Shaping the Future: 2026 Provost Strategic Initiatives
As the landscape of higher education continues to evolve, Provost Manfred van Dulmen and the provost leadership team are developing Strategic Initiatives based on UMBC’s core pillars to serve as a roadmap to elevate the university’s impact, foster radical innovation, and ensure every member of the community has the tools to thrive.
Explore the strategic initiatives underway in support of our five core pillars to see how we are redefining what it means to be a premier access public research university that serves Baltimore, the state of Maryland, and the world.
Grow Student
Opportunities and Success
We are dedicated to holistic student growth, from reimagining recruitment to ensuring every graduate is career-ready and community-minded.
Transform Teaching
and Learning
By fostering curricular innovation and re-envisioning general education, we are creating a classroom experience that is as dynamic as the world around us.
Strengthen Maryland
and Its Communities
Our mission extends beyond campus borders. We are deepening K-12 partnerships and global education ties to uplift the state we call home.
Cultivate
Organizational Vitality
Building a sustainable future requires modern infrastructure and refined budget models that empower our faculty and staff to do their best work.
Redefine Excellence in Research
and Creative Achievement
We are pushing the boundaries of discovery, supporting high-impact research that addresses the most pressing challenges of our time.
For comments or questions, please email provost@umbc.edu