Moffitt participated in a roundtable discussion on how the media covered Rep. John Lewis’s decision to not attend the inauguration. She also appeared on The Baltimore Sun’s “Roughly Speaking” podcast to analyze President Trump’s inaugural address. Continue Reading Kimberly Moffitt joins WEAA to comment on the role of the news media in covering President Trump
As president, Gonzalves will work to boost funding for students, community activists, and conferences; advance opportunities for K-12 teachers’ professional development in Asian American studies; and explore international exchange opportunities. Continue Reading Theo Gonzalves elected president of the Association for Asian American Studies
UMBC’s annual Post-Election Forum and W.E.B. DuBois Lecture provided early opportunities for reflection on the results of the 2016 U.S. election, in addition to faculty voices in the local and national media. Continue Reading UMBC faculty guide reflection on the 2016 election through campus events and media
“The complex problems we face do not organize themselves neatly into the categories we’re used to,” says Carole McCann. “We need to think beyond those boundaries.” A new faculty social hour series aims to provide a space to support that effort. Continue Reading UMBC faculty celebrate opportunities to expand collaboration across disciplines
“This conference is not only significant to our understanding of the potential legacy of the first self-identified African-American president of the United States, but it is also timely as we approach one of the most contentious and polarizing presidential elections of our country’s history,” says Kimberly Moffitt, associate professor of American studies and lead conference organizer. Continue Reading Michael Eric Dyson headlines Obama Effect 2.0 conference at UMBC
“People you see on this stage are not just amazingly talented, they are good people who have done great work,” shared President Hrabowski. “I can’t think of anything an educator would want more than that: People who care about others, who strive for excellence, and who never, never, never give up.” Continue Reading Alumni Awards highlight profound impact, drive, and commitment of UMBC alumni and faculty
UMBC’s Thomas Schaller and Kimberly Moffitt comment on undecided voters and how the presidential race is affecting down-ballot elections in The Baltimore Sun and national political magazine “The Week.” Continue Reading UMBC faculty discuss state of the presidential campaign in local and national media
“I think folks are exactly where they were when they started this debate,” Moffitt explained when talking about the potential impact the debate had on undecided voters. Continue Reading Kimberly Moffitt analyzes the first presidential debate on WYPR and WEAA
“We were asking serious questions about developing cures for cancer and how we use composite materials in the mechanical engineering lab,” shared Oliver Myers, describing his experience as a member of the first cohort of Meyerhoff Scholars at UMBC. Continue Reading UMBC community gathers to reflect on campus culture over the last 50 years
“The whole experience at UMBC was gratifying,” said Simmona Simmons ‘72, American studies, who began working in UMBC’s library in 1966. “As UMBC grew, I grew with UMBC.” Continue Reading Stoop stories offer a glimpse into UMBC’s first days and rich history
“We are producing great outcomes and people see it,” says Yvette Mozie-Ross, vice provost of enrollment management and planning, in a new magazine feature highlighting UMBC’s arrival on the national stage. Continue Reading Baltimore Magazine features UMBC in its 2016 College guide
American studies Associate Professor Kimberly Moffitt joins The Baltimore Sun’s “Roughly Speaking” podcast with Dan Rodricks to discuss a variety of issues surrounding recent violence across the country. Continue Reading Kimberly Moffitt reflects on community responses and reactions to recent violence across the country
