… and some other really big ones, too. Thursday, January 17, 2019 The lone Carolina cherry laurel (tree) known to exist in the state of Maryland can be found on the campus of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. That, by default, makes the evergreen adjacent to Wicomico Hall the state champion of its species, according…Read more UMES is home to a state champion tree
Pro wrestler Ric Flair owns a Brad Hudson original Tuesday, January 15, 2019 To be the man, you have to paint the man – or more precisely, paint a portrait of the man. The portrait subject is legendary pro wrestler Ric Flair; the painter is UMES art professor Brad Hudson. The two became social media acquaintances…Read more Pro wrestler Ric Flair owns a Brad Hudson original
By Tahja G. Cropper Tuesday, December 18, 2018 As December 2018 graduates embark on the next chapter of their lives, members of the Class of 1968 were honored at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s 22nd winter commencement. The class of ’68 includes a Tony-nominated stage actress, retired educators, social workers and several federal and state…Read more Class of ‘68: Golden Hawks forged by an incendiary year
UMES holds 22nd winter commencement Friday, December 14, 2018 Graduation day at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore began shrouded in fog, much the way some degree candidates surely must have felt their first day of college – some just 3½ years ago. By midday, 270 newly minted graduates emerged from the university’s 22nd winter commencement…Read more ‘Remembering how far you have come’
Friday, December 14, 2018 While making a list and checking it twice, we go straight to a big man (on campus) himself. A long-time University of Maryland Eastern Shore faculty member – and member of a giving profession – wears an additional stocking cap this time of year. And he also has a matching red…Read more Bringing a Little Joy to Delmarva
Biology major chosen to deliver student commentary Tuesday, December 11, 2018 Eden Ndjami, who as a child emigrated with her parents from Cameroon to America, delivers the student commentary on behalf of classmates who graduate Dec. 14 during the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s 22nd winter commencement exercises. The biology major is finishing her undergraduate studies…Read more ‘Go as far as the east is from the west’
Somerset native embraces agriculture education Wednesday, November 21, 2018 Annette Kenney is proof it’s never too late to pursue a college education. On the cusp of turning 50, Kenney earned a bachelor’s degree in agriculture from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in December 2016. And she isn’t finished. Kenney is a master’s degree candidate…Read more Getting back to the land
UPDATE: Mr. Joyner informed UMES Dec. 6 he would be unable to serve as speaker Thursday, November 8, 2018 Philanthropist-broadcaster Tom Joyner will put an exclamation point on his recent efforts to help the University of Maryland Eastern Shore boost its scholarship fund by serving as the December 2018 commencement speaker. Joyner will be just…Read more Tom Joyner headlines December 2018 graduation
By Joshua Dacres Monday, November 5, 2018 Editor’s note: This essay is adapted from remarks the writer delivered during the 2018 President’s Donor Reception Oct. 25. What is life without the ability to receive and give gifts? Giving can create an array of many colorful perspectives, and a world of many great opportunities. I have…Read more Circle of Giving
Served at UMES for 33 years Monday, October 29, 2018 Dr. Henry M. Brooks, who served 33 years as 1890 extension administrator at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, was inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame for his lifetime achievements and contributions to 4-H. Honored by the Maryland 4-H Youth Development Program, Brooks…Read more Henry Brooks – 4-H Hall of Fame honoree
