Spring 2016

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entertainmentPrincess Anne, MD

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RHYTHM & HUES

We’re rolling out the welcome mat as our beautiful campus plays host to a profusion of activities this spring. Take your pick from a bright bouquet of events in the fine, performing and culinary arts.

Like focal flowers in a floral arrangement, UMES’ February events center around two main themes—Homecoming and Black History Month.

Learn more about the African-American experience through Black History Month selections including exhibits, special events and lectures.

Our Mosely Gallery delivers a free exhibit February 4-March 10, “History Continues: Contemporary African-American Artists.” The display features works by young, emerging black artists from the Baltimore/Washington corridor that use different approaches to explore the relevance of black history and how current events and culture shape their works.

Exhibits by students and Delmarva artists fill out the rest of the academic year in the gallery.

The Black History Month show is pollinated with accompanying events including an on-site art installation by Maya Freelon Asante, a Boston School of the Museum of Fine Arts graduate, and a gallery talk by UMES’ director of African-American Studies.

February’s Homecoming activities (Feb. 14-21) sit atop a strong stem supported by men’s and women’s basketball games against South Carolina State University. The campus community and alumni invite you to the game and tailgate as we cheer on the Hawks!

Events, in the HBCU tradition, surround the game like petals in bloom. A hip-hop recording artist headlines the popular UMES Homecoming Concert, while we also bring in professional entertainers for the gospel and comedy

shows. The stars of our National Pan Hellenic Step Show are members of our very own Greek-lettered organizations.

The Ella Fitzgerald Center burgeons with the budding talents of our students at free musical performances throughout the spring semester by our Concert and Gospel choirs along with UMES’ Wind, Jazz and Popular Music ensembles.

If food is your fancy, then make sure to reserve a seat at the ever-popular Gourmet Luncheon series presented by our Hospitality and Tourism Management students or the Dinner Theater, which also features a show by UMES’ Drama Society.

Let us brighten your day like a spring bouquet. Experience the Rhythm & Hues of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Keep our calendar close and visit us often!

Sincerely,

Juliette B. Bell, Ph.D.President

Welcome to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore

februaryNational Pan Hellenic Step Show* 8-10:30 p.m. / Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Ella Fitzgerald CenterGreek-lettered organizations display their skills in the art of stepping.$10 General admission$7 UMES students$5 Greeks with paraphernalia410-651-6434

4Art Exhibit Opening Reception4-6 p.m.Mosely GalleryBlack History Month exhibit, “History Continues: Contemporary African-American artists.”11 a.m. Hazel Hall 2050 Artist lecture by Maya Freelon Asante.Show on display through March 10.410-651-7770 www.moselygallery.com

Black History Month Event1-5 p.m.Richard A. Henson Center BallroomEnjoy brunch and learn about Harriett Tubman in a one-woman show. $35 per person / $350 table of 10 / $10 Students w/ID410-651-UMES

Black History Month Speaker7 p.m. Student Services Center TheaterFrederick Douglass comes to life through a living history speaker. 410-651-UMES

Gallery Talk Noon-1 p.m. Mosely GalleryBring a brown bag lunch and discuss “The Relevance of Black History in Current Artistic Practice.” 410-651-7770 www.moselygallery.com

HOMECOMING 14-21

14Homecoming Gospel Show 2 p.m. Ella Fitzgerald CenterUniversity and community gospel artists and choirs perform.410-651-6434

Homecoming Concert* 7 p.m.-midnight/Doors open at 5:30 p.m.William P. Hytche Athletic CenterRecording artists perform.410-651-6434

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*Unless stipulated (*) all events listed are free and open to the public.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Visit UMEStickets.com for tickets to homecoming events.

