UMES students who are members of the Richard A. Henson Honors Program or the School of Pharmacy had an experience of a lifetime as they traveled to the Dominican Republic for a service learning trip over spring break, March 19-26. Four SANS students (see photos and captions) were among the group of 14, including three…Read more SANS students travel to Dominican Republic for service learning trip
Doctoral student heading for a promising career in toxicology research
When Zoe Johnson crosses the stage on May 20 during the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s Spring 2022 commencement exercises to accept his doctorate in toxicology, it will be with a mindset to help safeguard public health by continuing his research with the pharmaceutical industry or a federal agency. For his doctoral dissertation, Johnson explored…Read more Doctoral student heading for a promising career in toxicology research
Farm Credit Foundation awards scholarships to UMES ag majors
PRINCESS ANNE, MD-(April 27, 2022)-Two sophomores at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore are the recipients of $10,000 scholarships from the Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement. The awards will assist both students in their general agriculture (animal and poultry science concentration) studies and intent to become veterinarians. Charles M. Wright IV, owner of Wright’s…Read more Farm Credit Foundation awards scholarships to UMES ag majors
UMES celebrates 150th Arbor Day by joining college campus tree program
PRINCESS ANNE, MD- (April 29, 2022)- This year’s Arbor Day celebration is notable as it marks the 150th anniversary of the national observance. The University of Maryland Eastern Shore teamed up with the Maryland Forest Service for a tree planting ceremony today to serve as one of the statewide kick-off events aiming to be a…Read more UMES celebrates 150th Arbor Day by joining college campus tree program
Fashion merchandising students network with alumnae mentors in LA fashion industry
UMES fashion merchandising students likely still have stars in their eyes after a spring break experiential learning trip to the glamorous and glitzy LA Fashion District. Dr. Bridgett Clinton-Scott, an associate professor in the Department of Human Ecology, connected 11 of her students with UMES alumnae working in the industry in Los Angeles. Entrepreneur, influencer…Read more Fashion merchandising students network with alumnae mentors in LA fashion industry
SANS/Dreyfus lectures feature trailblazing chemist next month
UMES’ Department of Natural Sciences will host distinguished chemist Dr. Kimberly Jackson as the speaker for an April 14 scientific lecture for the campus community and a non-scientific talk open to the public the following day, both in the Richard A. Henson Center. Jackson is chair and professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Spelman College…Read more SANS/Dreyfus lectures feature trailblazing chemist next month
SANS students represent UMES at HBCU Battle of the Brains in Austin, Texas
The fifth annual HBCU Battle of the Brains proved to be a valuable educational and fun experience for a team of six SANS students and their advisor who traveled to Austin, Texas, March 8-14 to represent UMES at the national academic competition and diversity recruiting event. Ag Communications was privy to updates on the team’s…Read more SANS students represent UMES at HBCU Battle of the Brains in Austin, Texas
Callaloo Recipes by Dr. Nadine Burton, Alternative Crop Specialist, UMES Extension
Spicy Callaloo Dip Ingredients1 cup chopped callaloo1 cup taco-blend cheese2 medium jalapeno peppers (diced)1 small onion chopped1 tablespoon parmesan cheese1 cup water1 tablespoon olive oil Cooking InstructionsSauté callaloo; add oil in a small pot, add onion and stir for 1-2 minutes, then add callaloo and Knorr chicken seasoning, stir and allow to cook until tender….Read more Callaloo Recipes by Dr. Nadine Burton, Alternative Crop Specialist, UMES Extension
UMES students to compete in HBCU Battle of the Brains
A team of UMES students are hard at work preparing for the 5th annual HBCU Battle of the Brains, described as “a national academic championship and experiential diversity recruiting showcase.” They will travel to Austin, Texas, March 8-14 to be pitted against teams from other historically Black colleges and universities in a business challenge competition. It…Read more UMES students to compete in HBCU Battle of the Brains
UMES looks at ways to help Delmarva farmers deal with salt intrusion in soybean fields
Delmarva farmlands are among the most critical areas of susceptibility to rising sea levels due to global climate change. Saltwater intrusion and well irrigation can impair the growth of salt sensitive row crops such as soybeans and corn—traditional staples for agricultural producers in the Mid-Atlantic. Dr. Naveen Kumar Dixit, a UMES Extension specialist and assistant…Read more UMES looks at ways to help Delmarva farmers deal with salt intrusion in soybean fields
