Retrievers go the distance at NCAA Track and Field Championships
UMBC’s Kelechi Nwanaga ’21 finished fourth in javelin at NCAA Track and Field Championships. Continue reading Retrievers go the distance at NCAA Track and Field Championships
UMBC celebrates opening of new Lakeland Community and STEAM Center
The South Baltimore center opened its doors on June 1, after a two-year, $1.6 million renovation supported by the Northrop Grumman Foundation and Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in partnership with UMBC. Sen. Ben Cardin called the space “a resource for people of all ages to acquire life-changing knowledge and skills.” Continue reading UMBC celebrates opening of new Lakeland Community and STEAM Center
UMBC named a top destination for international students and one of the world’s best young universities
“This is a testament not only to UMBC’s increasing global presence, but also our deep and continued commitment to the success of our international students,” said Yvette Mozie-Ross. Continue reading UMBC named a top destination for international students and one of the world’s best young universities
UMBC’s spring 2018 commencement honors student achievements, community values
Thousands of Retriever graduates, family, and friends streamed into the new UMBC Event Center last week to celebrate graduate and undergraduate spring commencement. Continue reading UMBC’s spring 2018 commencement honors student achievements, community values
New global ranking lists UMBC in the top 3.5 percent of universities worldwide
The Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) has again named UMBC one of top universities in the nation and worldwide. The 2018 – 19 CWUR list features UMBC among the top 170 U.S. universities and in the top 3.5% of 18,000 global higher education institutions evaluated. Continue reading New global ranking lists UMBC in the top 3.5 percent of universities worldwide
UMBC grads ready to travel the world as Fulbright Scholars
“This year’s Fulbright Scholars demonstrate the excellence of the humanities and social sciences at UMBC, as well as the centrality of global understanding to a contemporary liberal arts education,” says Scott Casper, dean of CAHSS. Continue reading UMBC grads ready to travel the world as Fulbright Scholars
Leaders in research, policy, and education to address UMBC’s Class of 2018
UMBC’s upcoming commencement ceremonies — held for the first time in the new UMBC Event Center — will highlight three honorary degree recipients nationally recognized as top leaders in their fields. Continue reading Leaders in research, policy, and education to address UMBC’s Class of 2018
Congrats, Class of 2018! UMBC celebrates students making history.
UMBC students have rewritten the record books in 2018. With graduation around the corner, and our soon-to-be new Retriever alumni preparing for graduate school, careers, and research around the world, we reflect on all they have achieved. Continue reading Congrats, Class of 2018! UMBC celebrates students making history.
UMBC recognized as a “Best Value College” in 2018 Forbes national ranking
UMBC again recognized as one of Forbes “Best Value Colleges” and Business First’s top public colleges and universities in the nation. Continue reading UMBC recognized as a “Best Value College” in 2018 Forbes national ranking
UMBC launches Wisdom Institute to expand role of faculty and staff emeritus in the university’s future
Through the Wisdom Institute, emeritus faculty and staff will have the opportunity to continue to impact UMBC’s mission and future students by attending workshops, serving as guest lecturers, and offering mentorship. Continue reading UMBC launches Wisdom Institute to expand role of faculty and staff emeritus in the university’s future
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program honors 18 UMBC students and alumni
The large number of honorees “shows the quality of student we have here at UMBC and what they’re doing,” says Keith Harmon, director of the Meyerhoff Scholars Program. “It also shows the quality of their research experiences at UMBC, and the commitment of the faculty to mentoring these students as undergraduates.” Continue reading NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program honors 18 UMBC students and alumni
UMBC hosts social justice-focused panel on gentrification in Baltimore
How can Baltimore neighborhoods renew themselves without forcing out local residents or homogenizing diverse populations? Community-engaged researchers from UMBC, Morgan State University, and the University of Baltimore will examine this question through a special event on April 18. Continue reading UMBC hosts social justice-focused panel on gentrification in Baltimore
UMBC “rising star” Linda Wiratan receives Goldwater Scholarship for leadership in scientific research
“Now I see the proof that I am strong enough to create my own future and inspire others,” says Linda Wiratan. “The Goldwater Scholarship is that final push that will help me fly.” Continue reading UMBC “rising star” Linda Wiratan receives Goldwater Scholarship for leadership in scientific research
UMBC celebrates 2018 Presidential Faculty and Staff Award winners
Thanking UMBC’s committed faculty and staff for their contributions to the university, President Hrabowski shared that UMBC is a place where “we make history,” and in working every day to achieve greatness, “We are in this together.” Continue reading UMBC celebrates 2018 Presidential Faculty and Staff Award winners
NCAA journey spotlights UMBC’s national excellence, from court to classroom
UMBC made history and Retriever fandom exploded. As New York Times reporter Erica Green wrote, the world came to see how “the U.M.B.C. Cinderella story transcends athletics, and has been decades in the making.” Continue reading NCAA journey spotlights UMBC’s national excellence, from court to classroom
UMBC’s 40th Graduate Research Conference to focus on communication and collaboration
