News From our Schools & Colleges

Morgan State University Secures Nearly $7M for Research Centers

Two new research centers are coming to Morgan State University thanks to funding from the state. The university secured $6.8 million for Morgan’s Center for Research and Education in Microelectronics and the National Center for the Elimination of Educational Disparities. Both centers will employ up to 25 new faculty members.

Dr. Mark Barnes Elected National Councilor of the American Association of Geographers

Appointment Marks the First-ever Morgan State Faculty to Serve on AAG Board

First of Its Kind: Morgan State University School of Social Work announces the launch of its DSW program.

Morgan State University Expands Research Capabilities with Addition of Two Newly State-Funded Research Centers

Center for Research and Education in Microelectronics to Advance Scientific Activity in Semiconductor Fabrication While National Center for the Elimination of Educational Disparities to Assess Learning Inequities in Public Education

First Female Transportation Center Director Trailblazing at Morgan State University

Whether you're driving to work, taking the bus to school, or waiting on a delivery, transportation is an integral part of our lives. Dr. Mansoureh Jeihani, a leader in the transportation field, is the first female Director of the National Transportation Center at Morgan State University. Her students are researching autonomous vehicles, traffic modeling, equity, safety, and more.

MD Lawmakers Consider Plan to Tackle State Teacher Shortage

Maryland is among the many states dealing with a teacher shortage. The Moore administration is asking state lawmakers to approve a program intended to encourage more people to enter the teaching profession and keep teachers in the classroom longer. Morgan State University is among those in higher education proactively addressing this issue.