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Stanley Jackson Named Assistant Director of Office of Sponsored Programs

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From: Karl V. Steiner, Vice President for Research I am pleased to announce that Stanley Jackson, Grants & Contracts Manager in UMBC’s Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) has been promoted to Assistant Director of OSP, effective May 17, 2015. Stan brings a considerable amount of experience to this new position. He is a Certified Research Administrator (CRA) with a Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology and a Master’s Certificate in Government Contracting. Stan has over 20 years of experience across three University System of Maryland institutions, including almost six years with UMBC. His experience includes contract and grant accounting, departmental administration and… Continue Reading Stanley Jackson Named Assistant Director of Office of Sponsored Programs

After the tragedy in Charleston: A message from Dr. Hrabowski

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A message to the UMBC community from President Freeman Hrabowski: More than 50 years ago, the nation was shocked when the 16th Street Baptist Church in my home town of Birmingham was bombed and four little girls—my friends—were killed. People of all races were in disbelief that hatred could be so strong. Today we find ourselves again in complete shock as a nation, struggling to understand how an event as tragic as the shooting of nine people in a South Carolina church could happen in 2015. None of us can say how to put this in perspective. In times like this,… Continue Reading After the tragedy in Charleston: A message from Dr. Hrabowski

Pres. Hrabowski Discusses Education and New Book on Andrea Mitchell Reports, Marc Steiner Show, The Root

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President Hrabowski recently visited Andrea Mitchell Reports, The Marc Steiner Show, and The Root to discuss his new book, Holding Fast To Dreams: Empowering Youth from the Civil Rights Crusade to STEM Achievement, and the importance of education and mentorship for Baltimore youth. In his interviews, Dr. Hrabowski shared his experiences growing up in Birmingham, Alabama and how his desire for a better education inspired him to participate in the 1963 Children’s March. “The experience taught me a number of things… don’t let anyone else define who you are… that you can be empowered to make a difference in your… Continue Reading Pres. Hrabowski Discusses Education and New Book on Andrea Mitchell Reports, Marc Steiner Show, The Root

Gib Mason, UMBC Training Centers, Shares Tips for Professional Resilience in Entrepreneur

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Gib Mason, chief operating officer of UMBC Training Centers, published an article on Entrepreneur this week, sharing tips for professional resilience for long-term business survival. Entrepreneur is a monthly magazine about small business management, business opportunities, and entrepreneurship. In the article, Mason drew on his 35 years of experience across 10 industries to list five steps for professional resilience. He encouraged entrepreneurs to be uncomfortable and transparent, along with embracing ambiguity, putting their team’s needs first, and being open to changing their mindset. “Resilience is never achieved,” Mason shared. “it’s a continuum that starts with developing a resilient self, then… Continue Reading Gib Mason, UMBC Training Centers, Shares Tips for Professional Resilience in Entrepreneur

Ramon Goings, Sherman STEM Teacher Scholars, Named Managing Editor of JAAME

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Ramon Goings, program coordinator for the Sherman STEM Teacher Scholars Program, has been named managing editor for the Journal of African American Males in Education (JAAME). JAAME is a peer-reviewed journal devoted to advancing scholarship and practice on African American males in education. Goings has previously written for JAAME, publishing an article about the successes and challenges of black male educators in the journal earlier this year.

Antonio Moreira, Vice Provost of Academic Affairs, Visits Argentina for STEM Education Talks

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The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Information Programs recently invited Antonio Moreira, vice provost of Academic Affairs and professor of chemical and biochemical engineering, to visit Argentina to discuss best practices of STEM education. Moreira visited the Argentine cities of Buenos Aires and Mar del Plata in late May and was hosted by the U.S. Embassy in Argentina. During his time in Argentina, Moreira met with government officials, universities, think tanks, students and many other audiences to talk about the importance of investing in STEM education. “Argentina shares with the United States a similar challenge with recruiting and… Continue Reading Antonio Moreira, Vice Provost of Academic Affairs, Visits Argentina for STEM Education Talks

The Choice Program – Youth in Action (6/20)

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Youth in Action is an annual youth-led event, hosted by UMBC’s Choice Program. This year’s Youth in Action aims to use art as a means of catharsis and a platform for the voices of youth to be heard in their communities. This gallery and showcase event will feature artwork created and performed by Choice Program and local community youth. The event will be held on June 20, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Graffiti Warehouse (128 W. North Avenue Baltimore, MD 21201). Click here for more information.

