PIEoneer Awards recognize UMBC for career initiatives supporting international students

Aug 14, 2018 / 4 minutes of reading

“This recognition is incredibly important for UMBC because it acknowledges on a global stage our commitment to meeting the real and unique needs of our international students,” says Michelle Massey. “We listen to our students, we develop solutions together as a community, and we implement them to help these students have the best possible experience at UMBC, and as alumni.” Continue Reading PIEoneer Awards recognize UMBC for career initiatives supporting international students

Princeton Review recognizes UMBC as one of the top universities in the nation

Aug 8, 2018 / 2 minutes of reading

UMBC’s Princeton Review profile speaks directly to the dedication and commitment of the university’s faculty and staff. As one student says, “UMBC wants to see every student succeed—they provide you with the tools, people, and resources to make sure you get where you want to go in life.” Continue Reading Princeton Review recognizes UMBC as one of the top universities in the nation

Baltimore Magazine’s “Best of Baltimore” highlights UMBC arts and athletics

Jul 27, 2018 / 4 minutes of reading

Baltimore Magazine recognizes men’s basketball as “Best Upset” and Lisa Moren’s NONUMENT app as “Best Public Art” in this year’s Best of Baltimore edition. Continue Reading Baltimore Magazine’s “Best of Baltimore” highlights UMBC arts and athletics

Boston Globe profiles UMBC as a model of excellence in higher ed

Jul 24, 2018 / 3 minutes of reading

Last Sunday’s Boston Globe greeted readers with a front-page story about lessons to be learned from a top research university, but it wasn’t about local powerhouses Harvard or MIT. It was a profile of UMBC, where “nothing is more important…than brainpower and grit.” Continue Reading Boston Globe profiles UMBC as a model of excellence in higher ed

UMBC’s BUILD a Bridge to STEM internship offers students a transformative research experience

Jul 23, 2018 / 4 minutes of reading

“I think the greatest thing about this experience was how we were treated as equals,” shared Zulekha Karachiwalla, a sophomore at Howard Community College. “It’s been challenging in a way that’s made us better scientists,” added Rahaf Alhabashi, also a sophomore at HCC. Continue Reading UMBC’s BUILD a Bridge to STEM internship offers students a transformative research experience

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“Chronicle” names UMBC one of the nation’s best colleges to work for, with honors

Jul 16, 2018 / 2 minutes of reading

“This honor is meaningful for us because it reflects how UMBC is truly a supportive and inclusive community,” says President Freeman Hrabowski. “This is a place where we believe in mutual respect and in achieving great things when we combine our strengths and work together toward our shared vision.” Continue Reading “Chronicle” names UMBC one of the nation’s best colleges to work for, with honors

UMBC and partners launch project to provide fresh fish to underserved communities

Jul 13, 2018 / 3 minutes of reading

“UMBC is proud to be part of this important collaboration, applying scientific innovation in aquaculture to offer a healthy source of food for our local communities,” said UMBC President Freeman Hrabowski. Continue Reading UMBC and partners launch project to provide fresh fish to underserved communities

True Grit celebrates NCAA tournament win against UVA.

UMBC men’s basketball nominated for “Best Moment” at ESPY Awards

Jul 12, 2018 / 2 minutes of reading

In the wake of March Madness, UMBC men’s basketball is now on the edge of another monumental achievement. UMBC’s bracket-busting win over University of Virginia at the NCAA tournament has been nominated for an ESPY Award as the “Best Moment” in sports this year. Fan votes through ESPN’s website will decide the winner, and members of #RetrieverNation are voting daily to help UMBC claim victory. The 26th annual awards show will be on Wednesday, July 18 at 8 p.m. EST, airing on ABC and WatchESPN. Retriever fans tuning in will see familiar faces. Coach Ryan Odom and members of the squad… Continue Reading UMBC men’s basketball nominated for “Best Moment” at ESPY Awards

Kelechi Nwanaga after winning 4th at NCAA Track and Field Championships. Photo by Gail Burton

Retrievers go the distance at NCAA Track and Field Championships

Jun 14, 2018 / 2 minutes of reading

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

Jun 8, 2018 / 6 minutes of reading

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

Jun 7, 2018 / 3 minutes of reading

“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

May 31, 2018 / 4 minutes of reading

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