Umbc.edu Website Review

u.s. news again names umbc a national leader in teaching and innovation. u.s. news & world report rankings announced today affirm that umbc’s strength in teaching and innovation go hand in hand. umbc is once again a leader on two closely-watched lists, ranked the #9 most innovative university and #12 top university for undergraduate teaching in the nation.  continue reading u.s. news again names umbc a national leader in teaching and innovation. six baltimore city schools in umbc math project partnership see math test score gains. maryland parcc test results, released last week, reveal that baltimore city schools partnering with umbc have seen dramatic growth in student math performance. the baltimore sun has called this trend one of the “bright spots” at a challenging moment, when many schools across the state are struggling to move the needle on student learning in math. continue reading six baltimore city schools in umbc math project. preminda jacob focuses on building connections as new as*ociate dean of research and community engagement. scott casper, dean of cahss, is excited about the level of expertise jacob brings to the team. “preminda jacob brings a wealth of experience as a scholar, teacher, and umbc citizen, and leader to the dean’s office,” says casper. “i am delighted that she has joined our leadership team and look forward to her continued contributions to the college and the university in this new role.” continue reading preminda jacob focuses on building connections as new as*ociate dean of research and community engagement