News and Stories

News and Stories

Erick Masaua, in his cap and gown, speaks from the podium on stage during commencement.

Family fuels graduate speaker’s resilience

May 21, 2026
Student Stories

Erick Masaua experienced life’s greatest blessings and some of its most difficult challenges while pursuing his master’s degree at The University of Baltimore. He still found motivation in his family to push onward.

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.

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.

Gamar Hayles poses for a photo

Class speaker praises courses, community

December 1, 2025
Student Stories

Growing up in the south suburbs of Chicago, Gamar Hayles knew he needed to build his future somewhere different. He found the change he'd been looking for in UBalt after moving to Baltimore in 2021.

Jessica Baccin talks to another student while working in the design lab on campus.

Scholarship, internship deepen student's experience

November 24, 2025
Student Stories

An international student from Italy, Jessica Baccin wanted to stay in America after completing her associate degree but was struggling to find an affordable four-year open. Then she found UBalt.

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.

Nikki Yeboah, a UBalt alum and student, smiles at the camera.

Greater Expectations

November 8, 2023
Going First

Nikki Yeboah knew as a teen mom that getting a college degree—the first in her family—would enable her to set an example for her daughter.