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Earl S. Richardson-President
For over 130 years, Morgan State University has been an important part
of the higher education system in the
Baltimore area, the State of Maryland, and the nation. Throughout
its history, Morgan has served the community with distinction while meeting
the educational needs of an increasingly diverse society. Its designation
as Maryland's Public Urban University assures that Morgan will continue
to play a prominent role in Maryland's education future.
Morgan's mission is to serve a multi-ethnic and multi-racial student
body and to help ensure that the benefits of higher education are enjoyed
by a broad segment of the population. To accomplish this, the University
offers a comprehensive program of studies at the undergraduate level
and degrees in selected fields at the master's and doctoral level.
A high quality educational program is offered by a full-time faculty
of almost 300. In addition, Morgan's instruction is integrated with
its research and community service activities to help students comprehend
how what they learn in the classroom can be applied to help their immediate
community and society as a whole. Morgan's research programs produce
important faculty contributions in a wide variety of fields while involving
undergraduate students who are motivated and prepared for advanced study.
Public service programs give both the faculty and students an opportunity
to work with and learn from public schools, business, government, and
the general public.
The past fifteen years has been a period of phenomenal growth and accomplishment
for the University. Applications for admission have risen dramatically.
Enrollments are substantially higher than just 10 years ago. Furthermore,
the academic qualifications of entering students have risen steadily.
Thanks to a substantial state investment in equipment and facilities,
University faculty members are able to successfully compete for research
grants and contracts. Baltimore residents benefit from the State's investment
through Morgan's commitment to serving the community. Morgan's Urban
Research Institute studies ways to improve the quality of life for local
residents. A wide variety of programs are also available to assist public
schools by motivating students for academic success and preparing them
for the challenges of college.
America continues to grow more racially and ethnically diverse. Morgan's
many years of experience in teaching students from a broad range of
social and economic backgrounds places the University at the center
of today's most important educational issues. Morgan is committed to
meeting the changing educational needs of the community and looks forward
to maintaining its level of academic excellence.
Many of the University's accomplishments are possible only through
the generosity of its friends. In recent years, the Governor of the
State of Maryland, the leaders along with many members of the Maryland
General Assembly, and the State's Congressional Delegation have been
exceptionally supportive of the University. Many in the business community
have also been generous with their advice and financial support. Loyal
alumni and friends have been active in the University's affairs, and
generous in their donations.
We trust that we have begun to repay the investments that these many
friends have made in the University.
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