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Awards | October 28, 2025

Morgan State University’s College of Interdisciplinary and Continuing Studies Honored with National Older Adult Model Program Award

Association for Continuing Higher Education Recognizes “Morgan Completes You” Program’s Innovation, Adaptability, and Exceptional Service in Expanding Degree Completion

Education | July 31, 2025

How to Know if it's Time to Quit Your Ph.D. Program

Before deciding to pause or leave your Ph.D. program entirely, reflect on your career goals and talk with an adviser, experts say.

July 28, 2025

CICS on the Airwaves: Emma Minnis Shares the Mission of CICS on WEAA's Morgan’s News Hour

In a recent interview on WEAA 88.9FM’s Morgan’s News Hour, Emma Minnis, Student Success Manager at Morgan State University’s College of Interdisciplinary and Continuing Studies (CICS), shed light on how the college is redefining adult education. Minnis discussed how CICS supports returning learners, working professionals, veterans, parents, and more through flexible, fully online programs and the Morgan Completes You initiative. Emphasizing compassion, credit for prior learning, and a commitment to equity, Minnis shared how CICS empowers students to transform their lives through degree completion. Her message was clear and powerful: it’s never too late to finish what you started.

July 25, 2025

The Pursuit of Happiness: A Journey from Banking and Finance to Construction Project Management

This blog post chronicles Sean Ellis’s inspiring transition from a stable career in banking and finance to a purpose-driven role in construction project management, made possible through the College of Interdisciplinary and Continuing Studies (CICS) at Morgan State University. Faced with the daunting challenge of returning to school full-time while working multiple jobs, Sean found both academic and personal support at CICS. His story is a testament to the power of education, community, and the pursuit of purpose over comfort.

Education | July 10, 2025

New Learner-Centered Digital Recordkeeping to Enhance, Streamline Professional Capabilities for Career-Ready Morgan State Grads

University Joins Inaugural Cohort in the Learning and Employment Record Accelerator Program to Optimize Secure, Skills-Based Academic and Career Credentialing

Commencement | May 18, 2025

Spring 2025 Commencement a Nod to Experience, Wisdom

At Morgan State University’s 2025 spring undergraduate commencement, dozens of nontraditional students—many of them parents, full-time workers, and returning learners—crossed the graduation stage with pride. For many, the College of Interdisciplinary & Continuing Studies made the moment possible.