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News and Stories

Jennica Larrison laughs during an interview in her office

Professor brings world-class lessons to Baltimore

November 12, 2025
Charles Street Chats

Dr. Jennica Larrison, executive director for the School for Public and International Affairs and an associate professor for The University of Baltimore’s College of Public Affairs, recently joined us to share about what made her shift into higher education and what she wants most for her students.

Prof. Sascha Sheehan has been named interim dean of the College of Public Affairs.

Prof. Sascha Sheehan Named Interim Dean of College of Public Affairs

November 12, 2025
UBalt News

Dr. Ivan Sascha Sheehan, professor in The University of Baltimore’s College of Public Affairs (CPA), has been named interim dean of the college. Prof. Sheehan, who has served as its associate dean since 2023, will take on the role in an interim capacity as CPA Dean Roger Hartley returns to the fa...

Prof. Mariglynn Edlins

Prof. Mariglynn Edlins Receives 2025 Transformative Teaching Award

November 6, 2025
UBalt News

Mariglynn Edlins, associate professor and program director for the Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) program in the College of Public Affairs, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Excellence in Transformative Teaching Award. Dr. Edlins was nominated by her peers in recognition of he...

Pavan Purswani, a staff member at UBalt, sits outside a cafe in Baltimore.

Holistic approach best for student support

October 21, 2025
Charles Street Chats

Since starting at The University of Baltimore in 2016, Pavan Purswani has held various roles that all relate back to supporting students and helping them succeed. Pavan shares about his new position and what he loves about working in higher education, particularly at UBalt.

College of Public Affairs Dean Roger Hartley

Dean Roger Hartley: 'In Public Service, You Can Find Yourself'

October 16, 2025
UBalt News

Profiled on the website of the National Academy of Public Administration, where he currently serves as the organization's president-elect and as a NAPA Fellow, University of Baltimore College of Public Affairs Dean Roger Hartley says public affairs careers are "among the highest of callings."

Dr. Jessica Stansbury, founding director of UBalt's Center for AI Learning and Community-Engaged Innovation

Jessica Stansbury: AI Is a Different Kind of Innovation

October 14, 2025
UBalt News

Dr. Jessica Stansbury, founding director of UBalt's Center for AI Learning and Community-Engaged Innovation, tells Delmarva Today radio that generative AI is a different, and potentially more impactful, technology than what we've experienced before.

A career specialist at UBalt leads a table of students in conversation about tools they can use to improve their resumes and cover letters, including AI.

Networking event puts lessons to practice

October 13, 2025
UBalt Stories

Each fall, University of Baltimore students in MGMT 330: Personal and Professional Skills for Business participate in Network330 by focusing on business etiquette and professional behavior, workplace communication techniques, written business techniques, and more.

Samantha Hildwein poses in the Student Center

Triple Alum: Each Degree Opens More Doors

October 8, 2025
Student Stories

Samantha Hildwein wanted to prove something to her niece when she first committed to college. But once she got started, she realized there was so much opportunity to grow herself.

Sofia Dirie looks on while sitting in the law center.

Extracurriculars fuel passion for law

October 6, 2025
Student Stories

Sofia Liban Abdullaahi Dirie decided early on that she wanted to be a lawyer. A heart-wrenching moment would prove to her that she chose the right path. Now a third year law student, she’s taking every opportunity to help others.