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University of Baltimore Earns 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement

January 13, 2026
UBalt News

The University of Baltimore has received a 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, placing UBalt among the nation’s institutions that are "deepening partnerships, leveraging community assets, and addressing urgent societal challenges," according to the American Council on ...

Idil Omar smiles at the camera while posing in the UBalt library.

Criminal Justice student hails challenging coursework

January 12, 2026
Student Stories

Every time Idil Omar comes to The University of Baltimore, she’s relishes in the inspiration of it all. She sees a friendly, respectful community of students working toward their dream careers, mirroring her own experience.

The City of Baltimore, lit up at night

MPA Student: 'The Most Dedicated People I Know Are My Public Service Colleagues'

December 23, 2025
UBalt News

Nicole Wojciechowski, an M.P.A. student and the Chief of Staff at the Maryland State Highway Administration, weighs in on the dedication of her colleagues in public service in an opinion piece written for PA Times, the newsletter of the American Society for Public Administration.

Harshitha Gajula smiles while looking on during a photo shoot on UBalt's campus

Conference visit elevates research, degree value

December 8, 2025
Student Stories

Harshitha Gajula has long loved solving problems. There was no better way for the Cyber Forensics student to culminate her master’s studies than by attending a conference where she could present her research and kickoff her future in the field she’s long worked toward.

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.

UBalt's Centennial Grand Celebration, held Nov. 13, 2025 at M&T Bank Exchange

UBalt's Centennial: Making a Little History of Our Own

November 19, 2025
UBalt News

The University of Baltimore's Centennial, which culminated in a Grand Celebration on Nov. 13, is receiving positive attention from all over the community.

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...