All posts by: Charis Lawson


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Social work graduate invests in herself and others

Jane De Hitta ‘22 was initially drawn to UMBC by its strong academic reputation and she quickly fell in love with the university. As a social work major who had long worked with adults with disabilities, she wanted to invest in the lives and stories of those around her. But when faced with a cancer diagnosis and chemotherapy, she knew she needed a break to focus on herself. She also knew UMBC would be there to welcome her back when she was ready. Continue Reading Social work graduate invests in herself and others

Four tips from UMBC faculty on what to do and see at Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day

UMBC’s annual Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day—known on campus as URCAD—has long been a must-see event. It’s a chance for community members to get a glimpse of what students have dedicated hours to exploring and creating throughout the year. Continue Reading Four tips from UMBC faculty on what to do and see at Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day

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UMBC wins prestigious APLU award for global engagement strategy

UMBC is the only North American university to receive this prestigious Gold Award, affirming the collective, intentional work behind UMBC’s global engagement strategy. It reflects two years of work engaging over 400 members of the UMBC community, who together envisioned the future of UMBC’s global interconnections. Continue Reading UMBC wins prestigious APLU award for global engagement strategy

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