“I have found the faculty at UMBC to be overwhelmingly encouraging, helpful, and engaging. Their support has made it possible for me to take unique professional opportunities in D.C. and in China,” says Schultz. Continue Reading Marc Schultz, world traveler, to return to China as a Fulbright research scholar
Their experiences will range from teaching English in Colombia to using animation to recreate Viking Age artifacts in Norway. Continue Reading Seven new UMBC grads to pursue Fulbright fellowships around the globe
“UMBC gave me opportunities I don’t think I could have gotten from any other university,” says Geisler. Continue Reading Isabel Geisler, Reach Initiative founder, to pursue Ph.D. in sociology
“I am convinced that UMBC has given me unique opportunities no other university would have, and for that I am incredibly grateful,” says Mujica-Martorell. Continue Reading Daniela Mujica-Martorell, undergraduate researcher and polyglot, studies design across cultures
The three pillars of the program are mentorship, research, and empowerment. By giving young women training and information, program founder Isabel Geisler ’17 hopes to positively influence participants’ education and career paths. Continue Reading UMBC Sondheim Scholar creates the Reach Initiative to support Baltimore teen girls in STEM
Opening on January 30 and continuing until March 26, the Albin O. Kuhn Library Gallery will present Altered State: Painting Myanmar in a Time of Transition, an exhibition of paintings by 36 contemporary artists from Myanmar, the Southeast Asian nation formerly known as Burma. Continue Reading Exhibition and lecture explore the artwork and changing society of Myanmar
The Governor’s Summer Internship Program introduces Maryland college students to the unique challenges and rewards of working within state government. Continue Reading Governor’s Summer Interns present policy papers to state political leaders
College JUMP was a tremendous success in its first year, with all of the graduating seniors in the program accepted into college. Continue Reading New mentoring program connects refugee youth in Baltimore with opportunities to pursue a college education
“In Baltimore, the number of immigrants increased 50 percent between 2000 and 2013, contributing to the first population growth the city experienced in decades,” write Filomeno and his students in the National League of Cities publication “The Weekly.” Continue Reading Felipe Filomeno and students examine immigration policies and urban revival in post-industrial America
The Latin American Studies Association (LASA) is the largest professional association in the world for individuals and institutions engaged in the study of Latin America. This year, several UMBC faculty across disciplines are organizing conference panel discussions and presenting their research. Continue Reading UMBC to have strong presence at the 2016 Latin American Studies Association Conference
“Through my coursework, internships, and service-learning opportunities, I have found my personal calling in international affairs,” says Henningsen. Continue Reading Salutatorian Ashby Henningsen to pursue a public service career dedicated to human rights
Faculty speak about UMBC’s well-rounded research portfolio and focus in on research strengths in physics, geosciences, space science, and bioengineering; students share career goals and experiences working with local communities. Continue Reading Congressman Elijah Cummings discusses UMBC’s research leadership and commitment to Baltimore during campus visit
