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Domestic violence survivors seek homeless services from a system that often leaves them homeless

Apr 11, 2024 / 6 minutes of reading

2018-2019 study of domestic violence survivors in the Washington D.C.’s services for homelessness by Nkiru Nnawulezi, associate professor of psychology at UMBC, and Lauren Cattaneo, found that out of 41 participants, only four received immediate housing, with either a bed in a shelter or a hotel. Housing instability brings its own set of problems for survivors, including poor health, economic insecurity and the risk of future violence. These stresses can lead survivors back to the abusive relationship or into other unsafe housing situations. Continue Reading Domestic violence survivors seek homeless services from a system that often leaves them homeless

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Bollywood is playing a large supporting role in India’s elections

Apr 10, 2024 / 6 minutes of reading

The use of Indian popular cinema for political ends has a long history – one that predates Indian independence. UMBC art historian, Preminda Jacobs, writes about how the connection between cinema and politics has made it the primary vehicle for the lengthy careers of numerous charismatic politicians. Continue Reading Bollywood is playing a large supporting role in India’s elections

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Chinese migration to US is nothing new – but the reasons for recent surge at Southern border are

Apr 10, 2024 / 6 minutes of reading

The brief closure of the Darien Gap – a perilous 66-mile jungle journey linking South American and Central America – in February 2024 temporarily halted one of the Western Hemisphere’s busiest migration routes, explains Meredity Oyen, assistant professor of history at UMBC. It also highlighted its importance to a small but growing group of people that depend on that pass to make it to the U.S.: Chinese migrants. Continue Reading Chinese migration to US is nothing new – but the reasons for recent surge at Southern border are

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New York City greenlights congestion pricing – here’s how this toll plan is expected to improve traffic, air quality and public transit

Apr 10, 2024 / 6 minutes of reading

New York City is poised to launch the first congestion pricing plan to reduce traffic in a major U.S. metropolitan area. The Congestion Relief Zone, which covers Manhattan south of 60th Street, large trucks will pay $36, small trucks $24, passenger vehicles $15 and motorcycles $7.50, explains John Rennie Short, professor emeritus of public policy. Ride-share vehicles and taxis will pay $2.50 and $1.25, respectively. Peak hours run from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends; overnight tolls are discounted by 75%. Continue Reading New York City greenlights congestion pricing – here’s how this toll plan is expected to improve traffic, air quality and public transit

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6 Earth Day events that will ground you to our planet

Apr 5, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading

While Earth Day may be a one-day affair, our everyday actions affect the Earth 365 days of the year. This April, UMBC is celebrating Earth Month, allowing the community to dedicate time to reflect more deeply on the environmental challenges we are facing and also celebrate the many gifts our world has to offer. In partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the United States Geological Survey (USGS), UMBC is hosting a lineup of free, exciting, Earth Day events happening all month! You don’t even need to leave campus to join in on the fun all while learning about… Continue Reading 6 Earth Day events that will ground you to our planet

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Why rural white Americans’ resentment is a threat to democracy

Apr 4, 2024 / 5 minutes of reading

Tom Schaller, professor of political science at UMBC, discusses his new book, White Rural Rage, about the complex intersections of race, place, and opinion and the implications they hold for our political system. Continue Reading Why rural white Americans’ resentment is a threat to democracy

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Mellon Foundation grants CAHSS $750K to establish Global Asias Initiative

Apr 3, 2024 / 2 minutes of reading

Kimberly Moffitt, dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Socials Sciences, and co-pi Tamara Bhalla, associate professor of American studies and director of the Asian American studies minor, have been awarded a $750K grant from the Mellon Foundation to establish the Global Asias Initiative. Continue Reading Mellon Foundation grants CAHSS $750K to establish Global Asias Initiative

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Restaurateur and Retriever Lane Harlan goes back for seconds

Apr 2, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading

Some have dark wood and cozy corners, some have bright, natural light and textured walls. But each of Lane Harlan’s establishments can be looked at like a love letter to the people of Baltimore, thoughtfully decorated with hand-chosen, local pieces and, in some cases, even the decor from her own living room. Continue Reading Restaurateur and Retriever Lane Harlan goes back for seconds

Urban development simulation helps students learn how to balance growth, equity, and environmental sustainability

Mar 27, 2024 / 8 minutes of reading

“I could lecture students about the ethical, financial, structural, and environmental issues cities grapple with in the urban development process, but urban planning simulations create an entirely different learning process,” says Eric Stokan, associate professor of political science who partnered with the Urban Land Institute for this project. Continue Reading Urban development simulation helps students learn how to balance growth, equity, and environmental sustainability

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James Clavell’s ‘Shōgun’ is reimagined for a new generation of TV viewers

Mar 25, 2024 / 7 minutes of reading

Constantine Nomikos Vaporis, professor of history, a historian of Japan who specializes in the history of the Tokugawa, or early modern era – a period from 1603 to 1868, during which the bulk of the action in FX’s new television miniseries“Shōgun” takes place. “American viewers today apparently don’t need to be slowly introduced to Japanese culture by a European guide,” says Vaporis. Continue Reading James Clavell’s ‘Shōgun’ is reimagined for a new generation of TV viewers

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UMBC faculty share knowledge and passion during Diversity in Cybersecurity, Brunei event

Mar 22, 2024 / 2 minutes of reading

Over two weeks at the end of January, six UMBC faculty woke up early to deliver lectures and lead workshops with students more than 9,000 miles away, in the small Asian nation of Brunei, located on the island of Borneo. The online talks were part of the Diversity in Cybersecurity, Brunei conference, organized jointly by Edah Hasnal, an advocate for gender diversity in the tech sector in Brunei, and Carolyn Seaman, director of the Center for Women in Technology (CWIT) at UMBC. Continue Reading UMBC faculty share knowledge and passion during Diversity in Cybersecurity, Brunei event

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How to stay in touch—4 steps to being a prolific pen pal

Mar 22, 2024 / 5 minutes of reading

For Winona Caesar ’09, a sergeant in the Baltimore City Police, letter writing is a creative outlet. Whether hand writing a letter or using one of her seven typewriters, Caesar says the process slows her down and connects her to individuals all over the globe. As the world grows increasingly more digitized, Caesar and her pen pals are saving the lost art of keeping in touch. Continue Reading How to stay in touch—4 steps to being a prolific pen pal

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