Up On the Roof—Spring 2021
In a recent chat, President Hrabowski and Alumni Association President Brian Frazee share why it’s so important to stay connected to fellow Retrievers. Continue Reading Up On the Roof—Spring 2021
Political Science
Building a Better Baltimore—Together
As deputy director of communication for Baltimore’s Mayor Scott, Stefanie Mavronis ’12 channels her hometown pride to connect with the city in a equitable way. Continue Reading Building a Better Baltimore—Together
Retrievers buck ‘traditional’ timelines and redefine success
“Transfer students bring a wealth of knowledge and experiences to our campus,” says UMBC’s Chloe Terrell. “Without them, we wouldn’t be the vibrant community we are.” Continue Reading Retrievers buck ‘traditional’ timelines and redefine success
Access for All—Rising Together
Many Retrievers aspire to create a community that treats each member as a whole person deserving of respect, no matter their age or identity. These two Rising Stars are doing just that. Continue Reading Access for All—Rising Together
Finding Joy in the Classroom
Theresa Bruce didn’t set out to be a teacher—she had her sights set on being a hot-shot lawyer. So how to explain her last decade as a city teacher? Continue Reading Finding Joy in the Classroom
Poland’s anti-abortion push highlights pandemic risks to democracy
The push to tighten Poland’s abortion laws has proved a lightning bolt moment for protesters. Continue Reading Poland’s anti-abortion push highlights pandemic risks to democracy
Genocide claims in Nagorno-Karabakh make peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan unlikely, despite cease-fire
Both sides claim that the fighting isn’t just about territorial control – it is a fight to prevent genocide. This accusation may make a lasting resolution much harder. Continue Reading Genocide claims in Nagorno-Karabakh make peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan unlikely, despite cease-fire
UMBC’s Sydney Gaskins competes in the final round of Trial by Combat, a national mock trial championship
UMBC Mock Trial continues to reach new heights at a national level, even with COVID-19 impacting the competition season. Sydney Gaskins ’22, political science, finished as a runner-up in the final round of the national Trial by Combat (TBC), a head-to-head individual mock trial championship hosted this summer by the UCLA School of Law and Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law. Continue Reading UMBC’s Sydney Gaskins competes in the final round of Trial by Combat, a national mock trial championship
Electoral College Benefits Whiter States, Study Shows
The Electoral College system gives more power to states whose populations are whiter and more racially resentful, according to Blake’s research. Continue Reading Electoral College Benefits Whiter States, Study Shows
UMBC welcomes European Union ambassadors to the U.S.
Ambassadors from the European countries of Slovenia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic convened at UMBC this month as part of the first joint European Union State outreach trip outside of Washington, D.C. Delegations from over twenty E.U. member states participated in the day of engagement with Maryland state and local officials, students, educators, and environmental and trade organizations. Continue Reading UMBC welcomes European Union ambassadors to the U.S.
Alumna Appointed Maryland Secretary of Labor
Tiffany Robinson ’97, political science, was appointed by Governor Larry Hogan as Maryland’s new Secretary of Labor. Continue Reading Alumna Appointed Maryland Secretary of Labor
2018 Alumni Awards: Zainab Alkebsi ’09, political science
Growing up, Zainab Alkebsi ’09, political science, always knew she wanted to become a lawyer. The daughter of Yemeni immigrants, Alkebsi is the first in her family to attend law school, as well as the only deaf member of her family. As an attorney, Alkebsi hoped she could help break down barriers to accessibility for the deaf and hard of hearing community. Now, as policy counsel for the National Association for the Deaf (NAD), Alkebsi does just that. In her role with NAD, Alkebsi interfaces with government agencies, Congress, coalitions, media, and businesses on all issues affecting the deaf and… Continue Reading 2018 Alumni Awards: Zainab Alkebsi ’09, political science