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Robert Deluty, associate dean of the graduate school, has published a new volume of poetry. In his review, Richard Berlin writes: “In ‘Being Wakeful,’ Robert Deluty works his magic again, opening our eyes to ‘the unseen, the unheard, the untouchable.’ Nothing in our teeming universe escapes his perceptive gaze, his compassion, and his generous sense of humor. Like its predecessors, this book will warm your heart and make you laugh out loud. Another gem from a prolific poet whose wonderful work never ceases to amaze me.” “Being Wakeful,” as well as all of Dr. Deluty’s other books, may be purchased… Continue Reading Robert Deluty, Graduate School, Publishes His 47th Book

UMBC’s Interim Policy on Prohibited Sexual Misconduct and Other Related Misconduct was approved by President Hrabowski on December 22, 2014, and includes more information on prohibited misconduct that includes Sexual and Gender Based Harassment, Sexual Violence, Relationship Violence, Domestic Violence, Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Intimidation, Sex and Gender Based Stalking, and Retaliation. The policy follows recent updates in the USM Policy on Sexual Misconduct. Some campus training is underway and additional training is being developed. Please take a moment to review the policy. For concerns about Gender-Based Misconduct, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Stephanie Lazarus at 410-455-5745. All students have additional… Continue Reading UMBC Interim Policy on Prohibited Sexual Misconduct and Other Related Misconduct Approved

To: The UMBC Community From: President Freeman Hrabowski I am very encouraged by the University System of Maryland Board of Regents’ selection of Robert Caret as our next Chancellor. He is a strong leader and will do a fine job as Chancellor. The official announcement from Regents chair, James Shea, is available here. Please join me in welcoming Dr. Caret back to Maryland.

UMBC was named a 2015 Best Value College by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, recognized on both the Best Value Public University list and “top 300” national Best Value University list. The ranking recognizes affordable four-year schools with outstanding academics.  The ranking is created through assessing admission rates, student-faculty ratio, four-year graduation rates, financial aid and more. This year marks the sixth consecutive year UMBC has appeared on the list, a testament to the value the university consistently provides. Click here to view the Best Value list. 

UMBC has again been recognized on the annual President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. The award is the highest federal recognition of a university’s commitment to community, service-learning, and civic engagement, and is administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service. UMBC was recognized in the General Community Service category, which honors universities with established campus-community partnerships that engage in community service and service-learning. Click here to learn more about the award.

FROM:   Provost Philip Rous, Co-Chair, Strategic Planning Steering Committee Bruce Walz, Chair, Academic Planning and Budget Committee, Co-Chair, Strategic Planning Steering Committee We understand how busy this time of year can be, so we have extended the deadline for the campus strategic planning survey through Thursday, December 18. If you have not yet had a chance to do so, we encourage you to take this opportunity to contribute to the strategic planning process by sharing your experiences and perspective with the strategy groups. Please participate in our faculty and staff strategic planning survey » Thank you.

Erin Appel ’00, political science, Erin O’Keefe ’10 M.P.P, public policy, and Angela Scott ’99, interdisciplinary studies, are among the 2014 Leading Women Winners. Leading Women honors women age 40 or younger for their career accomplishments. They were chosen for their professional experience, community involvement and a commitment to inspiring change. Appel is a senior government relations associate for Capitol Strategies LLC and a court appointed special advocate who mentors a 17 year old boy in a residential treatment facility. O’Keefe is the director of the York Road Initiative, which addresses economic, physical and human needs along the Yong Road… Continue Reading UMBC Alumnae in Daily Record’s 2014 Leading Women

University System of Maryland Chancellor William “Brit” Kirwan has been selected as a finalist for The Baltimore Sun’s 2014 Marylander of the Year. The winner will be announced by the end of the year, and public vote will factor into the decision. Click here to vote for Chancellor Kirwan. Dr. Kirwan has served as chancellor of the University System of Maryland since 2002 and is a national leader in higher education issues. He chairs the National Research Council Board of Higher Education and Workforce, co-chairs the Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics, and serves as a member on the boards of… Continue Reading Chancellor Brit Kirwan is a Finalist for Marylander of the Year

The Baltimore Sun has again named UMBC as one of Baltimore’s Top Workplaces. UMBC ranked no. 7 in the Large Employers category, which includes those with over 400 employees. The list was compiled after analyzing the results of a confidential employee survey that measured job satisfaction, organizational health, and engagement. The survey was conduction by WorplaceDynamics, an independent research company. A common thread that unites the companies and institutions on the Top Workplaces list is the opportunity to perform meaningful work. “The work I do and my team does is valued by UMBC, and I feel part of something important and meaningful,”… Continue Reading UMBC Named One of Baltimore’s Top Workplaces for 2014