Did you know that the University of Maryland Eastern Shore is comprised of more than 1,530 acres? Of that, nearly 340 acres is tillable, including pasture for about 150 sheep, goats and chickens. Merton “Earle” Canter, the man responsible for the daily operation of the campus farm and the fields at the UMES Research, Extension…Read more Research farm manager retires after five decades farming
UMES provides nurturing environment for graduate’s success
When Van Spencer accepted a bachelor’s degree in agribusiness management May 16 at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s spring commencement, it brought him a step closer to his career aspirations. The future entrepreneur aims to operate his own garden center or plant nursery. “Business interested me, but I also wanted to learn about plant…Read more UMES provides nurturing environment for graduate’s success
UMES professor emerita celebrates the law that shaped HBCUs
As the University of Maryland Eastern Shore celebrates 135 years of being an 1890 land-grant institution, understanding the importance of that designation remains vital, as Dr. Carolyn Brooks (far left) urged during a talk. Brooks, who had a three-decade career at the Princess Anne university has a wide-ranging experience in higher education relating to research,…Read more UMES professor emerita celebrates the law that shaped HBCUs
UMES pre-vet students learn from practical experience
It’s a learning experience you can’t get from the classroom, knowing when intervention is needed in animal husbandry to save a life. Shamia “Mia” Onley (far right) was being interviewed on camera, with quick glances to the expectant doe, or female goat, who had settled in the corner, when she said, “We’ve got to stop….Read more UMES pre-vet students learn from practical experience
UMES ‘honors our history,’ looks to future as land-grant university
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore Wellness Walk on April 22 kicked off a celebration of the 135th anniversary of the Second Morrill Act of 1890, also known as the Agricultural College Act of 1890. Sponsored by Sen. Justin Morrill of Vermont, the legislation’s passing and signing was instrumental in the founding of 19 historically…Read more UMES ‘honors our history,’ looks to future as land-grant university
Maryland Forest Service joins UMES for Earth Day celebration
Earth Day 2025 started out with the proverbial April shower, but quickly cleared to a brilliant, sunny spring day in time for the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s observance. Each year, the university enlists the help of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service for a tree planting to maintain its designation as an…Read more Maryland Forest Service joins UMES for Earth Day celebration
UMES holds Honors Convocation, top SANS students honored
Undergraduates were in the spotlight today as the University of Maryland Eastern Shore held its 72nd annual Honors Convocation. The campus community filled the Ella Fitzgerald Center to celebrate student academic achievements, including dean’s list honors for the 2024 fall and spring semesters (minimum 3.5 GPA), departmental distinction (minimum 3.7 GPA), departmental honors (an outstanding…Read more UMES holds Honors Convocation, top SANS students honored
UMES welcomes new director of agricultural research
Dr. Vagner Benedito, professor of biochemical genetics and plant physiology, is the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s new associate dean for 1890 Research Programs and associate director of the UMES Agricultural Experiment Station. He holds a dual appointment in the School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences to conduct research and manage the UMES-AES, including activities…Read more UMES welcomes new director of agricultural research
UMES professor chosen for Leadership Maryland Executive Program
Dr. Madhumi Mitra is among a group of top professionals selected to participate in Leadership Maryland’s 2025 Executive Program. The professor of biological and environmental sciences at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore will join senior-level executives to discuss critical issues facing Marylanders and to be a force for positive change. “We are excited to…Read more UMES professor chosen for Leadership Maryland Executive Program
