More Scholars Programs

Scholars Programs at UMBC booklet, University Publications, UPUBF4-002_1.  View larger

UMBC now offers several scholars programs in various disciplines, including:

Center for Women in Technology Scholars Program

Cyber Scholars

Humanities Scholars Program

Linehan Artist Scholars Program

Meyerhoff Scholars Program

Sherman STEM Teacher Education Scholars Program

Sondheim Public Affairs Scholars

Center for Women and Information Technology Scholars Program, ca. 2006. University Publications, UPUB F4-002. View larger

The Center for Women and Information Technology Scholars Program (CWIT) promotes engineering opportunities for women and strives to solve the problem of underrepresentation in related fields. The program includes chemical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, information systems, interdisciplinary studies, and mechanical engineering majors. Scholars are given the opportunity to work with faculty mentors and local business professionals, and participate in internship programs at organizations such at Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman.

Sondheim Public Affairs Scholars Program, ca. 2006. University Publications, UPUB F4-002. View larger

The Sondheim Public Affairs Scholars Program honors the work of Walter Sondheim, a Baltimore business leader and education advocate. Students explore and work to address the critical social issues of our cities and communities through community service opportunities, government, non-profit, and law internships, and original research projects. Students also have the opportunity to attend lectures and other events to discuss policy problems and challenges with leaders and organizations in the social sciences.