News and Stories

News and Stories

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.

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.

Two students sit on a bench on campus.

New jobs bring Second Chance alums full circle

September 17, 2025
UBalt Stories

Two University of Baltimore alumni are now working for the Second Chance College Program that changed their lives.

Three students share a laugh while working on a laptop on campus.

Graduate Certificates Offer More for Less

February 5, 2025
UBalt Stories

A graduate certificate could be a great entry point or alternate pursuit.

Jason Butler, a UBalt student, poses outside the Academic Center on campus.

Finding new life in history courses

December 16, 2024
Student Stories

Jason Butler is a first-generation college student who wasn't able to pursue the traditional route for college, but didn't give up on his dream to earn a degree and show his family the true value of a college education.