Admitted Terp Scholars

Directory ID and Passphrase

• Activate Directory ID
  • Change the drop-down menu from "Last 5 SSN" to "UID Number" and use the University Identification Number (UID) provided in the admission email to log in.

TERPmail

TERPmail is the University of Maryland’s (UMD) official means of communication and is required for access to UMD Wireless Networks and UMD's electronic learning management system (ELMS).

• Set up TERPmail Passphrase: A TERPmail account is automatically created for students who activate their Directory ID. Students receive instructions on setting up a TERPmail passphrase via the email used on their application.
• Avoid managing two inboxes by having TERPmail automatically forward messages to the email you use most. See the Division of IT’s guide Forward to Another Email from TERPmail.

Need help accessing TERPmail? Contact itsupport@umd.edu at least one week before the program’s start date.

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

• Enroll in Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
  • When setting up MFA, students should use a personal device, such as a phone, to receive verification codes and access UMD resources when needed.

Student Records, Privacy, and Parent/Guardian Access

• Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA): Students in Terp Young Scholars are admitted to the University of Maryland as non-degree seeking students for the Summer Session. As such, they are subject to university policies, including FERPA.
• This federal law states that the access rights that the parents/legal guardian has in the secondary school setting are transferred to the student once the student has turned 18, or is attending any post-secondary educational institution. UMD employees, including instructors, are prohibited from sharing individual information unless the student provides consent.

Granting Parent/Guardian Access to Student Records

• At UMD, students have the option to grant access to their academic or financial record. The action for granting access is split into two parts. While granting access is optional, parents/guardians will not be able to submit payment unless Financial Record Access has been granted.
  • Academic Record Access: See Parent/Guardian Access.
  • Financial Record Access: See Information for Parents and Guardians.

Optional Step: Accommodations

The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals to ensure equal access to UMD-sponsored services, programs, and activities. Unless a student has registered with Accessibility and Disability Service, the instructor may not grant an accommodation even if the student has documentation showing that a similar accommodation was granted in their school system.

• Submit your request with UMD's Accessibility and Disability Service.
• Requests must be submitted by June 1. Appointments are made on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Students with temporary disabilities (broken or sprained limb, etc.) should contact the University Health Center at 301.314.8184.

The UMD Alerts system uses a variety of methods to notify students, faculty, and staff of an active, major emergency affecting university operations. All UMD students, faculty, and staff are automatically registered to receive such notices via text message and email to the cell phone number and email address associated with their UMD directory account.

• To receive text messages, students must have a mobile device number associated with their University profile. 
• See UMD Alerts and select Login and Edit Your Settings.

Grade and Credits Policy

Students in Terp Young Scholars are admitted as non-degree-seeking students to the University of Maryland for the Summer Session. Each student is registered for one three-credit university course for which a grade and credits will be earned. The University uses plus/minus grading. The course cannot be taken pass-fail or audit. The grade and credits earned are posted to the official UMD transcript and are part of the student's academic record. If admitted to the University of Maryland as an undergraduate student in the future, the grade will be included in the cumulative GPA calculation.

Attendance Policy

Students in Terp Young Scholars must attend the program in its entirety. Students are not permitted to miss class time, including arriving late and/or leaving early. Anyone who has an obligation such as employment, club sport, travel, or a similar commitment should consider whether this will interfere with program requirements. Insufficient class attendance may result in dismissal from the program or a poor grade on the student’s transcript.

Student Conduct and Academic Integrity

Students in Terp Young Scholars are admitted to UMD as non-degree seeking students for the Summer Session and are subject to UMD and program policies and regulations. Violation of any part of these codes is subject to immediate dismissal from the program.

• See Code of Student Conduct
• See Code of Academic Integrity

Recorded Video Consent

Online synchronous course meetings may be recorded. When sessions are being recorded, instructors will verbally announce the recording. Recorded material will be accessible to and only used by students enrolled in that course via the secure UMD electronic learning management system (ELMS) page. ELMS is used to organize teaching and learning and delivers online course content through easy-to-use web-based technology that enables learning in an engaging, interactive environment.

• Recordings are intended to support student learning, studying, and accessibility and disability accommodations.
  • Video and profile images: Students who participate with their cameras on or use a profile image consent to having their video or image recorded. Students who do not consent must turn off their cameras and/or remove their profile images when recording is announced.
  • Audio: Students who unmute and speak during recorded sessions consent to having their voices recorded. Students who do not consent to having their voices recorded must keep their microphones muted and communicate exclusively via the chat feature.

Not every course will utilize recording. In addition, due to course content, a select number of courses require students to use their webcam at all times, even while recording.

Overview

All students are required to participate in the Terp Young Scholars Virtual Orientation. The program uses Zoom—a web conferencing tool—to deliver the virtual orientation. Access to the orientation link will be sent via email to the student and parent/guardian approximately one week before the date.

The orientation includes overall program information, a review of policies and procedures, and time for questions and answers. Following the event, a recording of the orientation will be sent via email to all registered students and parents.

Access to the Drop-In Q&A session will be sent via email to the student and parent/guardian approximately one week before the date. This session will not be recorded.

Drop in and chat with program staff to get any last-minute questions answered before TYS starts next week. 

Courses may or may not require a textbook. Textbook requirements are posted by the instructor at least three weeks prior to the course start date. All students are responsible for obtaining their own course materials. Textbooks may be purchased from any textbook store or online vendor. Textbook costs are not included in the online program package fee. Students are responsible for books they purchase or rent from any vendor.

To determine whether the course requires a textbook: 

1. Visit: Testudo.
2. Select Schedule of Classes.
3. Select Summer Session.
4. Select Course Listing.
5. Select the course/department acronym (e.g., PSYC for Psychology).
6. Find the course registered with the section number of "YW41" or "YW42."
7. Select Books.