Important Construction Update: Temporary Road Closures and Traffic Pattern Changes

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Beginning Tuesday, June 2, and continuing through Sunday, June 7, extensive work on UMBC Blvd. will require us to close sections of the road and Hilltop circle in order to finish paving, painting, and signage. It is strongly recommend the campus community use alternate routes, such as Hilltop Rd., Walker Ave., and Poplar Ave. when entering and exiting campus. Throughout the week, the outbound lanes of UMBC Blvd. will remain closed. Be advised, you will not be able to use UMBC Blvd. to access I-195. Please follow detour signs to exit campus using Wilkens Ave., Rolling Road, and Shelbourne Rd. During… Continue Reading Important Construction Update: Temporary Road Closures and Traffic Pattern Changes

Gail Dupree’s Retirement Reception (6/16)

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After 20 years of distinguished service to UMBC, Gail Dupree, the Bookstore’s Gifts & Supplies buyer, is retiring. Gail’s customer service skills, excellent eye for designing UMBC clothing and her professionalism working with the diverse UMBC population has greatly increased the awareness of UMBC globally. Please join us in wishing her well at a reception located in the Bookstore on June 16 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Please RSVP to ksmith@umbc.edu or x52694. We look forward to seeing you.

Shari Waldstein, Psychology, Named Lipitz Professor for 2015-2016

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Shari Waldstein, professor of psychology, has been named the Lipitz Professor for 2015-2016. This professorship is supported by an endowment created by Roger C. Lipitz and the Lipitz Family Foundation “to recognize and support innovative and distinguished teaching and research in the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.” A clinical psychologist who specializes in cardiovascular behavioral medicine and medical neuropsychology, Dr. Waldstein is known internationally for fundamental contributions to the understanding of the links among early, multi-level risk factors for cardiovascular disease, sub-clinical brain pathology, neurocognitive performance, and their development across the lifespan. In… Continue Reading Shari Waldstein, Psychology, Named Lipitz Professor for 2015-2016

CAHSS Faculty Research Awards and Fellowships Announced for 2015-2016

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The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences has announced its faculty research fellowships for the summer and upcoming academic year. The complete list can be found below. CAHSS Research Fellowships: These fellowships, available to tenured associate professors and full professors, support outstanding research and creative activity by permitting release time for one semester to focus on scholarship. Preference is given to associate professors preparing for promotion review in subsequent academic years. Recipients for 2015-16 are: Terry Bouton, History: “Foreign Founders: How European Financiers Helped Write the U.S. Constitution” Kathy O’Dell, Visual Arts: “The Dot: A Small History of a… Continue Reading CAHSS Faculty Research Awards and Fellowships Announced for 2015-2016

Be a Relationship Violence Prevention Advocate!

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The UMBC Relationship Violence Prevention Advocates program, sponsored by a Verizon Foundation Grant, is a comprehensive program designed to educate the UMBC Community on specific relationship violence prevention information. The program includes: a dating/relationship/intimate partner violence prevention communication campaign enhanced online relationship violence prevention resources specific on UMBC community websites relationship violence prevention advocates training UMBC Relationship Violence Prevention Advocates are UMBC community members who: are able to provide relationship/dating/intimate partner violence prevention information to their community networks observe the UMBC community and take notice of and report community issues to relationship violence advocate trainers encourage bystander intervention techniques within… Continue Reading Be a Relationship Violence Prevention Advocate!

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