“GRC gives graduate students training on how to ace professional conferences in the field, and by participating, students practice how to communicate their research in an accessible way,” says Morgan Bunting, a gerontology Ph.D. student and member of the GRC planning committee. “It’s also just a wonderful way to engage the community and learn what amazing work is going on in the Graduate School.” Continue reading UMBC’s 40th Graduate Research Conference to focus on communication and collaboration
U.S. News recognizes UMBC graduate programs as among best in the nation
UMBC graduate programs are among the best nationwide, according to the just-released 2019 U.S. News Best Graduate Schools rankings. The rankings recognize a dozen UMBC graduate programs—including nine top-100 programs—across all three UMBC colleges. Continue reading U.S. News recognizes UMBC graduate programs as among best in the nation
UMBC men’s basketball heads to NCAA tournament as America East Champions
Decked out in black and gold, Retriever fans cheered ecstatically on Tuesday afternoon as the UMBC men’s basketball team set off for game one of the NCAA tournament—the team’s first in a decade. The team now heads to Charlotte, North Carolina to take on the University of Virginia (UVA) on Friday, March 16 at 9:20 p.m. EST. Continue reading UMBC men’s basketball heads to NCAA tournament as America East Champions
UMBC Pres. Hrabowski honored for lifelong commitment to educational opportunity for all
“Freeman is a fierce champion of the traditionally unseen and underserved, and he is a vigorous and powerful mentor,” said ACE President Ted Mitchell. “He has been called one of America’s best leaders, one of the 100 most influential people in the world, one of America’s best 10 college presidents…At ACE, we just call him our future.” Continue reading UMBC Pres. Hrabowski honored for lifelong commitment to educational opportunity for all
Ticket Punched: UMBC heads to NCAA tournament after America East championship victory
With less than a second left on the clock, the Retrievers’ star guard Jairus Lyles made a stunning three-point shot, dethroning the University of Vermont in an edge-of-your-seat America East Championship match that catapulted UMBC to a 65-62 victory and its first NCAA tournament berth in a decade. Continue reading Ticket Punched: UMBC heads to NCAA tournament after America East championship victory
UMBC hosts Elect Her leadership training featuring local women in politics
“Over the last five years of running the Elect Her program we have had more women running for SGA office, and more women participate who didn’t know they were going to run or join a campaign. That matters,” says Kate Drabinski, senior lecturer in gender and women’s students. “Whether or not women run for office here, the program reminds all of us that we can do it, that we are the leaders we think we need.” Continue reading UMBC hosts Elect Her leadership training featuring local women in politics
UMBC men’s basketball advances to America East title game
The Retrievers’ March Madness journey continues as UMBC men’s basketball now advances to the America East title game, set for Saturday, March 10, at 11 a.m. against the #1 seed, rival University of Vermont. Continue reading UMBC men’s basketball advances to America East title game
UMBC broadens access to life-changing international learning experiences
“It is important for students to apply for a passport now to ensure they are ready for professional opportunities after graduation,” says David Di Maria, associate vice provost for international education. “If their boss needs someone to travel to another country to assist with an important project, we want UMBC graduates to be able to stand up and say, ‘I have my passport. I’m ready to go,’ or even better, ‘I have my passport, and I have prior international experience from studying abroad while a student at UMBC.’” Continue reading UMBC broadens access to life-changing international learning experiences
UMBC swimming and diving teams make waves at America East championship
UMBC men’s swimming and diving team reclaimed their title as America East champions at the recent championships. Both the men’s and women’s teams brought home a haul of hardware from the America East and Eastern College Athletic Conference Championships, including several new records and Coaching Staff of the Year Award. Continue reading UMBC swimming and diving teams make waves at America East championship
March Madness comes to UMBC
UMBC men’s and women’s basketball teams will host America East playoff games in the new Event Center. Continue reading March Madness comes to UMBC
Retriever Nation gears up for UMBC’s first Giving Day #blackandgoldrush
February 28 marks UMBC’s first Giving Day — a marathon day of philanthropy dedicated to supporting the campus community now and in the future. Continue reading Retriever Nation gears up for UMBC’s first Giving Day #blackandgoldrush
UMBC honors Frederick Douglass’s legacy with event to transcribe Freedmen’s Bureau papers
“As a pioneer in the struggle for freedom and equality and an extraordinary writer, Frederick Douglass remains among the most inspiring, powerful leaders in American history,” reflects Scott Casper, dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. “All of us can learn from his actions, words, and example in striving for social justice and inclusive excellence.” Continue reading UMBC honors Frederick Douglass’s legacy with event to transcribe Freedmen’s Bureau papers
David Di Maria, UMBC’s new associate vice provost for International Education, debunks common study abroad myths
“The goal of the UMBC International Education Studies office is to ensure students are prepared and engaged to understand the international dimensions of their academic disciplines,” says Di Maria. “Internationalization is about creating direct connections to research opportunities because the greatest challenges are global and to solve those researchers need to have diverse perspectives from an international standpoint.”
