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Good Neighbors

Anyone who has had the pleasure of a rooftop visit with Freeman A. Hrabowski knows the joy UMBC’s president takes in pointing out the Baltimore skyline from the top of the Administration Building. That’s because Baltimore — to him, and to UMBC — is not just a nearby spot on a map or a place to watch a baseball game. It’s a life source for the university, providing internships for our students, jobs for our graduates, and culture for all who may choose to take advantage of it. As much as UMBC receives from the city, however, it also gives… Continue Reading Good Neighbors

Outstanding Alumna: Kaliope Parthemos ’93

Over the next few weeks we’ll be introducing you to this year’s Alumni Award winners. The UMBC Alumni Association proudly honors distinguished alumni and faculty for their accomplishments and dedication to UMBC. Today we’re talking with Kaliope Parthemos ‘93, psychology, about her career as Chief of Staff to Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake.  Name: Kaliope Parthemos ’93, psychology Job Title: Chief of Staff, Office of Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake Award Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences Q: Why did you choose to attend UMBC? In addition to UMBC’s proximity to home and its affordability, UMBC had a great academic reputation. Q: Is there a particular class… Continue Reading Outstanding Alumna: Kaliope Parthemos ’93

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