The College of Behavioral & Social Sciences is committed to supporting the development of engaged, empowered student leaders who use their time and talents to assist their peers and to fulfill the BSOS mission to Be the Solution to the world’s great challenges.

• BSOS Dean's Student Advisory Council (DSAC)
• BSOS Ambassadors
• BSOS Peer Mentors
• BSOS Orientation Peer Advisor

Other BSOS Student Organizations & Competitive Teams

• Model United Nations - University of Maryland
• Model Congress - University of Maryland
• Mock Trial Team - University of Maryland

There are many options to gain leadership experience at the University of Maryland. The Leadership & Community Service-Learning office, located in the Stamp Student Union, offers several structured events/programs. 

• Terrapin Leadership Institute
• MOSAIC
• Stamp Summer Leadership Series
• Maryland Leadership Conference
• Awards: 2021 Ed Snider Center Leadership Award will honor four students who demonstrate determination and show achievement in the areas of innovation and enterprise.

MLC is a developmental virtual day-and-a-half-long experience for new and intermediate leaders. Designed to enhance your group leadership skills and provide networking opportunities with fellow leaders at UMD, this virtual retreat will develop participants efficacy in leading others through their formal and informal leadership roles. This year's Conference will take place virtually on Spring 2021, April 2nd - 3rd. The deadline to register is Tuesday, March 23rd