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New Family Center Celebrates ‘A Good Day to Rise’
Rise Early Learning and Family Support Center provides early childhood education and family support services in Upton/Druid Heights from the School of Social Work.
UMB Strengthens Global Partnerships During Governor Moore’s Asia Trip
The University of Maryland, Baltimore played a pivotal role during Moore’s economic development mission to South Korea.
First-of-Its-Kind Surgery Removes Tumor Through Eye Socket
A rare spinal tumor is removed through the patient’s eye socket at the University of Maryland Medical Center.
New Laws Expand Social Work Reach, Training, Telehealth
Gisele Ferretto, MSW, LCSW-C, director of public affairs at the University of Maryland School of Social Work, analyzes new laws impacting Maryland social workers.

The Benefits and Limitations of AI in Medicine
In two commentaries, researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine say combining modeling methods— and ethically sharing health data — could transform treatment.
‘Face to Face’: Academic Freedom and Free Speech
Legal experts from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law discuss challenges to academic freedom and freedom of speech on the May 1 edition of “Virtual Face to Face.”
Faculty Address Future of Research Funding
Researchers at the University of Maryland, Baltimore discuss with journalists from around the country the future of federally funded research.
Still Rising: Law School Examines Progress 10 Years after Death of Freddie Gray
The Gibson-Banks Center for Race and the Law hosted “Still Rising 10 Years After Freddie Gray’s Death: How Legal, Faith-Based & Community Advocacy Changed Policing in Baltimore.”
IPE Day Centers on Listening to Patients and Peers
Listening — to patients and to one another — was the thread that tied together every session, story, and takeaway during the 13th Annual Interprofessional Education (IPE) Day.
Face to Face: The Challenges Facing Research at UMB
On the April 10, 2025, edition of “Virtual Face to Face,” an examination of the changing federal research grant environment and how it is affecting work at the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
School of Pharmacy Launches Master’s in AI for Drug Development
New Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence for Drug Development intends to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of AI’s applications and opportunities in pharmaceuticals.
$12.75M ‘MPower’ Grant to Spur Biomedical Advances at 4MLK
MPowering the State grant aims to accelerate breakthroughs in biomedical technology and innovations through collaboration between UM Baltimore and UM College Park.
Master Regulator Gene Could Lead to Ovarian Cancer Treatments
Two cancer drugs increase the expression of a potential biomarker that correlates with improved survival outcomes in patients with treatment-resistant ovarian cancer.
Face to Face: The Legal Challenges Facing Higher Ed
On April 1, legal challenges facing higher education was the subject of discussion on “Virtual Face to Face.” Host UMB President Bruce E. Jarrell spoke with three faculty from the UM School of Law.
Maryland Poison Center Expanding Service Area
Starting April 1, the Maryland Poison Center, a key service of the UM School of Pharmacy, will extend its coverage to encompass all 23 Maryland counties, Baltimore City, and the District of Columbia.
President Jarrell for ‘BBJ’: UMB Shapes a Stronger Baltimore
UMB President Bruce E. Jarrell, MD, FACS, writes an article for the “Baltimore Business Journal” outlining the University’s vital role in elevating the city of Baltimore.
Allyship in Action at the 2025 UMBrella Symposium
This year’s UMBrella Women’s History Month Symposium, “Championing Change: The Role of Allies in Women’s Advancement,” was held on March 13.
Vaccine Study Could Transform Meningitis Fight in Africa
UMSOM study led to new lifesaving vaccine recommendations for use of meningococcal pentavalent (five in one) vaccine for infants in Africa.
Dean Postmus Highlights UMSSW’s Growth and Commitment
University of Maryland School of Social Work's State of the School charts progress from 2024 amid uncertain times ahead.
Red Card Reimagined: Carey Law Inspires MLS Restorative Justice
Major League Soccer is blazing a trail in professional sports by incorporating an innovative restorative approach to promote cross-cultural education and accountability for discriminatory incidents.
Novel CT Scan Technique May Transform Head and Neck Cancer Care
Data collected in pre-treatment CT scans may provide important imaging biomarkers to better predict patient prognosis and potentially customize treatment strategies.
‘MPowering’ Collaboration to Drive Innovation, Discovery
Four UMB faculty were recently named MPower Professors by the University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State.
‘Face to Face’: The Limits of Presidential Power
On the latest edition of Virtual Face to Face UMB President Bruce Jarrell talks with three legal scholars from the Univ. of Md. Francis King Carey School of Law about the limits of presidential power.
Innovative Diagnostic Platform Reveals New Skin Disease
Utilizing a novel diagnostic test for peripheral blood immunophenotyping, researchers were able to identify the specific sources of inflammation triggering the novel skin disease and reverse symptoms.