The following will receive honorary doctorate degrees from the University of Maryland, Baltimore during Graduation 2026 ceremonies. Read about them below.


Eli Y. Adashi, MD, MS, MA (ad eundem), CPE, FACOG, FRCOG

Eli Y. Adashi, MD, MS, MA (ad eundem), CPE, FACOG, FRCOG

Honorary Doctor of Public Service

Eli Y. Adashi, MD, MS, MA (ad eundem), CPE, FACOG, FRCOG, is a physician-scientist of international renown whose contributions have shaped modern reproductive medicine, women’s health, and bi... Read More

Pamela Cipriano, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN

Pamela Cipriano, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN

Honorary Doctor of Public Service

Pamela Cipriano, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, is nationally and internationally recognized for her contributions to advancing the nursing profession and increasing its impact and influence on policies to... Read More

B. Thomas Golisano

B. Thomas Golisano

Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters

B. Thomas Golisano is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and civic leader who has demonstrated an ongoing dedication and commitment to building innovative businesses, supporting numerous nonprofit or... Read More

Stephen A. Lazinsky

Stephen A. Lazinsky

Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters

Stephen A. Lazinsky served as chair of the University of Maryland Golisano Children’s Hospital Board of Visitors for three years until early 2026, when his term ended, and is now chairman of ... Read More

Mark L. Wagner, DMD

Mark L. Wagner, DMD

Honorary Doctor of Public Service

Mark L. Wagner, DMD, Professor Emeritus at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD), is an esteemed educator and public service leader. His efforts have contributed significantly to t... Read More