Catalyst Magazine

What’s on Chief Philanthropy Officer Greg Bowden’s Desk?

The Baltimore-area native has decorated his desk with a variety of mementos including numerous pictures he has taken over the years.

Rooted in History: 1891 UMSOM Alum at Center of Pivotal Yellow Fever Research

Dr. James Carroll, who was infected through a mosquito bite in 1900 and recovered, served on the Yellow Fever Commission in Cuba.

Five Questions with HSHSL Dean Emily Hurst, MSLS

Hurst oversees a library that employs about 70 librarians and staff and had a circulation of more than 162,000 items in Fiscal Year 2022.

Getting to Know Chief Philanthropy Officer Greg Bowden

“It is important to me to have an impact on Baltimore and the region,” he said.

Quote Roundup: Maryland’s First Lady Among Notable Speakers at UMB

The first lady was among a number of high-profile guests at University events such as the UMBrella Women's History Month Symposium.

Book Roundup: UMB Works Include How the Pandemic and Racial Unrest Built Resilient Universities

Other works include an examination of parliamentary democracy and cartoons that guide readers through the 12-step recovery process.

President’s Message

President Jarrell writes, “I hope that ‘CATALYST’ inspires you as you read about the work that your support and generosity make happen every day in Baltimore and beyond.”

What’s on Police Chief Thomas Leone’s Desk?

Among the items that have meaning to him are family photos and awards his department has received for community policing.

5 Questions with … School of Medicine Dean Gladwin

In his second academic year, the dean is overseeing UMSOM’s numerous groundbreaking partnerships and innovations.

President’s Message

This issue highlights remarkable innovations and milestones from across our schools and departments, recognizing the invaluable contributions of our students, faculty, and staff.

Rooted in History: University of Maryland Medical Center Marks 200 Years

UMSOM founders and colleagues used personal funds and loans to finance a hospital for clinical education — the first built by a medical school in the United States.

Book Roundup: Works Include UMSOM Dean’s Book on Clinical Microbiology and UMSON Instructor’s Guide on Unconscious Bias

Other authors highlighted focus on the 14th Amendment, prostitution diversion programs, and race and national security.

5 Questions with Heather Culp, Chief Philanthropy Officer for UMSOM and UMMC

The new role will build on the institutions’ shared commitment to accelerate the pace of discovery and improve the delivery of patient-centered care.

Rooted in History: 150 Years Ago, Emilie Foeking, DDS, Became UMB’s First Woman Graduate

She graduated from the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, a predecessor to the University of Maryland School of Dentistry.

In the News

UMB recognizes employees, including two who have worked for the University for 50 years.

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CATALYST magazine


Executive Board

Lynne Henry, Laura Kozak, Larry Kushner, Jennifer Litchman, Thomas Sullivan, Kate Ostrowski

Editor

Lynne Henry

Managing Editor

Chris Zang

Assistant Editor

Kate Ostrowski

Photography Director

Matthew D’Agostino

Designer

Michelle Baffuto

Web Director

Amir Chamsaz

Marketing Manager

Kristi McGuire