Pres. Hrabowski Highlights Effective Strategies to Support Students in The Chronicle

Oct 29, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

In this week’s Chronicle of Higher Education, a powerful column by President Hrabowski challenges colleges and universities to more effectively support student success by focusing on institutional culture change. Dr. Hrabowski recalls the beginnings of the Meyerhoff Scholars Program and Choice Program, and the lessons UMBC has learned about helping students from all backgrounds succeed. The Meyerhoff program has served as a model for new programs across the nation, including the Hopps Scholars Program at Morehouse College and recent efforts at Pennsylvania State University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. “The central question for any university is how to… Continue Reading Pres. Hrabowski Highlights Effective Strategies to Support Students in The Chronicle

Head Swimming and Diving Coach Chad Cradock Earns 200th Career Victory

Oct 21, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

Head Swimming and Diving Coach Chad Cradock earned his 200th career win at the CCSA North Invitational this past weekend. Cradock swept the competition, earning wins over Gardner-Webb, NJIT, and VMI to accomplish the feat. “It is a pleasure for a milestone like this to occur at home,” Cradock said about winning number 200. “I want to thank all the coaches who have been a part of this over the years, including Chris Gibeau who has been here with me for most of it,” he added. “I am proud to work with talented athletes both in the past and the… Continue Reading Head Swimming and Diving Coach Chad Cradock Earns 200th Career Victory

Eric Ford, Shriver Center, Advises Prospective College Students on Paths to Success in College Express

Oct 16, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

First-generation and underrepresented minority students can face unique challenges in applying to college and completing their degrees. In an article in College Express, Eric Ford, director of operations for the Shriver Center’s Choice Program, writes about his conversations with four college graduates about the support systems that helped them succeed. Ford identifies several common factors that helped the students graduate, including high parental expectations, dedicated guidance counselors, and supportive university programs. Ford also discussed UMBC’s Choice Program as providing new opportunities for students who might not otherwise see college as a realistic possibility. He shared, “The Choice Program is just one component of… Continue Reading Eric Ford, Shriver Center, Advises Prospective College Students on Paths to Success in College Express

Winter 2014 Commencement Ceremonies

Oct 9, 2014 / 2 minutes of reading

From: Philip Rous, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs It is my pleasure to invite you to participate in UMBC’s winter 2014 Commencement Ceremonies. We will have two ceremonies this December in the Retriever Activities Center (RAC). Graduate Commencement will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 17 in the RAC Undergraduate Commencement will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 18 in the RAC These commencement ceremonies are important events in the life of our scholarly community where we come together to celebrate the accomplishments of our students and recognize the outstanding commitment of our… Continue Reading Winter 2014 Commencement Ceremonies

Pres. Hrabowski’s Encouraging Message for Maryland Parents in The Baltimore Sun

Oct 3, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

Last week, President Hrabowski spoke at a parent empowerment and engagement forum sponsored by the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) and the African American Community Roundtable of Howard County. At the forum, as HCPSS discussed a program to help parents track student achievement, Dr. Hrabowski encouraged parents to take advantage of educational opportunities and resources and be increasingly involved in their children’s learning. “I want parents to understand how very important it is for them to play a key role in helping their students achieve in school,” he said. “And I want parents to understand that they needed to… Continue Reading Pres. Hrabowski’s Encouraging Message for Maryland Parents in The Baltimore Sun

Homecoming 2014

Sep 29, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

It’s Homecoming time once again! Join us for the extravaganza, and be sure to show off your Retriever Fever at these great events: Faculty and Staff Social, 10/8 Alumni Awards Ceremony, 10/9 Homecoming Carnival, 10/11 Crab Feast, 10/11 We also hope you will participate in Spirit Monday on 10/6. Wear your best black and gold, take a selfie, and post to our Facebook page for a chance to win great prizes.

Robert Deluty, Graduate School, Publishes his 46th Book

Sep 29, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

Robert Deluty, associate dean of the Graduate School, has published a new volume of poetry, “Human Recordings.” In his review, Ronald Pies writes: “The title of Robert Deluty’s wonderful new collection was inspired by the late rock band musician, Layne Staley, who struggled with depression and drug addiction throughout his adult life. But, like Staley’s music, Deluty’s moving poems are highly-condensed recordings of ‘being human,’ in all its tragic and comic tonalities. From the ‘taxidermist’s son/ wooing the depressed daughter/ of the mortician’ to the ‘Arby’s manager/ fuming that his sons opened/ a vegan bistro,’ Deluty regales us with the… Continue Reading Robert Deluty, Graduate School, Publishes his 46th Book

UMBC Launches New Research@UMBC Website

Sep 18, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

UMBC’s Office of the Vice President for Research has launched a new website to increase awareness of UMBC’s research activity and to provide enhanced access to campus-wide resources that support research and grant-related activities. “This new window into the innovative discoveries and creations of the UMBC community will empower students, faculty and staff by ensuring their accomplishments reach a broader audience within the campus community and beyond. It will also act as a consolidated portal to events and resources provided by UMBC to better position all of our scholars to advance their fields of study,” stated Vice President for Research Karl… Continue Reading UMBC Launches New Research@UMBC Website

Vice Provost Patrice McDermott Calls for Gender Equity in Peer Review

Sep 17, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

As guest editor of the spring 2014 issue of Peer Review, Patrice McDermott, vice provost for faculty affairs, coauthored an introductory essay that calls for greater inclusivity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). While the United States seeks to increase the number of STEM workers, the number of women STEM graduates decreased by 39% from 2001 to 2010. In order to reverse this trend, McDermott and co-author Kelly Mack advocate for growing the number of female faculty members, which has been shown to have positive effects on retaining female students. The article states, “We need a fundamental reconsideration of… Continue Reading Vice Provost Patrice McDermott Calls for Gender Equity in Peer Review

1st Provost’s Symposium Features Innovative Ideas

Sep 17, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

On September 12, the first Provost’s Teaching and Learning Symposium took place at UMBC. The day showcased panels, poster presentations and a roundtable discussion that explored innovative pedagogy and engaging ideas. Panel presentations featured talks by faculty involved in visionary programs like BreakingGround, iCubed@UMBC, the Hrabowski Innovation Fund and more. The roundtable discussion concluded the day by offering a space to reflect on how UMBC can continue to innovate and redesign courses to engage students.

UMBC Upward Bound Reflects on Peer Leadership in Capital News Service

Sep 16, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

Director of UMBC Upward Bound Corris Davis ’98, biology, and academic counselor Brittany Walker spoke to Capital News Service about how Upward Bound is changing to better serve low-income students. Upward Bound, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, teaches low-income high school students skills in leadership, communication and academics. UMBC Upward Bound supports 140 students from east Baltimore and Baltimore County. Since 2007, the program has trained graduating students to mentor high school students. As a senior in high school, Walker became a peer leader for underclassmen and said the program “[brought] everyone together as one.” Now, peer… Continue Reading UMBC Upward Bound Reflects on Peer Leadership in Capital News Service

Amanda M. Knapp, Assistant Vice Provost, in Buffalo Business Magazine

Sep 15, 2014 / 1 minute of reading

Amanda M. Knapp, Assistant Vice Provost, Academic Standards and Policy Administration is featured in the Autumn 2014 issue of Buffalo Business Magazine. In the article, Knapp discusses her career in higher education and the impact of her work, saying, “Serving others is the greatest reward, and I am honored to work with thousands of students from across the globe…” Click here to read the feature, which can be found on page eight.