Hey everyone!

Hope you're all having a great semester so far!

Take a break and join us for Game Night this Friday, February 28th, from 3–7 PM in ILSB 116B! We'll have a variety of board games, card games, and more—so bring a friend and enjoy a fun, relaxing evening.

We’d love to see you there!

Don't forget to join us for an immersive skill-based session at the Digital Media Lab! This workshop is a fantastic opportunity to explore creative projects using the space and equipment available at UMBC's Digital Media Lab.

Details:
- Date: February 26 
- Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am 
- Location: AOK Library, Room 216 H
 - Capacity: Limited to 25 participants
 **RSVP:** Please click "Going in Person" in the original post found on the MyUMBC PSL group. 

For safety, masks are required and will be provided for all attendees. 

This is an excellent chance to learn new skills and connect with fellow creatives! We can't wait to see you there! 

For any questions, reach out to Viridiana Colosio-Martinez: vcolosi1@umbc.edu 

This event is being hosted as a part of the 2024-2025 Launch of the Public Stories lab which includes a events Co-sponsored by The Division of Professional Studies and Community Leadership Programs, The Shriver Center, The Minor in Critical Disability Studies, Department of Geography and Environmental Systems, Department of American Studies, Language, Literacy, and Culture Doctoral Program, Dresher Center Faculty group on Digital Storytelling.

Great news! The Birthright registration deadline has been extended until March 14. Sign up by the end of the day on Friday, March 14 to secure your spot on this incredible experience.

Bonus Perks: Sign up or recruit a friend to receive exclusive swag, gift cards, and more.

Reserve your spot now at: hillel.org/trip/umbc

If you have any questions, contact Danielle at dhb@umbc.edu.

This trip is not sponsored by the university.

Hello UMBC community,

We are thrilled to welcome two members to the New Media Studio in the Division of Information Technology: Leonard ‘Lenny’ Frieson III and Mary Arsenault.

Lenny Frieson

Lenny joined us on February 24th as a Video Production Specialist reporting to Dustin Roddy. Lenny will be responsible for producing, filming, and editing campus video projects in addition to various roles in campus live streams and sports broadcast events. 

Lenny graduated from Towson University in the Spring of 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Electronic Media & Film, with a concentration in Digital Production. He has worked at his father's Church as a multimedia leader, manning the A/V systems since he was 15. During his student years and after graduation, Lenny’s professional career included work as a Videographer, Photographer, and Editor with several studios in the DMV area, including Ross Video Production, Legacy Studios, Shinee Studios, and Hoop Brothers.

Lenny also has done work in sports broadcasting for CBS, ABC, and ESPN as a photographer, parabolic mic, and camera operator. In addition, Lenny has worked as a freelancer with Johns Hopkins, Morgan State, Towson University, CAA and CIAA basketball tournaments, and the Premiere Lacrosse League.

Fun Fact: Lenny is a huge fan of the Ravens, Manchester United, Orioles, Bulls, Wizards, and Bryson Dechambeau, in that order. He is also a huge Marvel fan, despite his favorite superhero being Batman.

We’re excited to see Lenny apply his experience and education to grow our New Media Studio and continue serving the campus and its students' educational mission. 

Mary Arsenault

Mary joined us on January 21st as a Video Production Specialist. Mary will be responsible for producing, filming, and editing campus video projects in addition to various roles in campus live streams and sports broadcast events. 

Mary is a graduate of UMBC completing her undergraduate degree in Media and Communications Studies and Psychology in 2018. Mary was an intern at the Studio her senior year, excelling at sports broadcasting, especially replay operations. Mary as an undergrad worked as a Bookstore cashier, staff at Campus Information Center desk, Commons operations, Orientation peer advisor, and Woolie. She was a member of Delta Phi Epsilon (President ‘17-‘18), SUCCESS peer mentor and Psi Chi honors society.

After graduating, Mary attended the Disney College Program before landing a job as an account manager at Jellyfish, a marketing and creative agency in downtown Baltimore. Her clients included Google. Most recently, Mary came to us from Shine Creative in Washington, DC, where she was an Assistant Video Editor responsible for over 1,000 political spots and commercials. 

Fun Fact: Mary is a die-hard Baltimore sports fan who attends many Orioles and Ravens games a year. She is also a sneaker customizer who has made over 300 pairs of branded sneakers for clients such as Guy Fieri, Cinnabon, Smalls Sliders, Chicken Guy, and Cosmic Comix. 

We’re excited to see Mary apply her experience and education to grow the New Media Studio and continue serving the campus and its students' educational mission. Mary can be reached at marsena1@umbc.edu.

Join us in welcoming Lenny and Mary to the DoIT Team and UMBC community! They are sitting in the temporary Studio in Engineering 023, so be sure to drop by and say hello!