News and Stories

News and Stories

Gamar Hayles poses for a photo

College brings dividends for business student

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 deepens 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.

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.

Sam and Seth Ingram observe the poster featuring the two of them.

Poster Exhibit Shines Light on Students' Stories

November 19, 2025
UBalt Stories

Everyone has a story. At The University of Baltimore, the stories are unique, inspirational, celebratory, relatable and ever developing.

UBalt Student Center, home of the Campus Pantry

Campus Pantry Highlighted as SNAP Uncertainties Continue

November 18, 2025
UBalt News

The University of Baltimore's Campus Pantry was highlighted by The Baltimore Sun in an article about college students' concerns about SNAP benefits.

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.

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.

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.