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Inclusion Imperative spotlights six years of innovation in community-engaged humanities research and teaching

May 4, 2023 / 5 minutes of reading

“I firmly believe that the humanities offer us crucial tools for addressing pressing issues of civic life,” said Jessica Berman, director of UMBC’s Dresher Center, at the Center’s Inclusion Imperative six-year capstone event. “Now more than ever, we need the tools of the humanities to advance local and national conversations about our history, our identities, and our common future.” Continue Reading Inclusion Imperative spotlights six years of innovation in community-engaged humanities research and teaching

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When We Work Together

Dec 1, 2022 / 14 minutes of reading

On the eve of UMBC’s 50th anniversary in 2016, when the institution put forth a goal to raise $150 million— money that goes directly to student scholarships, graduate fellowships, professorial awards, and so much more— we didn’t question if we would succeed, we just wondered how we’d be able to capture the magnitude of the collective campaign when it came to a close. Continue Reading When We Work Together

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Her Story of History

Nov 23, 2022 / 4 minutes of reading

Ellicott City, founded 250 years ago this year, holds more than its share of history. The lore of the old mill town is dense with pioneers, millers, astronomers, abolitionists, fires, floods, and firsts, including the nation’s first national road and railroad. Writer Ellen Nibali ’90, English, wanted to tell the history of the town. But how could she condense all those years into something that would both enlighten and entertain? Then she thought of the magic of the musical. “The underlying thing is that I love stories,” Nibali said. “And I always enjoyed music. Then I realized that a musical… Continue Reading Her Story of History

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How Bob Dylan used the ancient practice of ‘imitatio’ to craft some of the most original songs of his time

Oct 17, 2022 / 6 minutes of reading

Raphael Falco, professor of English, discusses the similarity between the way Bob Dylan composes his songs and the ancient practice known as “imitatio.”. Continue Reading How Bob Dylan used the ancient practice of ‘imitatio’ to craft some of the most original songs of his time

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BBC at 100: a trusted international news source, but it’s important to remember whose values it reflects

Oct 17, 2022 / 5 minutes of reading

Jessica Berman, Director of UMBC’s Dresher Center for the Humanities, discusses the BBC’s role in bringing Anglocentric news around the world, specifically in the West Indies, and the impact of of All India Radio. Continue Reading BBC at 100: a trusted international news source, but it’s important to remember whose values it reflects

Lost in the Art: English major guards and curates paintings at Baltimore Museum of Art

Jul 25, 2022 / 4 minutes of reading

A massive painting dwarfed Rob Kempton ’12, English, as he stood in a Baltimore Museum of Art gallery. In his security guard uniform, Kempton gestured to the swoop of orange oil paint on the blood-red background, painted by Grace Hartigan in 1957 and titled “Interior – The Creeks.” “I love the opaque strong colors. There’s such a push and pull, rhythm and movement, it really dances,” he said. “And here,” he said, pointing to a section that Hartigan slathered with paint, then scraped away with a palette knife. “See where she scrapes it away, it’s like revising a poem, so… Continue Reading Lost in the Art: English major guards and curates paintings at Baltimore Museum of Art

UMBC students explore South Korea, Japan through new Education Abroad Access Fund

Jul 20, 2022 / 4 minutes of reading

“Education abroad is known to have a positive impact on students’ future academic and career outcomes, but the costs of international travel can result in barriers to participation,” says David Di Maria, associate vice provost for international education. “The Class of 1970’s generous gift helps address these barriers. It ensures more Retrievers are able to enjoy the transformative benefits of making the world their classroom.” Continue Reading UMBC students explore South Korea, Japan through new Education Abroad Access Fund

UMBC’s student innovation competition winners share tips for aspiring entrepreneurs

May 25, 2022 / 4 minutes of reading

Student teams recently gathered at Betamore, a Baltimore-based entrepreneurship and coworking space, to battle in the final round of UMBC’s annual Cangialosi Business Innovation Competition. This year’s competition included two distinct tracks: technology and innovation, and social impact. The top three ideas in each track received funding to help move their ventures forward. Continue Reading UMBC’s student innovation competition winners share tips for aspiring entrepreneurs

Beyond Midlife: Kathy Marmor’s new artwork explores memory and embodiment for women in midlife

Mar 3, 2022 / 4 minutes of reading

Western culture remains terrified of aging, particularly for women, but that fear doesn’t stop any of us from actually aging. Kathy Marmor delves into the heart of these anxieties with a pair of innovative collaborative works, now on view at the Center for Art, Design and Visual Culture. Continue Reading Beyond Midlife: Kathy Marmor’s new artwork explores memory and embodiment for women in midlife

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UMBC’s Sharon Tran receives a Career Enhancement Fellowship for writing on Asian girlhood and anti-Asian racism

Dec 9, 2021 / 3 minutes of reading

“Across time, literature has often served as a site of protest. Dr. Tran’s work addresses this important aspect of literary studies,” says Jean Fernandez, professor and chair of English. “The English department is proud of the recognition she has garnered with this prestigious award.” Continue Reading UMBC’s Sharon Tran receives a Career Enhancement Fellowship for writing on Asian girlhood and anti-Asian racism

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Women leaders from UMBC, Morgan State, and UMD receive $3M Mellon grant to diversify senior leadership in higher ed

Nov 18, 2021 / 8 minutes of reading

“This experienced team of diverse senior leaders has an opportunity to create a structural answer to elevate diverse leaders from the arts and humanities,” says project PI Kimberly Moffitt, UMBC’s interim dean of CAHSS. “This will enable faculty to apply distinct knowledge, skills, and perspectives to address our communities’ needs as leaders at their respective institutions.” Continue Reading Women leaders from UMBC, Morgan State, and UMD receive $3M Mellon grant to diversify senior leadership in higher ed

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International labor economist Tim Gindling is named UMBC’s 2021 – 2022 Liptz Professor

Sep 14, 2021 / 8 minutes of reading

“This professorship will help Tim continue his research in wages, work, poverty, and income distribution in Latin America and East Asia,” says UMBC’s David Mitch, chair and professor of economics. “It brings to the forefront the importance of his research and its impact at an international level, which is in large part due to his ability to foster successful research collaborations.” This includes research partnerships in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Colombia, Canada, China, and Taiwan. Continue Reading International labor economist Tim Gindling is named UMBC’s 2021 – 2022 Liptz Professor

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