February 2026
Excellence in Teaching
Dr. Katherine E. Goodman: Pioneering the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Law, and Epidemiology
February 27, 2026
Katherine E. Goodman, PhD, JD, has carved out a unique niche for herself at University of Maryland School of Medicine.
Social Work
UMB Tops Off New School of Social Work Building
February 26, 2026
University of Maryland, Baltimore faculty, staff, and students joined the Whiting-Turner Contracting Company crew and Ballinger architects Feb. 25 inside the school’s future assembly room.
Nursing
Shared Pain, Shared Relief
February 23, 2026
A new University of Maryland-led study reveals that observing others in pain, even digital avatars, can affect how we feel pain ourselves.
Research Innovation and Integrity
A Timely Investment in Discovery: UMB’s Pivot Initiative Strengthens Research and Community
February 20, 2026
UMB is moving quickly to deploy up to $33 million through its Pivot Strategic Investment initiative, supporting research programs amid national funding uncertainty.
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Lexington Street Transformation
February 13, 2026
UMB is approved to move forward with an ambitious plan to transform the Lexington Street corridor with housing, retail, and vibrancy.
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Lexington Street Transformation
February 13, 2026
UMB approved to move forward with ambitious plan to transform the Lexington Street corridor with housing, retail, and vibrancy.
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State, Community Leaders Reaffirm Fight Against Human Trafficking
February 11, 2026
Survivor advocates and state leaders join the University of Maryland SAFE Center in a show of unity for human trafficking survivors.
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GLP-1s, Animal Testing Focus of 2026 Regulatory Science Competition
February 10, 2026
Students at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy presented innovative approaches to some of this year’s complex regulatory challenges.
Research Innovation and Integrity
Clinical Trial: Nasal Spray Medicine to Prevent Illness from Respiratory Viruses
February 6, 2026
The University of Maryland School of Medicine launches a clinical trial of investigative nasal spray medicine to prevent illnesses from respiratory viruses.
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A Safer Baltimore
February 6, 2026
Baltimore City Police Commissioner Richard Worley talks with the UMB community about the city’s success in reducing violent crime with a community-focused approach.
Medicine
Genetic Ancestry May Play a Role in Head and Neck Tumors
February 2, 2026
Researchers from the University of Maryland School of Medicine discover genetic ancestry is a critical component of assessing head and neck cancerous tumors.
Local and National Impact
Campaign Helps Marylanders Pay Millions Less in Tax
February 2, 2026
The CASH Campaign of Maryland partners with UMB to provide free tax preparation and bring tax money back to local communities.
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