Dear UMBC Community, Happy Last Day of Classes! To our students: I wish you all the best on your final exams, papers, and projects—you are almost there, and I know you can finish strong. To our...
May 12, 2026
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Dear UMBC Community, In just a few short weeks, we will come together to celebrate the achievements of our graduates. Each year, we invite Commencement speakers who reflect the values of our...
April 23, 2026
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Budget, strategic planning, and more
Dear UMBC Community, It is hard to believe that we are more than halfway through April and a little more than a month away from spring Commencement! I know that everyone has been hard at work...
April 21, 2026
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Dear UMBC Community, I am writing to provide an update on our efforts following UMBC’s 2024 agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to strengthen and expand initiatives for...
April 15, 2026
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Dear UMBC Community, With the cold and wintry conditions that delayed the start of in-person classes by a week, it seems strange to refer to this as the spring semester! I hope that you all...
February 2, 2026
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Dear UMBC Campus Community, Happy New Year! I am delighted to share good news about Dr. Yvette Mozie-Ross '88, vice provost for enrollment management and planning. When I began at UMBC more...
January 8, 2026
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Budget, federal actions, and more
Dear UMBC Community, As the fall semester draws to a close and we look forward to celebrating graduates at Commencement ceremonies tomorrow and Thursday, I write to share updates on some key...
December 16, 2025
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10:34 AM
A new VP for Government Relations and Community Affairs
Dear UMBC Community, I am delighted to announce the appointment of D. Paul Monteiro, Jr., as our new vice president for government relations and community affairs. Paul is an experienced...
December 11, 2025
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12:44 PM
Celebrating Yaakov “Jake” Weissmann ’06
Dear UMBC Community, Many of you likely have heard by now the news that our very own Yaakov “Jake” Weissmann ’06 has been named to a top position in Maryland Governor Wes Moore’s cabinet. The...
October 21, 2025
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Best wishes for the semester ahead
Dear UMBC Community, Welcome to the first day of the fall semester! Please enjoy this video greeting on what is one of my most favorite days of the year. Sincerely, President Valerie...
August 27, 2025
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