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University of Maryland Eastern Shore students organized a '100 Women in Heels' empowerment march on March 26 that brought together over one hundred participants from across campus for recognition and unity among women.
Read more →University of Maryland Eastern Shore honors over 1,000 students at annual convocation
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More than 1,000 University of Maryland Eastern Shore students were honored at this year's Honors Convocation on April 2. The ceremony recognized academic excellence across all class levels with special awards presented by university leaders.
Read more →UMES hosts first group of foreign exchange students from France
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The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has welcomed its first-ever group of foreign exchange students from France through an academic partnership with University of Lorraine. The four visiting business majors will spend spring semester experiencing both campus life and American culture.
Read more →Dougherty appointed associate dean for clinical programs at UMES School of Veterinary Medicine
April 4, 2026
Dr. Christina 'Tina' Dougherty has been appointed Associate Dean for Clinical Programs at UMES School of Veterinary Medicine as it prepares for its opening pending accreditation approval. She brings four decades’ experience across academia, private practice, industry leadership roles—and aims to advance outreach initiatives benefiting students and communities.
Read more →UMES explores partnership with Bahamas Agricultural and Marine Science Institute
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The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is exploring an educational partnership with the Bahamas Agricultural and Marine Science Institute. The collaboration could allow student exchanges between institutions as well as joint research initiatives.
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UMES launches Assistant Chair Program to develop future academic leaders
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The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has launched its first Assistant Chair Program aimed at preparing faculty for future leadership roles within academic departments. Sixteen participants from various disciplines are taking part in this initiative designed to strengthen succession planning.
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UMES quiz bowl team is California-bound for the third straight year
March 25, 2026
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore's quiz bowl team will compete for a third straight year at the Honda Campus All-Star Challenge National Championship Tournament in California this April. The four-member squad represents Maryland's only HBCU entry among 32 schools vying for top honors.
Read more →Stacey Abrams to speak at UMES Presidential Lecture Series on April 8
March 11, 2026
Stacey Abrams will deliver the keynote address at UMES's Presidential Lecture Series on April 8. The event is open to the public and aims to engage attendees on topics of social justice and political participation.
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Megan Barrientos wins second consecutive Maryland Eastern Shore Regional Spelling Bee
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Megan Barrientos, an eighth-grade student at Wicomico Middle School, secured her second straight Maryland Eastern Shore Regional Spelling Bee championship on March 7.
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