Catalyst Magazine

Milestone Issue: ‘1807’ Features Nearly 70 Artists, Writers

The publication is a “testament to the creativity and talent flourishing within our community,” President Jarrell said.

Three Takeaways from the UMBrella Women’s History Month Symposium

Maryland First Lady Dawn Flythe Moore talked about a range of topics, including her life of service before her husband, Wes Moore, became governor.

UMB CURE Scholars: From West Baltimore to Annapolis

UMB has continued to follow the journeys of four young people featured in the six-part, two-time Emmy-nominated documentary series “From West Baltimore.”

Core Values Champion: Stacey Rose Becomes Inaugural Program Director

The inaugural director plans to develop a strategic plan to embed the core values across the University.

Teamwork and Persistence: New Federal Appellate Immigration Clinic Seeks to Protect Migrants from ‘Dragnet of Deportation’

The clinic provides students with the opportunity to seek justice for clients before the federal circuit courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals.

Opioid Crisis: UMSOM Spurs Innovation in Addiction Treatment and Prevention with the Kahlert Institute

The institute brings together leading addiction experts in a shared research space to collaborate and create the synergy necessary for systemic change.

Wind of Change: UMB Installs Small Weather Station

It will take measurements including temperature, humidity, solar radiation, UV, wind direction, and wind speed.

EDI and Analytics: Data Dashboard Tracks State of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at UMB

The dynamic tool is designed to map and track the evolving landscape of EDI across UMB’s seven schools and central administrative units.

Change Makers: School of Social Work Grant to Expand School-Based Mental Health Services

The fellowship serves as a conduit for nurturing and developing the next generation of social work professionals and placing them directly within Maryland schools.

Respectful Interactions: Standardized Patients Help Train Future Health Care Workers

The ability of students to practice patient interactions in a safe and controlled environment is a main goal of these simulation experiences.

Data-Driven: Transformative Partnership Creates University of Maryland Institute for Health Computing

The new era in data-driven biomedical innovation is being led by UMB and the University of Maryland, College Park in partnership with the University of Maryland Medical System and Montgomery County, Md.

Hive Mind: UMB Installing Honeybees on Green Roof of HSRFIII

It is part of the efforts to make the campus more hospitable to a variety of pollinators through ecological landscaping projects.

New Home: SAFE Center, an ‘MPower’ Initiative, Becomes Part of Graduate School

The mission of the center is to provide survivor-centered and trauma-informed services that empower trafficking survivors.

Opening Doors: Live Near Your Work Marks $1 Million Milestone

The LNYW program is a homebuying assistance benefit for UMB employees.

Red-Letter Days: CURE Scholars Accepted to College

The first cohort of scholars has collectively received more than 100 college acceptance letters.

Promoting Breastfeeding: B’more for Healthy Babies Offers Services, Support Groups for Mothers in Upton/Druid Heights

BHB has played a significant role regarding advancements improving Black maternal and infant health by offering and supporting choices made by Black families.

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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