Basketball Game* 2 p.m. Women’s4 p.m. Men’sDoors open at noonHytche Athletic CenterHomecoming basketball games vs South Carolina State.$25 includes both games.Free for UMES students with ID.410-621-3311

Homecoming Comedy Show* 9-11 p.m./Doors open at 8 p.m.Ella Fitzgerald CenterProfessional comedians perform.410-651-6434

Welcome to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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Jazz & Popular Music Concert7:30 p.m.Salisbury University, Holloway HallUMES and SU host Jason and Rosena Jackson for an evening of jazz. University ensembles also perform.410-651-6571

24Art Exhibit-Opening Reception4-6 p.m. Mosely Gallery“UMES Student Show.”Fine arts (visual) students showcase works. Show on display through April 21.410-651-7770 www.moselygallery.com

Maryland Eastern Shore Spelling Bee10 a.m.Ella Fitzgerald CenterTop spellers from local elementary and middle schools vie to represent the Lower Shore at the Scripps National Spelling Bee competition in Washington, D.C.410-651-6669

23 Health & Wellness Festival 10 a.m.-2 p.m.Student Services Center BallroomHealth screenings and wellness informational displays.410-651-6385

Noon / Richard A. Henson CenterA series of gourmet lunches by the students and faculty of the Hospitality & Tourism Management program will be held on select Mondays and Wednesdays throughout the month. $12. Advanced tickets required. 410-651-6563

Gourmet Luncheon Series*

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UMES Concert Choir Performance4 p.m.Ella Fitzgerald Center“Le’s Have a Union.” Alumni return for a concert choir reunion performance.410-651-6571

Alumni BrunchWashington Area Alumni Chapter10:30 a.m. The Courses at Andrews Air Force BaseEnjoy a delicious brunch while making Hawk connections. Speaker, music, door prizes, too. 410-651-7606

Health & Wellness Festival10 a.m.-2 p.m. Student Services Center Ballroom Health screenings and wellness informational displays.410-651-6385

Nicholas R. Blanchard Healthcare Symposium3 p.m. Student Services Center TheaterAlex Azar II, President of Eli Lilly USA, speaks on the topic, “Succeeding On Purpose: How Purpose is Helping Institutions Win in the 21st Century.” Anyone interested in healthcare trends, branding and leadership should attend. Followed by Q&A and reception. 410-651-8372

22UMES Jazz Ensemble Festival7 p.m.Ella Fitzgerald CenterUMES jazz and popular music ensemble’s concert and high school jazz band festival.410-651-6571

12UMES Wind Ensemble Concert 7 p.m.Ella Fitzgerald Center410-651-6571

28Art Exhibit-Opening Reception4-6 p.m.Mosely Gallery“Senior Show.” May graduates in the Department of Fine (visual) Arts showcase portfolio pieces. UMES Jazz Combo performs. Show closes with a reception May 19, 5-6 p.m.410-651-7770 www.moselygallery.com

Springfest11 a.m.-4 p.m.Student Services CenterUMES Open House and Carnival.410-651-6411 (admissions) 410-651-6434 (carnival)

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Gospel Revival Nights7 p.m.Ella Fitzgerald CenterMusic and ministry by guests.410-651-6571

Gospel Choir Concert5 p.m.Ella Fitzgerald CenterUMES Gospel Choir performs.410-651-6571

Noon / Richard A. Henson CenterA series of gourmet lunches by the students and faculty of the Hospitality & Tourism Management program will be held on select Mondays and Wednesdays throughout the month. $12. Advanced tickets required. 410-651-6563

Gourmet Luncheon Series

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*Unless stipulated (*) all events listed are free and open to the public.

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10UMES Gala*6 p.m.Engineering and Aviation Science ComplexDinner and live music to celebrate the new addition to campus. Proceeds will provide scholarships for STEM students.$200 per person410-651-6676

*Unless stipulated (*) all events listed are free and open to the public.

23Art Exhibit-Opening Reception 4-6 p.m.Mosely Gallery“Delmarva Metalworks.” Show on display through July 28.410-651-7770www.moselygallery.com

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UMES CampusDirectory

1. Richard A. Henson Center

2. Ella Fitzgerald Center for the Performing Arts

3. William P. Hytche Athletic Center

4. Student Services Center

5. Frederick Douglass Library / Foreign Language Instructional Center

6. Thomas/Briggs Arts and Technology Center

7. Richard F. Hazel Hall

8. Public Safety

9. WESM Radio Station

10. Engineering and Aviation Science Complex

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College Backbone Rd.

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