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Communication, Maryland Institute for Technology in the Humanities

Speaking in Code

Communication students catalog Russian propaganda.

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December 11, 2018 American Studies

Is Waiting a Lost Art?

Technology makes society more efficient, but is moving faster always such a good thing? American studies Professor Jason Farman's new book delves into history and looks at the benefits and consequences of waiting.

December 10, 2018 The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

A Grammy Nod for National Orchestral Institute

UMD’s National Orchestral Institute hit a high note on Friday with a Grammy nomination for best orchestral performance.
December 06, 2018 Women's Studies

A First in Women’s Studies

Groundbreaker in program at UMD creates its inaugural merit-based scholarship.
December 03, 2018 English

"The Poet X” Marks the Spot

Alum wins National Book Award for Young People's Literature.
November 14, 2018 English

Writer, Teacher, Activist and Voice for Caribbean History

Merle Collins combines scholarship, literature and activism in research about Louise Langdon Norton Little, the mother of Malcolm X.

November 12, 2018 American Studies

Soundtrack to Revolution

Students explore changing role of black protest music.

November 02, 2018 Art

“Glances From Infinity” Showcases the Diversity of UMD Faculty Work

Among the items on display: paintings, sculptures and melted prescription bottles.
October 31, 2018 History

Trump and Anti-Semitism

History professor Jeffrey Herf offers his expertise on anti-semitism in America on NPR's Morning Edition.

October 26, 2018 School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies

What Do Broadway's Best Lighting Designers Actually Do?

No one applauds the lighting designer.

ARHU in the News

Maryland Today December 12, 2018

Speaking in Code

Communication students catalog Russian propaganda.

Knowledge@Wharton December 11, 2018

Is Waiting a Lost Art?

Technology makes society more efficient, but is moving faster always such a good thing? American studies Professor Jason Farman's new book delves into history and looks at the benefits and consequences of waiting.

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2018 Dean's Scholars Awards Recipients

December 14, 2018 College of Arts and Humanities

Join us in congratulating our 2018 Dean's Scholars Awards recipients.

Maryland Today

Speaking in Code

December 12, 2018 Communication, Maryland Institute for Technology in the Humanities

Communication students catalog Russian propaganda.

Knowledge@Wharton

Is Waiting a Lost Art?

December 11, 2018 American Studies

Technology makes society more efficient, but is moving faster always such a good thing? American studies Professor Jason Farman's new book delves into history and looks at the benefits and consequences of waiting.

Maryland Today

A Grammy Nod for National Orchestral Institute

December 10, 2018 The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

UMD’s National Orchestral Institute hit a high note on Friday with a Grammy nomination for best orchestral performance.
Maryland Today

From Trash Truck to Commencement Stage

December 10, 2018 History

In face of obstacles, student speaker shows heart of champion in reaching academic goals.
Culture Type

Beyond Basel: Where to See, Buy, and Experience African and African American Art During Miami Art Week 2018

December 08, 2018 David C. Driskell Center for the Visual Arts and Culture of African Americans and the African Diaspora

Miami Art Week will include a plethora of art and activities focusing on artists of African descent.

Los Angeles Review of Books

Modest Witnesses

December 07, 2018 English

The Los Angeles Review of Books reviews English Professor Tita Chico's new book, The Experimental Imagination.

Zócalo Public Square

Our Favorite Christmas Classic Is Really a Study in American Suicide

December 06, 2018 History

It’s a Wonderful Life delivers a haunting treatise on the religious, legal, and economic implications of taking one’s life.
Maryland Today

A First in Women’s Studies

December 06, 2018 Women's Studies

Groundbreaker in program at UMD creates its inaugural merit-based scholarship.
Maryland Today

A Home for Forgotten Words

December 06, 2018 Communication

Archive recovers speeches from marginalized groups.