News and Stories

News and Stories

Mellanie Lee poses while standing in front of a window overlooking the city campus.

Forging her path, on her time

March 10, 2026
Student Stories

After working as a guidance counselor in Baltimore city, Mellanie realized she was ready to take the next step in her own journey by returning to school to earn her bachelor’s degree. That decision would lead her to become a two-time graduate of The University of Baltimore.

Barbara Wilkins smiles at the camera while posing at the law center.

Community, grit propel MBA student’s pursuit

November 17, 2025
Student Stories

Barbara Wilkins was connected to UBalt long before she enrolled. Now she's one of three UBalt alumni in her family, and she's on her way toward a second degree.

Samantha Hildwein poses in the Student Center

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.

Sabrina Pereira

Making her mark, one degree at a time

May 16, 2025
Student Stories

Sabrina Pereira came to UBalt with a goal to earn her bachelor's degree and get to law school, and along they way, built new friendships, grew as a leader, and traveled the world.

A student smiles during a portrait session in a campus building

MBA student committed to learning and helping others

April 24, 2025
Student Stories

After crossing the stage with her B.S. in Business Administration from The University of Baltimore in 2022, Meagan Etner felt an unshakeable pull to pursue a master's, and applied for UBalt's MBA.

Thomas Anderson in the library

Fall class speaker turns Second Chance into family’s first college degree

December 20, 2023
Student Stories

Thomas started taking courses at UBalt through the Second Chance College Program in Jessup Correctional Institute. When he was released, he switched to a B.S. in Business Administration to focus on real estate, where he hopes to build a network and community to support others.

Candice Miller sits with her laptop in the law center.

First-gen graduate achieves dream with law degree

March 13, 2022
Student Stories