UMGC Global Media Center Press Releases Articles

No articles found.
University Of Maryland University College Awarded DOD Contract To Educate U.S. Troops In Europe
Press Releases
July 08, 2013
The University of Maryland University College will continue its 64-year tradition of educating U.S. troops overseas after being awarded a new contract by the Department of Defense. The contract calls for UMUC to offer exclusive undergraduate and graduate instruction at military installations across Europe.
Nine UMUC Graduate Students Selected For Presidential Management Fellowship Program
Press Releases
April 24, 2013
Nine graduate students at the University of Maryland University College have been selected to become Presidential Management Fellows for 2013, the U.S. Government’s Office of Personnel Management announced.
Dr. Marie Cini Named To Top Academic Post At University Of Maryland University College
Press Releases
April 02, 2013
Marie Cini, PhD, has been named provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at the University of Maryland University College, the nation’s premiere online, state university dedicated to serving working adults and active duty military personnel around the world.
UMUC Receives $25,000 Gift From Deloitte LLP For Student Scholarships
Press Releases
February 28, 2013
University of Maryland University College (UMUC) announced today that it has received a $25,000 gift from Deloitte LLP to provide 10 students pursuing a Master of Science degree in either Cybersecurity or Cybersecurity Policy with a $2,500 scholarship for the fall 2013 semester.
UMUC And Walgreens Establish Educational Alliance
Press Releases
February 26, 2013
University of Maryland University College (UMUC) announced today that it has signed an agreement with Walgreens, the nation’s largest drug store chain, to offer its employees, their spouses and dependents the opportunity to complete degrees or pursue higher education at UMUC.
David Williams
Caring for Sister Inspires David Williams to Seek Degree in Healthcare
Press Releases
David Williams struggled with the culture shock after moving from rural north Florida to suburban Maryland when he also became his sister’s caregiver.
ScottLynch.jpg
Scott Lynch and His Wife Monica “Chose to Fight” for Her Recovery
Press Releases
Scott Lynch, one of ten members (and one of the first four males) to receive the Pillars of Strength scholarship, said: “I was overwhelmed with joy and the feeling that somebody’s on your side and there’s a group of people that hear you, see you, recognize you and are rooting for you.”
MichaelVyas.jpg
Michael Vyas Overcomes Preconceptions as Caregiver to His Wife, Rachelle
Press Releases
Being a man taking care of a wounded veteran woman often takes some explaining, said Michael Vyas, one of the four men who were awarded Pillars of Strength scholarships for the first time this year.
Mary Gipson
MG Gipson is Pursuing Her Passion in the Music and Dance Industry
Press Releases
Maryland resident has been her father’s primary caregiver since high school. After excelling at her job at a music venue, she is using her Pillars of Strength Scholarship to earn a bachelor’s degree and advance her career.
Lyra Helms
Lyra Helms to Connect Degree in Cybersecurity with Experience in Healthcare
Press Releases
Already holding a master’s degree in occupational therapy, the Albuquerque, New Mexico, resident aspires to another master’s degree in cybersecurity management and policy.
  2. 1
  3. ...
  4. 18
  5. 19
  6. 20