03/10/2026The University of Baltimore and the Global Peace Foundation formalize an expanded partnership to advance peacebuilding research, educational initiatives and community dialogue in Baltimore and beyond.College of Public AffairsFront row (left to right): James P. Flynn, international president, Global Peace Foundation, and Kurt L. Schmoke, president, University of Baltimore, following the ceremonial signing of a Letter of Cooperation formalizing an expanded peacebuilding partnership. Back row (left to right): Robin McDonough, GPF; Kim Burton, GPF; Dr. Shelly Clay-Robison, UBalt; Kellie Gaither, GPF; Alan J. Inman, GPF; Gail Hambleton, GPF; Dr. Jennica Larrison, UBalt; Dr. Ivan Sascha Sheehan, UBalt.We are excited to partner with the Global Peace Foundation in the years ahead—both locally in Baltimore and globally—because meaningful peacebuilding requires sustained collaboration across sectors, disciplines and communities.Ivan Sascha Sheehaninterim dean, College of Public Affairs, The University of BaltimoreCollege of Public AffairsCommunity EngagementMain News