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News and Stories

Students chat in the iconic LAP stairwell

MFA in Creative Writing Hosts Student Reading, Dec. 5

November 25, 2025
UBalt News

Several students from The University of Baltimore's MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing Arts are expected to read from their works in progress as the 2025 Fall Reading Series concludes on Friday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. The event will take place in the Bogomolny Room in the UBalt Student Center, 21 W...

Felipe Rios looks on while standing on campus at UBalt.

Game Design student fulfilling dreams at UBalt

November 24, 2025
Student Stories

Felipe Rios grew up with video games in his life. It would be years before Felipe, now a B.S. in Simulation and Game Design student, would fully adopt the hobby himself. And when he did, he was all in.

Michael Claxton poses for a photo on campus.

Navy reservist reveres UBalt community

November 24, 2025
Student Stories

Michael Claxton needed a university as flexible as he has to be as a full-time worker and Navy reservist. The University of Baltimore had everything he needed and more than he expected.

Dawnsha Mushonga speaks with a student, Loren Nelson.

Championing students’ career development at UBalt

November 20, 2025
UBalt Stories

The University of Baltimore’s Career and Internship Center offers faculty various resources, so they’re better equipped to support their students. Each year, the center also honors faculty and staff who stand out for their commitment to advancing students’ careers.

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...

Student Kevin Morgan stands in front of UBalt's campus mural.

Key internships elevate MBA candidate’s experience

October 30, 2025
Student Stories

A Baltimore native, Kevin Morgan wanted to come to UBalt for his master's. He didn't expect all the opportunities—and jobs—that would be waiting for him when he did.

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.