Catalyst Magazine

What’s on School of Graduate Studies Dean Kenneth Wong’s Desk?

Meaningful items include a set of propellers to measure water velocity and 3-D printed objects.

Book Roundup: Faculty Works Include Cannabis Therapeutics Guide and Handbook on Child and Family Social Work Research

Works highlighted are from employees at the Schools of Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Social Work.

Rooted in History: A Historical Treasure, Davidge Hall Undergoing Its Third Renovation Project

Davidge Hall is the oldest building in the Western Hemisphere that has been continuously used for medical instruction.

President’s Message

This issue shines a spotlight on the transformative work taking place across our seven schools —and the people making it happen, writes President Jarrell.

Quote Roundup: Notable Speakers at UMB Include CEO of the American Association of University Women

Gloria Blackwell was among the guest speakers at UMB events this spring.

Five Questions with Bill Joyner, JD, MSW

The assistant vice president of community engagement and partnerships works with West Baltimore residents to co-create programs, services, and partnerships.

Quote Roundup: Ex-Baltimore Ravens star Ray Lewis and Former Peace Corps Director Jody Olsen Among Notable Speakers at UMB

Other notable speakers this fall were featured at the Founders Week Awards Recognition and Reception and the Faculty Convocation.

What’s on Greenebaum Cancer Center Executive Director Taofeek K. Owonikoko’s Desk?

He talks about the prized possessions in his office such as Latin American artwork from a patient and discusses his goals for the cancer center.

Book Roundup: Works Include Olsen’s ‘A Million Miles’ and Nathan-Pulliam’s ‘Saving Stella’

Faculty members from the schools of dentistry, law, medicine, and nursing also have new books.

Five Questions with … Gibson-Banks Center for Race and the Law Executive Director Monique Dixon, JD ’96

Dixon returns to her alma mater as the first to lead the Maryland Carey Law center.

Rooted in History: 175 Years Later, Mystery Still Shrouds Poe’s Death

The sites of the famed author-poet’s death and burial are connected to UMB.

President’s Message

This issue highlights remarkable innovations and milestones from across schools and departments, celebrates our Founders Week award winners, and recognizes the invaluable contributions of our students, faculty, and staff. 

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.

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Executive Board

Jennifer B. Litchman, MA
Senior Vice President for External Relations

Laura Kozak, MA
Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Associate Vice President
Communications and Public Affairs

Joanne Morrison
Senior Director of Marketing and Public Relations

Managing Editor

Jen Badie
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Editor

Lou Cortina
Director, Editorial Services

Photographer

Matthew D’Agostino
Lead Photographer

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Erik Neilsen
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Web Director

Amir Chamsaz
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Dan Walker
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Kristi McGuire
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Charles Schelle
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