All Rise for Alumni Mock Trial Coaches
When Natalie Murray ’22, biological sciences, Thomas Azari ’22, political… Continue Reading All Rise for Alumni Mock Trial Coaches
When Natalie Murray ’22, biological sciences, Thomas Azari ’22, political… Continue Reading All Rise for Alumni Mock Trial Coaches
McNair Scholar Joana Hernandez is a research enthusiast who found her interest in scientific exploration and mentorship while at UMBC. Since 2019, Hernandez has worked as a research assistant in the lab of Fernando Vonhoff, biological sciences. It was in Vonhoff’s lab where she realized that there were opportunities to turn her love of learning into a career in research. Continue Reading McNair Scholar reflects on the power of research mentorship and leadership through supporting others
Why do we have belly buttons? Do our pets have them, too? And does anything collect inside them besides lint? Sarah Leupen answers all your questions about the strange and storied belly button. Continue Reading Innies, outies and omphalophobia: 7 navel-gazing questions about belly buttons answered
A great number of calls exist throughout the animal kingdom – and many are used to attract mates or defend territories. Evolution has favored those able to make sounds efficiently. The louder and more focused the energy in the call and the closer in pitch it is to the intended listener’s optimal hearing range, the farther away a potential mate or rival will hear it. Continue Reading Mini creatures with mighty voices know their audience and focus on a single frequency
For students pursuing experiential learning through internships, campus jobs, research, and community engagement, it’s not just about learning how to do the thing they want to do. It’s about connecting the work to the passions that brought them to UMBC in the first place. These students and alumni working in their chosen fields tell the whole picture—what hands-on learning looks like when it comes full circle. Continue Reading Connecting the Dots
With Jess Presuel ’23, biological sciences, an international student from… Continue Reading How to Bridge Your Two Homes
Behind every story of giving lies a story about someone’s generosity. For Hema Gowda ’01, biological sciences, this story was about continuing a generational legacy through philanthropy. Continue Reading Carrying on a Philanthropic Legacy
Nearly 1,800 students walked across the stage at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena this week during UMBC’s 78th graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies. After pausing to receive their congratulatory elbow bumps from President Freeman Hrabowski and other leaders, they could breathe a sigh of relief, knowing their hard work and perseverance paid off. Continue Reading Pres. Freeman Hrabowski honors Class of 2022 at final commencement as UMBC leader
People who care about change must be willing to plunge their hands deep into the mess of this world. It’s a dirty job, but someone’s gotta do it. Continue Reading For the Love of Dirty Jobs
Following the passing of George Sherman, the Sherman STEM Teacher Scholars carry on the legacy of inclusive education in underserved communities. Continue Reading Sherman Scholars Live Out Founder’s Legacy
Viruses are arguably nature’s powerhouses for genetic innovation. Humans are likely here today because of them. Continue Reading Viruses are both the villains and heroes of life as we know it
As a new semester gets underway dozens student organizations readily welcome Retrievers who may not assume that the club is for them. Continue Reading The Hospitality of UMBC’s Student Clubs