Ellen Handler Spitz examines the relationship between psychoanalysis and the arts in new publications

Jul 12, 2016 / 1 minute of reading

In a special online issue of the American Psychological Association journal, “Psychoanalytic Psychology” devoted to the humanities, Spitz has the lead article, linking the humanities with psychoanalysis by building on an expanded lecture presented initially at the Austen Riggs Center’s Erikson Institute. Continue Reading Ellen Handler Spitz examines the relationship between psychoanalysis and the arts in new publications

UMBC’s Brandon Enriquez named University System of Maryland student regent

Jul 6, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

As a voting member of the Board of Regents, Enriquez represents more than 168,000 undergraduate and graduate students from 12 institutions across the state, including UMBC. Continue Reading UMBC’s Brandon Enriquez named University System of Maryland student regent

May 20, 2016 / 4 minutes of reading

“The academic growth in this first cohort of AP Capstone students has been nothing less than phenomenal,” says Josh Headley, Baltimore Polytechnic Institute. Continue Reading Capstone research program brings Baltimore high school students to UMBC

May 6, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

“More and more people are grasping how central the humanities are to good medical practice, to establishing trust, and to the fostering of cultural understanding,” says Professor Spitz. Continue Reading Ellen Handler Spitz speaks with pediatricians about connections between early reading and child health

Apr 28, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

Alkebsi, currently policy counsel for the National Association of the Deaf, shares, “I hope that the ceremony has inspired others who are deaf and hard of hearing to pursue a legal career.” Continue Reading Alumna Zainab Alkebsi admitted to Bar of the U.S. Supreme Court in historic ceremony

Apr 26, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

“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

Apr 26, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

“Mentors placed me in the position to speak before the world and lead other students in promoting diversity in technology,” Williams shares. Continue Reading Randi Williams, UMBC advocate for women and minorities in tech, heads to MIT Media Lab

Apr 25, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

“Volunteering at after-school programs in Baltimore was a central part of my UMBC experience,” says Posey, “and I can credit the myriad of service opportunities through The Shriver Center for sparking my passion for teaching.” Continue Reading Sayre Posey, 2016 Maryland Teacher of Promise, shares how she came to realize love of teaching

Apr 25, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

“UMBC students and faculty members hold themselves to the highest standards of academic excellence and research rigor, but at the same time foster an environment of support,” says Arussy. Continue Reading Sara “Cheli” Arussy to pursue Ph.D. at Stanford after growing passion for medical research at UMBC

Apr 25, 2016 / 3 minutes of reading

UMBC’s Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day (April 27) is a must-see, campus-wide event featuring a diverse array of performances, film screenings, exhibits, posters, and talks. Continue Reading Talented students to share passion for research and creative expression at 20th annual URCAD

Apr 25, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

Mehta shares, “as a senior on my way to medical school in the fall, I can say with confidence that I look forward to all the challenges that life throws my way because UMBC has taught me to have grit and always persevere.” Continue Reading Avanti Mehta, Sondheim Public Affairs Scholar heading to medical school, says UMBC taught her grit and perseverance

Apr 24, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

“I am a proud member of the Sondheim Public Affairs Scholars program…committed to Walter Sondheim’s vision of integrating research, teaching, and learning for the benefit of society,” shares Moorthy. Continue Reading Vivek Moorthy to pursue his interest in mathematics and economics research at Northrop Grumman