“You see this great cadre of people who represent the best of our university, the best of our country and the best of humankind. They are solving the problems of humankind,” said President Hrabowski. “This is by far the best of UMBC.” Continue Reading 2017 Alumni Awards celebrate impressive contributions across disciplines from UMBC alumni and faculty
“I decided to find new ways to help other students to succeed,” says Ngea, who became a tutor and mentor to pass along knowledge she gained from courses, conferences, and internships. Continue Reading Natacha Ngea, future software engineer, reflects on the impact of mentorship
“UMBC has helped me achieve my goals and prepared me for my next steps by providing me with a community that celebrates me in my unique interests and background,” says Salib. Continue Reading Gabrielle Salib, inspired to boost STEM access, focuses on human-centered computing
Blaney’s award will allow him to use screening tools that identify the presence of wastewater in urban streams to locate sewer leaks that may be adversely affecting streamwater quality. Continue Reading Lee Blaney receives NSF CAREER Award to address contaminants of emerging concern in urban streams
The Maryland State FIRST LEGO League Championship tournament showcased the innovation and creativity of more than 500 participants, ages 9-14, as they completed challenges related to the tournament theme: animal allies. Continue Reading UMBC hosts FIRST LEGO League state championship tournament
The Cyber Scholars program supports the success of women and underrepresented minority students in cybersecurity, and is a model for increasing diversity in cyber-related fields. Continue Reading UMBC’s Cyber Scholars program stands out as a national model in “Diverse”
“Our program is successful in part because of its core principle,” President Hrabowski and Peter Henderson, senior advisor to the president, suggest. “The university is responsible for supporting student success, not weeding students out.” Continue Reading AAMC highlights UMBC’s national model to support minority student success in med school
UMBC is a “hub of diversity and commitment,” said David Hoffman, assistant director of student life for civic agency. “We are preparing students to change the world for the better by teaching them to think critically and envision themselves a co-creators of community. That starts with the campus community.” Continue Reading Baltimore Sun highlights UMBC’s focus on empowering students as leaders, partners, and community-builders
The partnership includes UMBC faculty and staff speaking in HCPSS classes, and sharing information with students about programs offered for high school and college students. Continue Reading New UMBC partnership will increase STEM opportunities for Howard County Public School students
“One of the ways we can get students to appreciate what STEM can do for our country is through the humanities, not only through reading skills, but understanding many of the ethical issues involved in the achievement gap, in health disparities, and in the environmental issues that we face.” – Dr. Hrabowski on The Kojo Nnamdi Show on WAMU. Continue Reading President Hrabowski discusses the importance of connecting STEM with the arts, humanities and social sciences
As a member of the CRA Board of Directors, Penny Rheingans will work in increase interest, representation and retention of women in technology and engineering programs. Continue Reading Penny Rheingans appointed to Computing Research Association Board of Directors
At a challenging moment for gender equity in computing fields, universities like UMBC support undergraduate women in tech through networking, mentorship, and community-building opportunities. Continue Reading Conference provides transformational experience for women pursuing computing degrees
