McDaniel College President Roger N. Casey announces retirement
McDaniel College President Roger N. Casey has announced his plans to retire at the end of the 2020–2021 academic year in June 2021.
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Hood College Launches Degree in Sustainability Studies
Hood College is launching a new Bachelor of Arts in Sustainability Studies, and the Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund Authority has granted $1 million to fund an endowed chair in the new program.
Hood College Professor Awarded Fellowship
Hood College Assistant Professor of Sociology Simone Kolysh was awarded a Purdue University Susan Bulkeley Butler Center for Leadership Excellence Fellowship for the 2020 Conference for Assistant Professors.
Hood College Ranks High on Four Major US News & World Report Lists
U.S. News & World Report ranked Hood College in four major lists in the north region: no. 17 in Best Value, no. 28 in Best Undergraduate Teaching, no. 28 in Best Colleges for Veterans and no. 56 in Best Regional Universities.
Vickie Mazer joins McDaniel as Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies
Vickie Mazer has joined McDaniel College as the new dean of Graduate and Professional Studies following a national search.
MSMU Receives NSF Grant to Foster STEM Transfer Path for FCC and MC Students
The National Science Foundation has awarded Mount St. Mary’s University (MSMU), in partnership with Frederick Community College (FCC) and Montgomery College (MC), an $899,926 Scholarships in Science, Technology, Education and Mathematics (S-STEM) program grant that provides transfer pathways and scholarships for community college students to complete their bachelor’s degree at MSMU. The NSF S-STEM program aims to increase the number of low-income students earning degrees in STEM fields.
NOAA to Fund Hood College Professor’s Lobster Research
Hood College is a collaborating institution on a National Sea Grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) for research on lobster larvae in Maine.
McDaniel again ranks No. 1 ‘Best Value’ regional university in the North by U.S. News
For the second consecutive year, McDaniel College tops U.S. News & World Report’s list of “Best Value Schools” and ranks among the best regional universities in the North in the “2021 Best Colleges” rankings.
Money Magazine names Loyola a best value college
Loyola University Maryland has been named one of the nation’s “Best Colleges for Your Money” by Money Magazine in its 2020-2021 higher education value rankings.
Johns Hopkins University Announces New DNP/MPH Dual Degree Program
Johns Hopkins University announced that students can earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice/Executive Master of Public Health (DNP/MPH) in as few as 3 years through a dual degree program that the university will launch in the summer of 2021.
Hood College professors launch project to unite educators, problem-solve virtual learning challenges
Two Hood College professors know firsthand the challenges of teaching online during the coronavirus pandemic. With new state funding, they’ve created a program to help solve these hurdles.
Independent Higher Education Day
Every year, MICUA brings together more than 150 college students and administrators to celebrate funding of the Sellinger Program and the strength and continued success of the students in independent higher education in Maryland.
Governor Larry Hogan proclaimed February 26, 2020 Maryland Independent Higher Education Day (IHED) and encouraged the people of Maryland to support independent institutions. The Governor’s proclamation was announced on the Senate floor by Senator Shelley Hettleman and on the House floor by Delegate Mark Chang, and all members of the General Assembly were encouraged to celebrate IHED. Approximately 150 students and staff attended IHED, representing all 13 State-aided MICUA institutions.
MICUA hosted IHED at the Governor’s Calvert House on State Circle in Annapolis. Senate President Bill Ferguson kicked off IHED with a keynote address. President Ferguson is a native to Maryland, born and raised in Silver Spring, and he currently represents District 46 in Baltimore City. In addition to a bachelor’s degree in political science from Davidson University and a law degree from the University of Maryland School of Law, he holds a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) from the Johns Hopkins School of Education. President Ferguson described the path by which he went from classroom teacher to law student to politician to one of the youngest presiding officers in the State Senate. He spoke of both inspiring and humbling experiences along the way, and he challenged everyone in the room to demand nothing but the best of themselves, their colleagues, and their leaders. He had time for a few questions, and the students responded passionately and appreciatively to his remarks.
