The School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences congratulates its 72 graduates. Read about the inspiration, aspirations and accomplishments of six members of the Class of 2026. Ph.D. earned in 3 years John Ithiru, a doctoral student in food and agricultural sciences, was hooded at UMES’ 139th annual spring commencement May 15, 2026. Ithiru earned his…Read more Meet 6 SANS graduates ready for their next chapter
UMES student researcher contributing to poultry industry, awarded DCA scholarship
Unishma Ghimire received a $3,000 scholarship for the second consecutive year awarded through Delmarva Chicken Association’s Scholarship Program. She is pursuing a master’s degree in food and agricultural sciences with a concentration in animal and poultry science at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Ghimire is working with UMES poultry researcher Dr. Jennifer Timmons on…Read more UMES student researcher contributing to poultry industry, awarded DCA scholarship

