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On June 24, UMBC signed a memorandum of understanding with Kyushu University to promote academic and research cooperation between the two universities.The partnership will allow faculty and...

In a new article on the value of study abroad programs, U.S. News highlights the experience of UMBC student Lemuel Sun ’15, computer science. Sun participated in a two week study abroad program...

UMBC and Kyushu University Sign International Partnership Agreement Memorandum promotes academic cooperation and collaborative research. UMBC celebrated the start of a new partnership with...

UMBC Swimming and Diving rising sophomore Andrew McKissick (Ellicott City, Md./Mount St. Joseph’s) is featured in the “Faces in the Crowd” section of the June 23 issue of Sports Illustrated. The...

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqR179VT8tk&w=560&h=315] A new National Geographic video examines what laughter can do for human health. Psychology Professor Robert Provine...

WEAA’s The Marc Steiner Show is hosting a series on transportation in Baltimore, and on June 19, the program aired a segment on cycling in the city. As part of the discussion, Kate Drabinski,...

Editor’s Note: The UMBC Alumni Association has partnered a several organizations to offer you special perks and benefits. This month, we wanted to share this announcement from our partner...

Door to the World Meet UMBC�s 2014 Fulbright Scholars. Mitchell Donovan describes his study abroad in New Zealand as an incredibly valuable, eye-opening experience, but it didn�t quench his...

Congratulations to these UMBC alums whose accomplishments have reached the media. Take a moment to read what they’ve been up to! photo via The Baltimore Sun Greg Cantori, ’84, geography, has...

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49cU4EExLAI&w=560&h=315] On April 23, 2014, UMBC students, faculty and staff recited Shakespeare sonnets in more than 30 languages. The event was...