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Reimagining Teaching and Learning at UMD

The Senior Vice President and Provost steers the university’s
academic enterprise, with a focus on commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; innovation in teaching and learning; and community-driven impact.

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Together, we can advance our shared commitment to move our university Fearlessly Forward and foster a university that is innovative, bold, caring and committed to our vision of service to humanity.

Provost Jennifer King Rice

Jennifer King Rice

Senior Vice President and Provost

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Celebrating Maryland’s highest-ever U.S. News ranking

Once again, we’ve been recognized as a top 20 public university in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. This year, we are especially proud to say that we have achieved our highest overall ranking at No. 44—rising 20 spots since 2020—and our highest ranking in over a decade among public universities at No. 17.

Sep 24, 2024
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Welcoming our New Associate Provost for Academic Affairs

Dr. Lisa Taneyhill has been appointed our new Associate Provost for Academic Affairs. She will begin her new role on July 1, 2025.

Jun 24, 2025
Announcements Shannon R. Gundy

Announcing our New Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management

It is with great pleasure that I announce the appointment of Shannon Gundy as Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, beginning July 1, 2025.

Jun 18, 2025
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Updates on the University's fiscal year 2026 budget

We recognize the challenges and stress that the current budget environment represents for our entire community. Without question, we remain committed to carrying out the pillars of the Fearlessly Forward strategic plan, and we are fully dedicated to teaching, research, scholarship and service for the public good.

Jun 13, 2025
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Announcing our New School of Public Policy Dean

I am delighted to share the news that Gustavo A. Flores-Macías has been named the new Dean of the School of Public Policy. His appointment will begin on September 1, 2025.

Jun 13, 2025
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Announcing our new Dean of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

I am pleased to share the wonderful news that Dr. Wendy Powers has been named our new dean of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. She will begin her new role on July 1, 2025.

May 16, 2025

Our Strategic Commitments

At the University of Maryland we are a school dedicated to the art and science of education; a place where new knowledge is pursued, discovered, and championed; a community that is intrinsically connected to our world; and an institution of change and progress, dedicated to the public good. 

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Terps Against Hunger

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Our Investments to Move Fearlessly Forward

We are making significant investments to create a vibrant, dynamic and diverse community in pursuit of excellence and impact for the public good. 

Our Fearless Impact

Scholars, researchers, innovators and creators converge at the University of Maryland to be a force for good. Together, we lead Fearlessly Forward.