20th Undergraduate Research Symposium shines a light on students’ diverse contributions to science

Nov 1, 2017 / 4 minutes of reading

On October 14, more than 300 students from across the East Coast descended on campus to share their research with each other, participate in workshops, and learn about UMBC. The event celebrated the diversity among young scientists and the potential for their work to have a positive impact on the world. Continue Reading 20th Undergraduate Research Symposium shines a light on students’ diverse contributions to science

UMBC undergrads conduct pharmaceutical research at UMB through new partnership

Sep 7, 2017 / 3 minutes of reading

Ken Baron is committed to helping students “get grounded in their career areas early,” and focuses on connecting students at all levels with opportunities. In the end, programs like this one represent “the best of what a university can do for its students.” Continue Reading UMBC undergrads conduct pharmaceutical research at UMB through new partnership

UMBC’s 20th Summer Undergraduate Research Fest spotlights emerging science talent from across the nation

Sep 7, 2017 / 4 minutes of reading

“It is a privilege to have so many students coming from far and near to participate in the authentic research experience UMBC provides,” shared Dean Bill LaCourse. “I assure you that your discoveries have added to scientific knowledge, which in the end benefits society through empowerment.” Continue Reading UMBC’s 20th Summer Undergraduate Research Fest spotlights emerging science talent from across the nation

“Enjoy the Process:” Charles Mason III ’14 on art, grad school, and his new “Two Lane Stories” exhibition

Jul 19, 2017 / 8 minutes of reading

Every so often, we’ll chat with an alum about what they do and how they got there. We recently caught up with Charles Mason III ’14, graphic design, an interdisciplinary artist and curator working in Baltimore. His latest exhibition, “Two Lane Stories,” features the work of six black male artists working across Maryland. It opened last Friday at Gallery CA in Greenmount West, and runs through August 31. Name: Charles Mason III Grad Year: 2014 Major: Graphic Design Current Job Title: Visual Artist and Curator of “Two Lane Stories” at Baltimore’s Gallery CA Tell me about how this project came about:… Continue Reading “Enjoy the Process:” Charles Mason III ’14 on art, grad school, and his new “Two Lane Stories” exhibition

Congrats, Class of 2017! Meet some of UMBC’s exceptional new graduates.

May 15, 2017 / 4 minutes of reading

As the Class of 2017 prepares for commencement, the UMBC community honors all our graduates have achieved in their time as Retrievers, and the legacies they will leave as they take their next steps. Continue Reading Congrats, Class of 2017! Meet some of UMBC’s exceptional new graduates.

Daniel Ocasio, UMBC’s 2017 valedictorian, to pursue environmental engineering Ph.D.

May 14, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading

“I have received so much support from faculty and my peers to pursue endeavors that could not have been accomplished without a strong support network,” says Ocasio. Continue Reading Daniel Ocasio, UMBC’s 2017 valedictorian, to pursue environmental engineering Ph.D.

Isabel Geisler, Reach Initiative founder, to pursue Ph.D. in sociology

May 13, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading

“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

Samantha Furman pursues math solutions to medical problems in unique dual Ph.D. program

May 13, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading

“My favorite thing about UMBC is that I believe, ‘It is cool to be smart at UMBC,’ is true…The students here are extremely bright, which pushes me even harder to be the best person and student I can be,” says Furman. Continue Reading Samantha Furman pursues math solutions to medical problems in unique dual Ph.D. program

“The amazing mentorship I have received at UMBC has brought me the courage and confidence I needed to apply to competitive graduate programs and pursue my Ph.D.,” says Frank. Continue Reading Heather Frank to pursue Ph.D. at Harvard after Summers Lab nurtured her passion for HIV research

Daniela Mujica-Martorell, undergraduate researcher and polyglot, studies design across cultures

May 13, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading

“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

20th Undergraduate Research Symposium shines a light on students’ diverse contributions to science

UMBC undergrads conduct pharmaceutical research at UMB through new partnership

UMBC’s 20th Summer Undergraduate Research Fest spotlights emerging science talent from across the nation

“Enjoy the Process:” Charles Mason III ’14 on art, grad school, and his new “Two Lane Stories” exhibition

Congrats, Class of 2017! Meet some of UMBC’s exceptional new graduates.

Daniel Ocasio, UMBC’s 2017 valedictorian, to pursue environmental engineering Ph.D.

Isabel Geisler, Reach Initiative founder, to pursue Ph.D. in sociology

Samantha Furman pursues math solutions to medical problems in unique dual Ph.D. program

Natalie DeNigris continues work with NASA while completing astronomy Ph.D.

Austin Gabel to continue developmental biology research through M.D./Ph.D.

Heather Frank to pursue Ph.D. at Harvard after Summers Lab nurtured her passion for HIV research

Daniela Mujica-Martorell, undergraduate researcher and polyglot, studies design across cultures

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