Retriever Nation looks ahead to UMBC Event Center grand opening
“The completion of the Event Center marks an important milestone in UMBC’s evolution,” says UMBC President Freeman Hrabowski. “We are delighted that we will now be able to open our doors even more broadly to the community.” Continue reading Retriever Nation looks ahead to UMBC Event Center grand opening
UMBC hosts “Teaching and Reaching Black Boys in America” conversation
“The book furthers critical conversations about how whiteness, even enacted by teachers of color, prevents educators from seeing and noticing the brilliance of Black boys,” reflects Keisha Allen, assistant professor of education and the UMBC lead in the Learning Center partnership with Baltimore County Public Schools. Continue reading UMBC hosts “Teaching and Reaching Black Boys in America” conversation
UMBC celebrates alumni in public service at special Annapolis event
“Having UMBC alumni in the Senate, House of Delegates, the Governor’s Office, state agencies, advocacy groups and nonprofits is a great asset,” says House of Delegates Speaker Pro Tem Adrienne A. Jones ’76, psychology. “As public service professionals, we share the same camaraderie and ‘True Grit’ as we did as UMBC students.” Continue reading UMBC celebrates alumni in public service at special Annapolis event
UMBC’s Top 12 Highlights of 2017
UMBC celebrated so many milestones in the past year. In thousands of ways, big and small, the UMBC community made their mark on 2017. Here are 12 top highlights. Continue reading UMBC’s Top 12 Highlights of 2017
UMBC named a “Best Value University” for 8th year in a row
Kiplinger’s Personal Finance again recognizes the value of a UMBC degree in national ranking that combines affordability and exceptional academics. Continue reading UMBC named a “Best Value University” for 8th year in a row
UMBC welcomes over 1,200 new alumni during 2017 Winter Commencement Ceremonies
President Freeman Hrabowski encouraged students to “be true to yourselves, and be true in your relationships. Always work to elevate others even when times are challenging” during the 2017 Winter Commencement Ceremonies. Continue reading UMBC welcomes over 1,200 new alumni during 2017 Winter Commencement Ceremonies
UMBC a founding partner in coalition to increase transparency on life science career prospects
UMBC is among nine U.S. research universities and a major cancer institute that just announced plans to give would-be life scientists clear, standardized data on graduate school admissions, education and training opportunities, and career prospects. Continue reading UMBC a founding partner in coalition to increase transparency on life science career prospects
Student-athlete represents UMBC and America East at NCAA Leadership Forum
“We are very proud of Alex and his role with the NCAA leadership forum. His role as a leader on our team on and off the field continues to evolve and I am excited about working with him going forward,” said Pete Caringi, men’s soccer coach. Continue reading Student-athlete represents UMBC and America East at NCAA Leadership Forum
Idea competition serves as springboard for young entrepreneurs
“I think this competition is an amazing opportunity to help young adults have the confidence and ambition to go beyond just spitballing ideas,” said Karla Negrete ’19, participant and winner in the 8th annual Alex. Brown Center for Entrepreneurship Idea Competition. Continue reading Idea competition serves as springboard for young entrepreneurs
UMBC receives $1.3 million grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation to diversify economics Ph.D.s
“It is really important to me to have people of color that I can look up to, come to, and connect with me on that level. It can be hard to understand what you are capable of doing if you don’t see a lot of people in this higher level of academia that look like you being successful,” says M’Balou Camara ‘15, political science, currently a student at Duke’s Sanford School of Public Policy Ph.D. program, with a concentration in economics. Continue reading UMBC receives $1.3 million grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation to diversify economics Ph.D.s
Undergraduate Research Symposium award winners embody success of UMBC STEM BUILD program
“The BUILD participants at URS exemplify the objectives of the program,” says Laura Ott. “By participating in the BUILD program, they’re helping us explore novel strategies to increase participation in undergraduate research for all students.” Continue reading Undergraduate Research Symposium award winners embody success of UMBC STEM BUILD program
Naomi Mburu receives first Rhodes Scholarship in UMBC history
Mburu is one of 32 students from across the United States to receive this prestigious honor for the 2018 year. She will pursue a Ph.D. in engineering science at the University of Oxford. Continue reading Naomi Mburu receives first Rhodes Scholarship in UMBC history
UMBC’s Michelle R. Scott receives the 2017 Letitia Woods Brown Article Prize
“The Griffin sisters article was an opportunity for me to reveal the often forgotten women who did civil rights work,” says Scott. What does it mean when you study WWII and you leave women off, or even the construction of a Civil Rights Act and add the word sex to it? The narrative changes and it must be told.” Continue reading UMBC’s Michelle R. Scott receives the 2017 Letitia Woods Brown Article Prize
New crowdfunding platform puts fundraising power in students’ hands
UMBC’s custom-built fundraising platform, Gritstarter, launched earlier this year to aid students in their philanthropic efforts. “This is a tool that connects the UMBC community with donors and helps everyone on campus understand how philanthropy works and how they can be involved on both sides,” said Leanna Powell ’08. Continue reading New crowdfunding platform puts fundraising power in students’ hands