Following the passing of George Sherman, the Sherman STEM Teacher Scholars carry on the legacy of inclusive education in underserved communities.
UMBC community responds to Hrabowski retirement news with gratitude
“Each of us holds in our hands the legacy of Freeman’s leadership and that of all members of our community who have built it into what it is today,” Provost Philip Rous shared at Thursday’s Fall Opening Meeting.
Supporting the Whole Student
Thirty years later, Lewis still feels a sense of real connection to the campus and works to help other alumni engage with students and the institution.
An Interrupted Education, Completed
Bob Bolton ’70, funds a scholarship in honor of his mother Elinora Bolton, who returned to college after having 10 kids and earned her degree alongside him.
Leading By Giving—Alum Boosts Doctoral Students in Public Service
In 2019, UMBC’s first public policy doctoral graduate pledged $100,000 to create the Renny DiPentima Fund for Advancement in Public Policy.
The Life-Changing Power of Giving
Giving Day 2021 is virtual and 36 hours long, spearheaded by two faces new to UMBC, but certainly not to the world of giving.
Remembering Dr. William Rothstein, founding UMBC faculty member
We were deeply saddened this weekend to hear of the passing of William Rothstein, a beloved founding faculty member of UMBC. He was 83. We will remember him as one of the...
No Artist Stands Alone
In isolation during the pandemic, many of us are consuming or creating art and media, but we’re having to reinvent how to share that pleasure with others.
First In Class
It’s no secret why first generation college students thrive at UMBC. Our network of first generation staff and faculty make it the center of their work as educators and researchers.
President Hrabowski Awarded Medal for Career Advancing Diversity, Inclusion
President Freeman Hrabowski’s powerful personal story is well known in the UMBC community. At the age of 12, seeking equal access to a quality education, he marched with...