March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the many accomplishments and contributions of women throughout history.
From scientists and artists to activists and politicians, women have made significant strides in various fields, breaking down barriers and challenging societal norms. However, their stories have often been overlooked or overshadowed, making Women’s History Month an essential opportunity to shine a light on their achievements and recognize the crucial role they have played in shaping the world we live in today.
In this Campus News post, we wish to celebrate the accomplishments of UMBC women! These news articles were first brought to us by UMBC News.
UMBC’s Center for Women in Technology (CWIT) Celebrates Their New Director, Lauren Allen
Lauren Allen has joined CWIT this spring as the new Director. Allen has a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Bowie State University and has earned a Masters of Social Work and Education of Human Sexuality. Allen has over 11 years of experience in social work and is excited to join the UMBC community!
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“Women in Leadership in Higher Education” Online Event
UMBC dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Kimberly Moffitt will be a guest speaker for a University of Maryland Global Campus panel discussing leadership opportunities for women in higher education. This panel will include Breaking the M.O.L.D. or Mellon/Maryland Opportunities for Leadership Development. This program provided a $3 million grant to Morgan State, UMBC, and UMD, in order to provide more leadership opportunities for women and POC faculty in higher education. Be sure to check out this panel March 22nd from Noon-1pm on Zoom.
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UMBC Office of Student Disability Services Celebrates Women with Disabilities
The Office of Student Disability Services lists famous trailblazers throughout history and into contemporary times. These trailblazers are all women with disabilities who deserve to be celebrated for the ways that they have changed or are changing history.
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