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UMBC Magazine: See The Challenge, Be The Change

Written by: Megan Hanks Mastrola. Modeled after a national program, UMBC’s Grand Challenge Scholars Program was established in the College of Engineering and Information Technology (COEIT) in Fall 2016. Over the past six years, the program has expanded, drawing together students from various disciplines to address major challenges that the world is facing. Ranging from engineering better medicines and securing cyberspace. …

Posted: July 11, 2022

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Donald Norris, Public Policy, in the Baltimore Sun

As the initial shock following last week’s indictment of inmates and correctional officers at the Baltimore City Detention Center gives way to more detailed analysis, the Baltimore Sun is asking...

Posted: May 1, 2013, 6:37 PM

Donald Norris, Public Policy, in the Washington Post

Yesterday’s allegations that state prison guards helped a gang operate a contraband smuggling scheme from behind bars at the Baltimore City Detention Center are prompting strong responses from...

Posted: April 25, 2013, 6:38 PM

Donald Norris, Public Policy, in The Daily Record

In the last year, three top aides and three department secretaries have left Gov. Martin O’Malley’s administration. Although some have voiced concern, Donald F. Norris, professor and chair of...

Posted: April 22, 2013, 7:21 PM

Donald Norris, Public Policy, in the Baltimore Sun

Former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon will kick off the Associated Black Charities’ speaker series next month, sparking speculation of a possible return to politics. “This is the year I’m going to...

Posted: March 27, 2013, 6:31 PM

Donald Norris, Public Policy, in Baltimore Magazine

“Martin O’Malley is on the short list of Democratic presidential contenders. Can he win?” So reads a headline in this month’s Baltimore Magazine, which delves into O’Malley’s political background...

Posted: March 8, 2013, 6:55 PM