Following President Ferguson’s remarks, Sara Fidler gave a power point presentation that included key facts about MICUA and MICUA’s operating and capital budget requests, as well as tips and tricks to help the students successfully lobby members of the Maryland General Assembly. Students were given branded flash drives to leave behind as gifts for the legislators with whom they met. MICUA encouraged students to tweet about IHED and to tag pictures of themselves with legislators. Students arranged over 130 meetings with members of Maryland’s General Assembly.
Featured below are photos of MICUA students on Independent Higher Education Day 2020:
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Students gathered in the Maryland State House on their way to meet with Legislators. |
Goucher College President Kent Devereaux and students at their meeting with Delegate Mangione. |
Hood College President Andrea Chapdelaine gives the opening remarks in the Governor Calvert House Ballroom. |
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Students and administrators from Hood College gathered in the Maryland State House. |
Students from the Maryland Institute College of Art wait to meet with Senator Cory McCray. |
Mount St. Mary’s President Tim Trainor, Bill Davies, and students assembled in the Mike Miller Senate Building. |
McDaniel College President Roger Casey and students pictured with their mascot, the Green Terror, in the House of Representatives. |
Washington College Taps Wayne Powell As Interim President
A former mathematics professor-turned-higher education administrator has been tapped as Washington College's 32nd president, succeeding Kurt Landgraf.
Loyola faculty member receives grant to support STEM education research
Qi Shi, Ph.D., associate professor of education specialties, has been awarded a $193,853 two-year grant from the National Science Foundation’s HER Core Research: Building Capacity in STEM Education Research program.
Hood College Receives Gold Award for Wellness at Work
Hood College received the gold award from the Healthiest Maryland Businesses (HMB) Wellness at Work Awards Program during a recent online symposium.
Manager of Business Operations Biography
Ashley Swift
Ashley Swift serves as the Manager of Business Operations for the Maryland Independent College and University Association (MICUA). She attended McDaniel College, a MICUA member institution, where she earned her undergraduate degree. She enjoys working with an association whose mission provides a positive impact on the State and the students served.
Job Opening: Associate Vice President for Government and Business Affairs
Associate Vice President for Government and Business Affairs – The Maryland Independent College & University Association (MICUA), a non-profit association which has as its mission the collective representation and coordination of independent higher education in Maryland, is seeking an experienced government affairs individual to assist in providing public policy leadership in support of higher education, as well as coordinating and facilitating partnerships and engagement with the business community.
The successful candidate must have the ability to manage a diversity of internal and external constituencies, effective public speaking, the capacity for hard work in an intense and challenging environment, and an understanding and appreciation of the nature of independent higher education and the issues important to academe. In addition to public policy leadership, the Associate Vice President is responsible for assisting with the monitoring of the State budget and fiscal outlook, coordinating State aid programs, reviewing federal and State legislation and regulations, representing MICUA on various state and national policy forums, testifying before legislative committees, assisting with communications, and handling other projects as assigned by the President.
The Associate Vice President for Government and Business Affairs reports to the President. The Associate Vice President is responsible for public policy leadership in support of independent higher education and assists in liaising between MICUA and various public bodies, including the Governor’s Office, the Maryland General Assembly, the Maryland Higher Education Commission, and the Department of Budget and Management. As a member of the MICUA executive team, the Associate Vice President assists the President in all operations of the Association and fulfills the duties of President or Executive Vice President when necessary.
