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CIVICUS Welcomes Director Korey Rothman
June 16, 2017Dr. Rothman continues to build the CIVICUS community in collaboration with alumni, students and partners.
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Getrich Assumes Role with Center for Global Migration Studies
June 14, 2017ANTH faculty member will serve as associate director
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UMD Researchers Investigate Link between ‘Land Grabs’ and Undernourishment
June 13, 2017Worldwide, more and more countries are strategically investing to extend their natural resource base beyond their borders, frequently into developing countries. New research from the University of Maryland (UMD) finds this global trend could put already-vulnerable populations at higher risk for undernourishment and food insecurity.
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A Banner Year for the Gibran Chair
June 12, 2017Highlights from the George and Lisa Zakhem Kahlil Gibran Chair for Values and Peace
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Bahá’í Chair Examines Future of Virtual Reality
June 12, 2017Innovative event held at the Phillips Collection
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BSOS Welcomes 2017 Summer Research Initiative Scholars
June 2, 2017Congratulations to our latest cohort of scholars and mentors!
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Egypt and Turkey Turning Away from Violent Extremism, Toward Religious Tolerance
June 2, 2017UMD-led research in Egypt and Turkey reveals increasing support for Western-style politics and religious tolerance; decline in support for Islamic government
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Andy Shallal: Shameless Stutterer
June 1, 2017D.C.-area business owner, artist and activist credits HESP faculty member with helping him overcome lifelong struggle with stuttering
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Latest UMD Critical Issues Poll Shows the Russia Issue is Bringing Americans into Greater Agreement, Divide Remains on Other Hot Issues
May 24, 2017Findings show a majority of Americans support Mueller’s appointment, express concern over possible intelligence-sharing with Russia
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Honoring Prof. Emeritus Michael Agar
May 24, 2017The College and the Department of Anthropology mourn the loss of a cherished colleague, teacher, mentor and friend.
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