UMBC Rising Stars and Fearless coworkers Delali Dzirasa and Kelsey Krach discuss their Retriever ties and the responsibility of working in the civic tech space. Continue Reading Rising Together—Software that Empowers the Community
There are scores of UMBC alumnae who are changing the world through their contributions, leadership, and talent. Throughout Women’s History Month, we are highlighting just a few of our alumnae who we look up to as leaders in their fields. We know there are thousands in our UMBC community who deserve to be recognized, so we invite you to use #UMBCtogether on social media to share with us those who inspire you. Sarah Butts ’07, social workDirector of Public PolicyNational Association of Social WorkersAs a licensed master social worker, Sarah Butts is taking her advocacy straight to the top of… Continue Reading UMBC Celebrates Women’s History Month
A new online exhibit featuring alumnus Zachary Z. Handler’s pandemic portraits of friends and strangers makes the most of a challenging situation. Continue Reading ERRANDS with Friends
If Peter Wood ’06, theatre, is doing his job well, you’ll never notice what he’s doing. It should look effortless and natural, smooth and, well, magical. Continue Reading Building the Magic
A video series highlights alumni educators using their careers to encourage students, in the classroom, but also through less traditional avenues. Continue Reading Retriever Educators Are Everywhere
Ricardo Zwaig was close to dropping out of school, but an unexpected financial gift allowed him to complete his degree. Now a judge, he’s giving back. Continue Reading An Act of Kindness Inspires a Legacy
Lacking mentorship during her schooling, Ashwag Alasmari created an organization for women in computer science. Continue Reading Making a Path to Mentorship
The UMBC Alumni Business Directory provides a one-stop search for Retriever-owned businesses, and helps UMBC alumni network and do business together. Continue Reading Supporting Our Entrepreneurs
What happens when you sit down three key players in Alumni Relations and Development who span UMBC’s history? You learn that some things haven’t changed. Continue Reading Shop Talk
In a recent essay, President Hrabowski notes, “In difficult times, we come to know who we are.” Never has that been more true than this year or at this point in our nation’s history. Continue Reading Call & Response
Theresa Bruce didn’t set out to be a teacher—she had her sights set on being a hot-shot lawyer. So how to explain her last decade as a city teacher? Continue Reading Finding Joy in the Classroom
As scientists study how the Arctic affects and is affected by climate change, the work of Kurtz and others will fill in a crucial knowledge gap. Continue Reading On Thin Ice
