

CAMPUS EVENTS

Start Up Career and Internship Fair

November 9th from 1:00 – 5:30pm

Colony Ballroom

5th Annual College Park Blues Festival

November 10th from 6:30 – 11:30pm

Ritchie Coliseum

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PRIMANNUM HONOR SOCIETY 2141 Tydings Hall University of Maryland College Park, MD 20742 301-405-1692 PrimannumHonorSociety@gmail.com

SOCIAL MEDIA Website: studentorg.umd.edu/prim Twitter: @Primannum_UMD Facebook: facebook.com/groups/primannum The Primannum Honor Society is a University of Maryland Honor

Society that represents two national honor societies, Alpha

Lambda Delta and Phi Eta Sigma. Both of these national honor

societies recognize academic excellence during a student's first

year in college.

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