News From our Schools & Colleges
Celebrating Global Impact: Dr. Christa Cheree Gilliam Named to Fulbright Specialist Roster
The School of Social Work celebrates Dr. Christa Cheree Gilliam’s selection to the Fulbright Specialist Roster (2026–2029), recognizing her scholarly excellence and commitment to global engagement. This prestigious designation positions her to collaborate with international institutions on high-impact projects that advance social work education, research, and practice. Dr. Gilliam’s work reflects a deep commitment to equity, knowledge exchange, and cross-cultural collaboration. Her selection strengthens Morgan State University’s global presence and underscores the School’s dedication to transformative, internationally engaged scholarship.
School of Social Work Faculty Engagement at AERA 2026
Faculty from the School of Social Work at Morgan State University participated in the 2026 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting, engaging in critical conversations on education, equity, and community-based practice. Dr. Marline Francois-Madden contributed to sessions on neurodivergent inclusion, Youth Participatory Action Research, and culturally grounded approaches to giftedness, while Dr. Rodriguez engaged in work related to the school-to-prison pipeline, restorative justice, and student wellbeing, and connected with major research funders. Collectively, their participation strengthened research collaboration opportunities, informed future funding directions, and elevated the School’s visibility across academic and community spaces.
Morgan State’s Graves School Faculty Earn International Recognition for Research Advancing Inclusive Entrepreneurship
Award-Winning Study Highlights Strategies to Expand Business Ownership Opportunities in Underserved Communities
Morgan State Brings Caribbean Folk Tale to the Stage With "Once on This Island"
Morgan State University's Musical Theatre program presents its Spring production of "Once On This Island."
Morgan State University Receives $2.4M Grant To Lead Project Converting Nuclear Radiation Into Electrical Energy
Morgan State University has received a grant to support an energy research project.
Morgan State Secures First DARPA Grant, Becoming First HBCU to Lead ‘Rads to Watts’ Energy Research Project
Under $2-Million DARPA Initiative University’s Electrical and Computer Engineering Researchers to Convert Nuclear Radiation Into Kilowatt-Scale Power
Contact Information
Office of Public Relations & Strategic Communications
1700 East Cold Spring Lane
McMechen Hall Rm. 635
Baltimore, Maryland 21251
Contact Information
Office of Public Relations & Strategic Communications
1700 East Cold Spring Lane
McMechen Hall Rm. 635
Baltimore, Maryland 21251