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UMBC hosts 11th International Digital Storytelling Conference

Sep 20, 2023 / 4 minutes of reading

UMBC’s commitment to highlighting storytelling research continued this summer as the university co-hosted the first state-side edition of the 11th International Digital Storytelling Conference—a four-day event showcasing an expansive range of storytelling-focused projects and initiatives. The conference was a collaborative effort in partnership with the Smithsonian Institution, StoryCenter, and Montgomery College. Continue Reading UMBC hosts 11th International Digital Storytelling Conference

English major learns to facilitate social change through writing and conversation

May 8, 2023 / 3 minutes of reading

Clair Volkening has used her voice as a writer, editor, and facilitator to help UMBC community members build connections with one another and to inspire social change. Continue Reading English major learns to facilitate social change through writing and conversation

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Michelle R. Scott illuminates the lives of Black Vaudeville performers and their broader social impact in Jazz Age America

Apr 7, 2023 / 5 minutes of reading

“My new book explores the lives of the performers, theater owners, producers, managers, and audiences that were part of Black Vaudeville and the Theater Owners Booking Association (T.O.B.A.),” says Michelle Scott, associate professor of history. “It’s a story about how these Black- and white-owned theaters fostered Black artistic exploration and development and the growth of Black-owned businesses.” Continue Reading Michelle R. Scott illuminates the lives of Black Vaudeville performers and their broader social impact in Jazz Age America

Retrievers Behind the Scenes—Courtney C. Hobson, M.A. ’14

Jun 8, 2021 / 2 minutes of reading

Courtney Hobson, M.A. ’14, program coordinator for the Dresher Center for the Humanities, is creating engagement experiences for students, even during the pandemic. Continue Reading Retrievers Behind the Scenes—Courtney C. Hobson, M.A. ’14

UMBC celebrates Dean Scott Casper, next president of the American Antiquarian Society

Jun 11, 2020 / 6 minutes of reading

This fall, UMBC will bid farewell to one of its senior leaders as Scott Casper, dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (CAHSS), departs the university to assume the presidency of the American Antiquarian Society (AAS). Continue Reading UMBC celebrates Dean Scott Casper, next president of the American Antiquarian Society

Outstanding Alumna: Donna Lewis ’86

Oct 8, 2014 / 4 minutes of reading

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 Donna Lewis ‘86, English, about her career working as the Unit Chief for the Transportation Security Administration and her work as a cartoonist for the Washington Post News Service and Syndicate. Name: Donna Lewis ’86, English Job Title: Cartoonist, Washington Post News Service and Syndicate // Unit Chief, Office of Professional Responsibility, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security Award Category: Humanities Q: Please tell us a little… Continue Reading Outstanding Alumna: Donna Lewis ’86

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