On August 16, UMBC’s Office of Human Relations shared a message with the UMBC community regarding a review of UMBC policies and procedures related to cases of sexual misconduct. Continue Reading University compliance with Title IX requirements under review
A new article by The Daily Record’s Dan Leaderman traces the history of UMBC, from its roots as a university community defying definition to a nationally ranked “research powerhouse.” Continue Reading The Daily Record on UMBC at 50: A national leader in teaching and innovation
Mohamed Hussein ’14, will swim the 200 meter individual medley, and Cleopatra Borel ’02 will compete in the track and field shot put competition. Continue Reading Retrievers in Rio: UMBC alumni compete on the world stage at the 2016 Olympics
Complex meteorological conditions and other factors contributed to the storm that ravaged Ellicott City July 31, but the town is determined to rebound. Jeffrey Halverson explains how “humble rain…quickly turns deadly,” and Pres. Hrabowski addresses the UMBC community. Continue Reading Washington Post and WAMU call on Jeffrey Halverson to explain causes of devastating Ellicott City flood
Partnership between UMBC women’s basketball and Baltimore Higher Achievement program gets middle schoolers excited about college. Continue Reading Baltimore Sun recognizes UMBC women’s basketball for commitment to community
UMBC is “a campus deeply committed to pushing America to change the culture of STEM to be more inclusive,” notes Savoy Magazine in a vivid five-page education feature on the university’s leadership at age 50. Continue Reading Savoy Magazine honors UMBC’s national leadership in inclusive excellence
College JUMP was a tremendous success in its first year, with all of the graduating seniors in the program accepted into college. Continue Reading New mentoring program connects refugee youth in Baltimore with opportunities to pursue a college education
For the seventh consecutive year, UMBC has been named an outstanding academic workplace by the Chronicle of Higher Education and was again featured on the Chronicle’s “honor roll” for its excellence in almost every recognition category. Continue Reading The Chronicle names UMBC a “Great College to Work For” seven years in a row
“In challenging times, when heartbreaking acts of violence occur so frequently, it can be difficult to find a path forward, but we know it must start with coming together as a community,” write President Hrabowski and Provost Rous in a message to the campus community. Continue Reading UMBC leaders call for community support and reflection in response to recent acts of violence
Less a week after FORBES named UMBC one of the nation’s top 100 public universities, MONEY magazine has confirmed it, describing UMBC as an academic powerhouse and a solid value for students and their families. Continue Reading MONEY magazine recognizes UMBC as a top public university with an “impressive record”
“The U.S. Swimming Olympic Trials is the fastest meet in the world, and we are so proud of Emily and all she has accomplished,” said head coach Chad Cradock. Continue Reading UMBC’s Emily Escobedo finishes in top 10 at U.S. Swimming Olympic Trials
The 9th Annual FORBES Top Colleges list also ranks UMBC highly among top research universities nationwide and top colleges in the northeastern U.S. Continue Reading Forbes recognizes UMBC as one of the nation’s top 100 public universities