Independence and time management are key aspects of university life. Students are responsible for attending class, productively managing their time, completing coursework, and seeking academic support from course instructors, teaching assistants, and program staff as needed.

Set Up Zoom

In addition to receiving a link from the instructor for using Zoom for all course-related activities, all students are assigned a Zoom Pro account to host Zoom meetings external to their course.

• Sign In to Zoom: Use your Directory ID and password to access Zoom.
• Choose a Virtual Background: Zoom includes a virtual background feature that allows users to display an image as their background during virtual meetings. When utilizing Zoom for online learning, students are encouraged to utilize a virtual background.

Accessing Online Content

ELMS (Electronic Learning Management System) is the online environment that supports online learning at UMD. 

• Log In to Access Online Content
  • A link to access the course will be available on the ELMS-Canvas page. The link may not be activated until the first scheduled class meeting.
• ELMS-Canvas Notification Settings: Ensure that these settings are set to provide alerts about new announcements, content, or assignment postings by the instructor.

Update Student Personal Information

See Good Practice Guide: Names and Pronouns. 

Adding Pronouns in ELMS

1. Visit ELMS.
2. Log in to ELMS.
3. Select Account.
4. Select Settings.
5. On the right-hand menu, select Edit Settings.
6. Select Pronouns from the Pronouns drop-down menu.

Adding Name Pronunciation in ELMS

1. Visit ELMS.
2. Log in to ELMS.
3. Select Namecoach.
4. Add a recording of name.
5. Select Edit this recording.
6. Add a phonetic spelling of name.

ELMS 

The Terp Young Scholars online option is designed to introduce students to rigorous college-level coursework. The virtual classroom is a dynamic space. UMD maintains an electronic learning management system (ELMS) used to organize teaching. ELMS delivers online course content through easy-to-use web-based technology that enables learning in an engaging, interactive environment. To be successful in the online program, students should have access to or can fulfill the following technical requirements.

Internet Access and Minimum Connectivity

• Minimum connection: Broadband internet access with a minimum 3G or 4G connection.
• Connection stability: If multiple devices use your Wi-Fi network, consider connecting your computer directly to your router with an Ethernet cable.

Minimum Operating Systems

• Windows 7 and newer
• Mac OS X 10.10 and newer

Browser Requirements

Use the latest version of a supported browser. JavaScript must be enabled to use ELMS-Canvas.

• Chrome 80 and 81
• Firefox 74 and 75 (Extended Releases are not supported*)
• Edge 80 and 81
• Safari 12 and 13 (Macintosh only)

University Identification Number (UID)

• The 9-digit University Identification Number (UID) is associated with the student’s record and is how faculty and staff access records in any UMD system. Always include this number when communicating with faculty or staff.
• The UID is provided in the Terp Young Scholars acceptance email.
• The UID may be viewed at University Directory Entry.

Online Tutorials

Terp Young Scholars online option is designed to introduce students to rigorous college-level coursework. The virtual classroom is a dynamic space. UMD maintains an electronic learning management system (ELMS) used to organize teaching. ELMS delivers online course content through easy-to-use web-based technology that enables learning in an engaging, interactive environment. It is highly recommended that students participate in the following online tutorials.

• Student Orientation to ELMS-Canvas: Self-paced online tutorial covering topics such as explaining ELMS, minimum requirements for browser/plug-in compatibility, browser security issues and recommendations, how to access the course, taking a quiz, communicating with other students, and more.
• OSSO (Online Student Success Course): Self-paced tutorial introduces students to strategies for successfully completing an online course. Content is delivered through short videos, activities, and quizzes. 

Strategies for Success

Students in Terp Young Scholars are responsible for making choices and organizing their time as part of the rigor of college-level coursework. The online option is designed for independent students who will self-advocate and actively engage with their peers. Successful students seek academic support from course staff, including instructors and teaching assistants, and seek program support from program mentors.

• Review Tips for Online Success to make the most of online learning.
• Select a designated learning space: Prior to the start of the program, students should select a suitable location to engage in their online course. A student’s designated learning space will impact their own virtual learning experience, as well as that of their peers.
• Stay organized: The first week of class is a time to familiarize yourself with the course syllabus and ELMS site, organize your schedule, and introduce yourself.
• Communicate with others: Students benefit from each other's experiences and insights. In the online classroom, thoughtful contributions are easier, and questions can be asked via chat or by unmuting. Helping others enhances confidence and motivation. Peer communication boosts interactivity and keeps everyone connected to the course. 
• Connect with Instructors: Online courses enable instructors to engage with students and offer feedback. Contact information is available on the course syllabus or ELMS page. Office hours allow for questions, course assistance, performance follow-up, and relationship building with the instructor.

Software Packages

Products like Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and more are available for institutional use. Software licenses are only active when registered in a course at UMD. For assistance accessing or installing software, contact UMD’s Division of Information Technology at itsupport@umd.edu.

• TERPware-PC
• TERPware-MAC 

University Libraries

See University Libraries to access an abundance of resources. 

Anyone may refer a student, student organization, or student group suspected of violating the Terp Young Scholars online option Code of Student Conduct. Written referrals are required. Program staff reviews all referrals for reasonable cause based on evidence. If found true, referrals would result in sanctioning. Retaliation against anyone for reporting an alleged violation of the Code of Student Conduct is strictly prohibited. Those who retaliate may be subject to disciplinary action.

To make a referral, contact program staff at tys@umd.edu. Include full name, UID, and provide a complete statement.

Parents/guardians are welcome to join students for two informational webinars.

Final grades will post no later than the end of August.

• Final grades are not mailed. They will appear on the student’s unofficial transcript.