A Philosophy of Philanthropy
UMBC believes that philanthropy is not only vital to the long term health of the university, but a fulfilling act that connects people and unlocks potential. Alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents, foundations, corporations and other friends support UMBC because we believe in its mission.
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Scholarship Q&A: Nicole Shah, Newcombe Scholar
Every so often, we highlight the importance of student scholarships by introducing you to the very students they help to succeed. Today, we’re speaking with Nicole Shah, a senior social work major who is also a Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation … Continue reading
Tresys Technology Announces Scholarship for UMBC Students
Tresys Technology, a provider of technology and engineering services for customers with high-security requirements, announced this week it has established and awarded the first two grants of its new “Tresys Technology Scholarship” to UMBC students. The two merit-based scholarships of … Continue reading
SLIDESHOW: 2013 Scholarship Luncheon
Thank you to all of the wonderful donors and scholarship students who came out for last week’s 2nd annual Scholarship Luncheon, March 13. Often, this event marks the first meeting of donors and their scholars, making it a truly memorable … Continue reading
Student Scholarship Q&A: Kate Hunsicker ’14, English and Dance
Name: Kate Hunsicker ’14 Majors: English and Dance Scholarships: Alumni Association Scholarship (Legacy), Senatorial Scholarship, UMBC scholarship Q: Why did you decide to attend UMBC? A: I decided to come to UMBC because this school was able to offer me … Continue reading
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Student Scholarship Q&A: Micaela A. Perez Ferrero ’13
Name: Micaela A. Perez Ferrero ’13 Major: Political Science Scholarships: Alumni Association Scholarship, Sondheim Public Affairs Scholars Program, The Shattuck Family Entrepreneurial Scholars Program, and The UMBC Political Science Department Q: How important is it for you to have received … Continue reading
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Online Tool: Calculate the Cost of a Semester
Attending college these days is expensive. You’ve got tuition, room and board, books and computers to buy — and that’s not even counting late night pizza runs! Even at a state school like UMBC, students find themselves struggling to keep … Continue reading
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Sorority Gives Back at Homecoming
When alumnae of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Lambda Phi Chapter reunited during this month’s Homecoming weekend, it was more than just the predictable flurry of pink and green and catching up on each other’s lives. That’s because the women … Continue reading
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Bieberich Receives First Annual Haud Collumi Scholarship
Graduate student-athlete Joseph Bieberich ’12, environmental science, will receive the first annual Haud Collumi Scholarship, which is funded largely by alumni of the UMBC Rugby Football Club. Bieberich is captain of the men’s rugby team. During Bieberich’s senior year at … Continue reading
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Portraits of Giving: Helen Phillips ’98, M.S. ’01, MechEng
We all give to UMBC for different reasons. In this “Portraits of Giving,” double alumna Helen Phillips ’98, M.S. ’01, mechanical engineering, shares the story behind why she created a scholarship in honor of her mother. As one of the … Continue reading
Donors Care – Q&A with Jean Rittermann
UMBC’s donors support the university for many reasons, and for that we are grateful. One such donor is Jean Rittermann, President of Conveyor Handling Company, Inc., who along with her sister, Nancy Carey, established the Anthony Alvarez Award for Outstanding … Continue reading