The Associate Vice President performs the following duties:
- Assists with lobbying elected officials in support of independent higher education;
- Monitors the State budget and fiscal outlook;
- Coordinates State aid programs in collaboration with the Senior Research Analyst;
- Coordinates and assists the MICUA capital projects submission process in collaboration with the Executive Vice President;
- Reviews federal and State legislation and regulations;
- Prepares written and oral testimony in collaboration with the Executive Assistant;
- At the direction of the President or the Executive Vice President, testifies before committees of the Maryland General Assembly, the Maryland Higher Education Commission, and the Department of Budget and Management;
- Represents the Association on several State and national committees and various policy forums;
- Works with National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities and other national organizations on issues impacting independent higher education;
- Assists with convening and coordinating meetings with various campus-based affinity groups;
- Facilitates collaboration among institutions of higher education to reduce costs or increase revenues;
- Coordinates with the Senior Research Analyst for the preparation and production of various financial and accountability reports;
- Assists in responding to inquiries from institutions, federal and state agencies, national organizations, and the general public regarding independent higher education;
- Surveys member institutions on key issues, assesses responses, and assists in formulating MICUA policy;
- Explores and facilitates engagement and partnership opportunities with the business community;
- Brokers consortium arrangements and pricing opportunities for the MICUA institutions;
- Assists with special projects; and
- Handles other responsibilities as assigned by the President.
A masters degree in a related discipline or juris doctor is required. At least 5 years of experience in a related field is preferred. A candidate is expected to exhibit a proven history of competence in management, progressive experience with public policy development, and strong written and oral communication skills.
MICUA pays competitive salaries and offers a full range of benefits, including health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance. Please email a resume and a letter of interest that includes three professional references and salary requirements to: Ashley Swift, Manager of Business Operations, at aswift@micua.org. Candidates may also submit letter(s) of recommendation for consideration. The position remains open until filled; however, letters of interest must be received by September 1, 2020, to guarantee full consideration. MICUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Johns Hopkins University Creates Program To Teach Kids The Science Behind The Coronavirus
A new online curriculum from Johns Hopkins University aims to teach kids the science and biology of COVID-19 to help them learn how to stop the spread of the virus.
McDaniel College students work toward coronavirus treatment
COVID-19 research is going on across the country right now, including in Westminster, where a group of undergraduate students are getting the opportunity of a lifetime.
Goucher College Becomes New Home For The Student Support Network
Goucher College has become the new home for the Student Support Network, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting Baltimore County children's food insecurity.
McDaniel College grad organizes virtual concert to benefit Carroll Lutheran Village’s COVID-19 fund
McDaniel College students and staff are holding a virtual concert Wednesday to raise money for Carroll Lutheran Village’s COVID-19 fund and bring joy to the residents.
Loyola launches Master of Science in Forensic Pattern Analysis program
Loyola University Maryland is starting a Master of Science in Forensic Pattern Analysis program in fall 2021 to prepare students for growing career opportunities in the forensic sciences.
Mount St. Mary's orientation gets smaller and more socially distant
Summer orientation for incoming Mount St. Mary’s University students looked quite different this year — with temperature checks and health questionnaires, social distancing restrictions and face coverings, and tissues and hand sanitizer bottles given out as souvenirs.
Loyola co-founds BridgesAlliance to provide real-world career experience to students
To provide additional support to students during a global pandemic, Loyola has joined the BridgesAlliance, a growing network of more than 50 universities worldwide launched by PeopleGrove.
Hood College Receives $2.2 Million Grant from HRSA
Hood College’s counseling program has received a $2.2 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).
Hood College's Frederick Food Security Network Awarded Grant from Delaplaine Foundation, Inc.
Delaplaine Foundation, Inc., has awarded Hood College’s Frederick Food Security Network (FFSN) $7,500 in COVID-19 emergency funds to hire two agricultural assistants during the peak of the growing season for 10 weeks. These hires will allow the FFSN to provide fresh produce to the people who need it most.
Hood College Student Awarded Enactus Scholarship
Hood College student Pierre Saint-Louis ’22 is a winner of the Jules and Gwenn Knapp Enactus Ambassador Scholarship. His award is $2,500 for educational purposes.
McDaniel Graduate program offers online dyslexia certification
Literacy Leadership master's degree program has partnered with Wilson Language Training to offer a new dyslexia specialization, which includes Level I Certification in the Wilson Reading System® (WRS).
Please view the individual links below for specific information about CARES Act Reporting from each MICUA member institution.
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Hood College to Assist County Educators in Learning How to Teach Online
In anticipation of the need for online learning to continue in the fall, Hood College’s Department of Education will assist Frederick County Public Schools in its training of PreK-12 teachers in online learning.
