A new tuition-free program at Bowie State University will help 75 Maryland teachers earn their National Board Certification. Led by the BSU Center for Research and Mentoring for Black Male Students and Teachers, the initiative will advance the goals of Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and help ensure that all students have access to highly qualified educators. https://lnkd.in/ePn5G5yN
University System of Maryland
Higher Education
Baltimore, Maryland 5,111 followers
Maryland's public higher education system, consisting of 12 universities, 3 regional centers, and the USM Office.
About us
The University System of Maryland (USM) is the state’s public higher education system. The USM Office works closely with the System’s 12 institutions and 3 regional education centers to leverage their collective expertise and resources, share best practices, increase the USM’s effectiveness and efficiency, and advance its mission to improve quality of life in Maryland. The System employs more than 40,000 faculty and staff across all USM institutions. About 100 employees work in the USM Office, which is headquartered in Baltimore and has locations in Adelphi, Annapolis, and Columbia, MD. To view current employment opportunities at the USM Office, visit: www.usmd.edu/usm/employment/usmojobs USM Office employees are focused on advancing the USM's 5 strategic priorities with leadership by the USM Chancellor and Board of Regents. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The USM is one of the most diverse public university systems in the nation but aspires to better reflect the full diversity of Maryland and is strengthening programs to recruit and retain students, faculty and staff from underrepresented groups. Academic Excellence and Innovation Providing affordable higher education and increasing student retention and completion rates are among the USM’s top priorities. Access, Affordability, and Achievement Serving more than 164,000 students, the USM strives to make higher education accessible to all, including recent high school graduates, transfer students, working adults, and underserved populations. Average in-state tuition and fees for Maryland’s public, four-year institutions remain below the national average. Workforce and Economic Development USM institutions address workforce shortage areas, awarding more than 12,000 STEM degrees, 4,000 health care degrees, and 1,500 teaching degrees in 2022. Research USM faculty and staff continue to fuel research and discovery, attracting about $1.3 billion in external grants and contracts annually.
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https://www.usmd.edu/
External link for University System of Maryland
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- Higher Education
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- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Type
- Educational
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- 1988
- Specialties
- higher education, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, economic development, college preparation, sustainability, workforce development, academic transformation, STEM, undergraduate education, and graduate education
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701 E. Pratt St.
Baltimore, Maryland 21202, US
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3300 Metzerott Road
Adelphi, MD 20783, US
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9 State Circle
Annapolis, Maryland 21401, US
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10630 Little Patuxent Pkwy
Columbia, Maryland 21044, US
Employees at University System of Maryland
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Ann Kolakowski, CAP®, CFRE
Helping fundraisers help donors experience the joy of philanthropy | Director, Gift Planning Services, University System of MD | Owner, Akorn…
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Cornelia Kennedy
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Anwer Hasan
Senior VP WSP and Member Board of Regents University System of Maryland
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Theodore Kariotis
PROFESSOR at UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND SYSTEM
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Our USM universities are igniting innovation and driving discovery! In National Science Foundation (NSF)'s latest Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) survey, the combined research expenditures of the University of Maryland and the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) ranked 18th among all U.S. universities and 11th among public institutions. #USMproud
The University of Maryland research enterprise ranks No. 18 in the NSF's latest Higher Education Research and Development survey, thanks to a continued commitment to research that takes on society's grand challenges. Read more: go.umd.edu/1ubb
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Year after year, Maryland’s HBCUs deliver a strong return on investment! In the OnlineU ranking of HBCUs with the highest ROIs, two USM universities made the top 10! Bowie State University was ranked #2 and Coppin State University was ranked #6! Both also ranked in Top 10 for HBCUs where graduates earn the highest median starting salary. https://lnkd.in/ge2JMBf8
HBCUs Offering the Best Long-Term ROI
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A new partnership with United Airlines provides students at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore with a direct path to careers with the airline. The UMES aviation sciences program allows students to complete advanced flight training and earn commercial pilot & flight instructor certificates. https://lnkd.in/eG_P7kSg
UMES Students and Faculty Celebrate Partnership with United Airlines 'Aviate' Program
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Home to over 1,000 trees, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore is on the path to becoming a Level 1 Arboretum. Through a USDA Forest Service grant, UMES will create a Center for Urban Forestry and begin the process of labeling and expanding the campus tree population. https://lnkd.in/erSu-Fkd
The Brightside: UMES to become an arboretum - 47abc
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The University of Maryland School of Medicine's R-HEALE program is preparing physicians to practice in medically underserved rural areas. Developed in collaboration with the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, the program provides medical students a deeper understanding of rural medicine and offers limited number of full tuition scholarships to students who commit to practicing on Maryland's Eastern Shore after their residency. https://lnkd.in/ep7CF3Si
Why UMD offers full med school tuition for a promise to serve the Eastern Shore
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This week, USM Chancellor Jay Perman joined with fellow members of the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching's Postsecondary Commission to meet with College Track, the Baltimore Ravens & M&T Bank to discuss the transformative $20M investment in the Baltimore Ravens College Track Center. This new center will support underserved youth, especially those in Baltimore City Public Schools, on the path to college completion. https://cfdn.at/3O202G9
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The Military Times named 6 USM universities as 2024 Best for Vets Colleges, highlighting their strong commitment to providing resources & support that help #military & #veteran students thrive in college. University of Maryland Global Campus was ranked #6 on the list that also included Towson University, University of Baltimore, University of Maryland, Bowie State University, and Salisbury University. https://lnkd.in/dP6c5raA
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Mark your calendar for Monday! The USM Women's Forum invites students, faculty, and staff from all USM institutions to join them for a conversation with USM Chancellor Jay Perman on November 18 at 12:30 p.m. Register for this virtual "Chat and Chew" at: bit.ly/4dUpqbh
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The commitment to educate and support the military runs deep at University of Maryland Global Campus, which enrolls more than 56,000 active-duty servicemembers, reservists, veterans, and military family members worldwide. Today #UMGC shares how you can show appreciation for veterans in your community.
⭐ On November 11, join UMGC in honoring the legacy of our veterans for their service to our nation. Here’s how you can show your support and gratitude year-round: https://bit.ly/3Chx9TC #UMGCBlog #UMGCveterans #ThankAVeteran
Celebrating Veterans November 11 and Beyond | UMGC