As the school year progresses, the UMBC community continues to host and participate in events, showcasing our students’ hard work. UMBC leaders also discuss new paths to providing the best […]
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Collaborative Learning With Peers in Graduate School
Collaborative learning with others can be a great way to develop your skills when working with a team.
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The Art of Public Speaking
Many fields within graduate school require a research presentation, but only some students feel comfortable presenting.
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STEM Research Progress | UMBC Campus News
UMBC’s STEM research spans from boosting math skills in biology to probing life’s origins on Earth.
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The World of Online Learning | UMBC Industry News
UMBC’s Learning and Performance Technology graduate programs help prepare graduate students to learn effective strategies to develop, design, and deliver effective in-person and online learning experiences.
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Goal Setting Strategies for Graduate School
Graduate school is an essential step in developing as a professional. That’s why it is important to measure your growth through goal setting.
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Improve Your Self-Promotion Skills
When executed effectively, self-promotion becomes a skill that can propel you into the desired positions within your career.
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Breakthroughs in Research | UMBC Campus News
This summer has been busy for the UMBC community! Many members of our community continue to make important breakthroughs in research in a variety of our STEM programs.
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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Self-Care
Graduate school can feel more isolated than undergrad. This lack of community and the sense of competition amongst your peers can lead to feelings of inadequacy.
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Entrepreneurs Develop Clean Energy Alternatives
Entrepreneurs are vital to our society as new startups respond to the ever-changing needs of the public.