University of Maryland, Baltimore

06/01/2026

This issue of CATALYST celebrates the students and alumni who represent the future of Maryland’s health, law, and social work professions, and our dedicated faculty and staff who work every day to educate, support, and inspire them.

When Debbie Sahlin, DNP, was a student at the School of Nursing, she took part in the School of Graduate Studies’ Grid Pitch program for three years, leading to the creation of Ryan’s Place, a specialized primary care practice in Gaithersburg, designed to serve individuals with physical disabilities. https://catalystmag.umaryland.edu/

05/31/2026

University of Maryland School of Pharmacy's newly launched, one-of-a-kind MS in Artificial Intelligence for Drug Development program is preparing students to responsibly apply AI and machine learning to accelerate innovation across the drug development process.

University of Maryland School of Pharmacy's MS Program Shows How Artificial Intelligence Can Innovate Drug Development

05/29/2026

“I have great hope because science will prevail.” UMB's newest cohort of doctoral scholars marked the culmination of years of research, discovery, and perseverance. https://ow.ly/shp850Z5Bwc

Researchers and scholars from schools across the University of Maryland, Baltimore were honored during the 2026 Doctoral Hooding Ceremony on May 20.

05/27/2026

“I encourage you to run toward the injustice, not away from it.” University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law celebrates 205 J.D. grads, 19 Master of Laws grads, and 18 Master of Science in Law grads. https://ow.ly/Hjcj50Z4R8f

A federal judge and Maryland Carey Law alumnus told graduates at the May 15 hooding ceremony that defending democracy falls squarely on their...

05/27/2026

"Use your knowledge for good. Practice advocacy for those without a voice, and give back through some type of community service, civic engagement, or professional volunteerism." — Pamela Cipriano, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, honorary Doctor of Public Service degree recipient from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. https://ow.ly/sen150Z4csN

05/26/2026

Here is our 2026 cohort of Distinguished University Professors!

The highest faculty honor at UMB recognizes not just excellence, but also impact and significant contribution to the professor’s field, knowledge, profession, and/or practice.

Photo: Top row, left to right: Eun-Shim Nahm, Thomas Scalea, and Deanna Kelly. Bottom row, left to right: Hongbing Wang, Michael Van Alstine, and Huakun Xu.

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05/26/2026

We’re practicing our emergency procedures today, May 26, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the SMC Campus Center and School of Nursing. Training signs will be posted. There is currently no known emergency on campus. If there is an emergency, information will be sent through UMB Alert.

05/25/2026

As we pause this Memorial Day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country, we also reflect on those beginning a path of military service. Earlier this month, University of Maryland School of Dentistry students hosted new officers as they took their commissioning oaths, marking the culmination of four years of education and training and the beginning of their commitment to serve.

05/22/2026

That's a wrap for the Class of 2026! Take a look back at the week-plus that was for our grads from our seven schools. They're already Changing The Future, Today!

05/21/2026

The University System of Maryland recognizes University of Maryland School of Social Work professor Jay Unick, PhD, MSW, MA, with its prestigious annual honor for excellence in research/scholarship.

Unick is well known for his work in advancing research and practice across organizations that serve individuals with severe mental illness and those recovering from substance use disorders.

He has demonstrated excellence in leading rigorous, community-based behavioral health research that drives meaningful change.

Unick applies advanced quantitative and qualitative methods, clinical trials, and modern observational designs to strengthen systems of care for individuals with serious mental illness and substance use disorders.

Read more about Unick's award: https://ow.ly/FlIB50Z1OKz