On today's episode we hear from Lee Boot, Director of the Imaging Research Center (IRC) at UMBC. Lee is also Affiliate Associate Professor of Visual Arts and Computer Science & Engineering. The topic of our discussion is the recent Full Circle Climate Communication Workshop, held this January at UMBC.

Check out the following links for more information on UMBC, CS3, and our host:

• The UMBC Center for the Social Sciences Scholarship
• The University of Maryland, Baltimore County
• Ian G. Anson, Ph.D.

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Retrieving the Social Sciences is a production of the UMBC Center for Social Science Scholarship.  Our podcast host is Dr. Ian Anson, and our director is Dr. Eric Stokan. Our production intern is Jean Kim. Our theme music was composed and recorded by D’Juan Moreland (UMBC '24).  Special thanks to Amy Barnes and Myriam Ralston for production assistance.  Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, where you can find full video recordings of recent UMBC events.

• Projects must take place on campus or within the campus community.
• Projects are action-oriented. You are welcome to include a research component in your project, but you must include an activity (e.g., event, lecture, panel discussion, volunteering).
• Projects must involve a faculty or staff sponsor. As part of the application process, you are responsible for finding a faculty or staff member on campus to act as your sponsor to assist in project implementation.

• Complete and submit your application by the deadline: Monday, March 10, 2025 at 5 p.m.
• Find a faculty/staff sponsor to write you a letter of recommendation by the deadline and advise you on your proposed project.
• Complete a final report after completing your project. The report should include a brief description of the project and a personal reflection on how the project impacted you and the campus community.

• Providing a letter of recommendation for the student to include as part of their application.
• Reviewing student’s project proposal to ensure that student projects are appropriate and reasonable.
• Connecting the student to campus resources, as appropriate.
• Monthly meetings with the student fellow.

In the 1960s, Black writers in Baltimore utilized Chicory, a poetry magazine published by the Enoch Pratt Free Library from 1966-1983, as an artistic form for activism. Its five editors published the work by everyone from children to seniors, from social workers to people in prison about everything from bad housing and schools to celebrations of Black joy.  Visit this enlightening exhibition that explores this radical publication.

“STRiVE created a community of leaders that taught and uplifted each other. I left this program a better person and leader because of the people I met.” — Ellie Davidson (junior, math)

“I learned that stories are everything, and people want to matter and belong, but most importantly civic life is everywhere. We see, we experience, and we thrive for change. Not just change that honors our values and perspectives but honors the values and perspectives of others.” — Djina Awungnija (first-year, biochemistry and molecular biology)

• Angelina Jenkins, M.A. (The Mosaic: Center for Cultural Diversity)
• David Hoffman ’13, Ph.D. (Center for Democracy and Civic Life)
• Jasmine Lee, Ph.D. (Division of Institutional Equity)
• Jeff Cullen, Ph.D. (Student Conduct and Community Standards)
• Mary Rose Khamfong (senior, psychology)
• Maya Hunn (senior, public health)
• Nikita Lobo (sophomore, computer science)
• Sebastian Zamora (sophomore, financial economics and English)

“I was nervous before joining STRiVE, but there really is no reason to be nervous. STRiVE fosters a very welcome community and I truly loved every second.” — Davida Wiredu (first-year, political science and English)

“STRiVE helped me feel like I belong at UMBC and that I can make an impact, here and in the wider community!” — Connor White (junior, geography and environmental studies)

• Ciara Christian, M.A. ’18, Ph.D. ’22 (Center for Social Justice Dialogue)
• Darcie Adams ’23 (The Gathering Space for Spiritual Well-Being)
• Griselda Flores, Ph.D. (Retriever Essential Needs and Connections)
• John Fox, Ph.D. (Division of Student Affairs)
• Katie Bowen, LCSW-C (Retriever Integrated Health)
• Matt Hoffman, M.Div (The Gathering Space for Spiritual Well-Being)
• Ricky Blissett ’11, Ph.D. (Center for Democracy and Civic Life)

“This experience has reinforced my commitment to leading with empathy and integrity. Whether in academic, professional, or community settings, I now feel more equipped to approach challenges thoughtfully and drive positive change with purpose.” — Roza Zareidoodeji (sophomore, biological sciences)

“This was without a doubt the best experience of my life. I came in scared of being hated and judged, but came out with so much support. This is so much more than just a retreat, this is the start of a community.” — Taylor Laumann (junior, business technology administration)

“At STRiVE, you learn how individuals connect to create a narrative of love, a true community.” — Yael Chookrun (first-year, computer science)

Check out the following links for more information on UMBC, CS3, and our host:

• The UMBC Center for the Social Sciences Scholarship
• The University of Maryland, Baltimore County
• Ian G. Anson, Ph.D.

Subscribe on Spotify, Apple, or Amazon!

Retrieving the Social Sciences is a production of the UMBC Center for Social Science Scholarship.  Our podcast host is Dr. Ian Anson, and our director is Dr. Eric Stokan. Our production intern is Jean Kim. Our theme music was composed and recorded by D’Juan Moreland (UMBC '24).  Special thanks to Amy Barnes and Myriam Ralston for production assistance.  Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, where you can find full video recordings of recent UMBC events.