UMBC researchers from across the humanities and social sciences recently earned press coverage for their work exploring factors that shape K–12 education in the United States. From inclusive language in classrooms to math pedagogy, each offers insights to spur change and further research to improve children’s educational experiences. Continue Reading UMBC researchers address diverse factors impacting U.S. schooling
“Mechanical engineers and historians are here in the same room talking to one another,” said Dean Scott Casper during his featured talk focused on communication skills. “That is what is really exciting about today.” Continue Reading Reimagined Graduate Research Conference focuses on clear communication across all fields
“Teachers and students thrive when they all have a deeper understanding of linguistic and cultural diversity,” says Christine Mallinson, who developed the app with collaborator Anne Charity Hudley (William & Mary) and Aureanna Hakenson ’15. Continue Reading New app Valuable Voices builds awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity in the classroom
“The complex problems we face do not organize themselves neatly into the categories we’re used to,” says Carole McCann. “We need to think beyond those boundaries.” A new faculty social hour series aims to provide a space to support that effort. Continue Reading UMBC faculty celebrate opportunities to expand collaboration across disciplines
“This conference is not only significant to our understanding of the potential legacy of the first self-identified African-American president of the United States, but it is also timely as we approach one of the most contentious and polarizing presidential elections of our country’s history,” says Kimberly Moffitt, associate professor of American studies and lead conference organizer. Continue Reading Michael Eric Dyson headlines Obama Effect 2.0 conference at UMBC
“I think folks are exactly where they were when they started this debate,” Moffitt explained when talking about the potential impact the debate had on undecided voters. Continue Reading Kimberly Moffitt analyzes the first presidential debate on WYPR and WEAA
The initiatives challenge students to be active in their education and encourage faculty to be innovative and work across disciplines. Continue Reading Hrabowski Fund for Innovation awards grants for four unique faculty initiatives
“We are producing great outcomes and people see it,” says Yvette Mozie-Ross, vice provost of enrollment management and planning, in a new magazine feature highlighting UMBC’s arrival on the national stage. Continue Reading Baltimore Magazine features UMBC in its 2016 College guide
“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
“I couldn’t be more appreciative or thankful for the opportunities to study my work and wear so many hats in my 21 years at UMBC,” says Fritz, on earning a Ph.D. while serving as a UMBC staff member. Continue Reading John Fritz, AVP of information technology, examines how data can help students improve their academic success
UMBC’s English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) programs had many major roles at the event, demonstrating UMBC’s impact around the globe in TESOL. Continue Reading UMBC has strong presence at the 2016 TESOL International Convention and 50th anniversary celebration
Two of TESOL’s (teaching English to students of other languages) leading scholars recognized for their contributions to the field. Continue Reading Joan Shin and Jodi Crandall honored as international leaders in teaching English to students of other languages
