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UMBC to launch prestigious Beckman Scholars Program for aspiring M.D./Ph.D.s

“The Beckman Scholars Program at UMBC will serve as a springboard for students from all backgrounds to launch themselves into successful careers as physician scientists. And as Beckman Scholars,...

January 25, 2022 · 2:01 PM

UMBC STEM BUILD students conduct and present viral research in reimagined summer program

“It was different,” says instructor Maria Cambraia, “but we kept the main goal. We wanted to offer them an authentic research experience, and we did.”

August 26, 2020 · 6:05 PM

CNMS celebrates a year of growth in partnerships to support student success

“The college has laid the foundation, and now is really in a strong position for growth,” says Dean Bill LaCourse. “It’s all about paying attention to the people and their needs,” he explains, so...

June 14, 2019 · 5:18 PM

From lab to museum, new UMBC grads show the powerful impact of original research

Student passion guided by faculty support is part of the fabric of UMBC. Four students' stories, from Asian studies to biological sciences, shed light on how this winning combination makes...

December 18, 2018 · 3:14 PM

Student scientists take center stage at UMBC’s largest-ever Undergraduate Research Symposium

“It is so inspiring to see hundreds of undergraduate researchers from over 40 colleges and universities and nearly a dozen states coming together to present research to fellow students, mentors,...

November 16, 2018 · 3:42 PM

UMBC’s Summer Undergraduate Research Fest 2018 spotlights talents of emerging scientists

More than 30 faculty mentors, 120+ undergrad and high school students, and dozens more attendees celebrated the students' achievements at the conclusion of their summer research experiences. “The...

August 14, 2018 · 10:55 AM

UMBC’s BUILD a Bridge to STEM internship offers students a transformative research experience

“I think the greatest thing about this experience was how we were treated as equals,” shared Zulekha Karachiwalla, a sophomore at Howard Community College. “It’s been challenging in a way that’s...

July 23, 2018 · 10:11 AM

Undergraduate Research Symposium award winners embody success of UMBC STEM BUILD program

“The BUILD participants at URS exemplify the objectives of the program,” says Laura Ott. “By participating in the BUILD program, they’re helping us explore novel strategies to increase...

November 22, 2017 · 2:42 PM

UMBC’s 20th Summer Undergraduate Research Fest spotlights emerging science talent from across the nation

“It is a privilege to have so many students coming from far and near to participate in the authentic research experience UMBC provides,” shared Dean Bill LaCourse. “I assure you that your...

September 7, 2017 · 12:28 PM

UMBC a case study for success supporting STEM students of all backgrounds

“If the nation’s policymakers and education leaders take the deliberate steps needed to expand the participation and success of underrepresented minorities in STEM based on what we know works,...

April 26, 2017 · 10:11 AM

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