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Morgan, Mary Pat

Morgan, Mary Pat

Coordinator of Undergraduate Student Programs and Advising
Aerospace Engineering

Fischell Institute Black History Month Spotlight: Michael Straker

Straker attended the University of Maryland because of its commitment to medical device research through initiatives like the Fischell Institute for Biomedical Devices, and for its relationship with research institutions like the National Institutes of Health.

UMD Hosts Roundtable on Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Event brings together CEE heads from around the United States.

Empowering the next generation towards a clean hydrogen economy

International partnership on hydrogen and fuel cells hosted by MEI2

Powering a Greener Future

Engineering Sustainability Day showcases entrepreneurial talent

UMD Tapped to Lead Tier 1 University Transportation Center

Researchers awarded $10M to study use of autonomous vehicles, access and equity, and climate impacts.

2023 Energy Seed Grants Provide Launchpad for Local Startups

Six new energy seed grants awarded to diverse projects state-wide

ArtIAMAS receives third-year funding of up to $15.1M

The ArtIAMAS cooperative agreement with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory conducts research focused on safe, effective, and resilient capabilities and technologies that work intelligently and cooperatively with each other and humans.

National Science Foundation Awards Nearly $600K Grant to UMD/Morgan State University Partnership

First-of-its-kind funding will support behavioral fire research at an HBCU and aid in the improvement of home fire safety.

New Research Showcased at TRB

Transportation safety, impact of telecommuting among topics covered by UMD experts.

UMD Leads New $25M NSF Quantum Leap Challenge Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation

New institute will significantly add to the vibrant quantum research ecosystem established in the mid-Atlantic region.

UMD Invests Over $10M in Research Equipment to Drive Discovery, Innovation

The University of Maryland (UMD) is making a major investment to obtain the most technologically advanced equipment on the College Park campus for application across a broad range of research areas, from neuroimaging to next-generation quantum materials.

Chaudhary and Team STEPS Take Second Place in Do Good Challenge

STEPS is a nonprofit connecting volunteers with K-12 families seeking affordable tutoring, college advising.

Fueling the Next Generation of Big Thinkers

Through the Engineering Diversity Initiative, Northrop Grumman supports the Center for Minorities in Science and Engineering's mission to tip the scales for underrepresented students.

Rejoining the Paris Accord: Scholars Respond

UMD's Deb Niemeier and other prominent researchers assess the new administration's course change on climate.

One Size Does Not Fit All

To advance inclusive medical therapies and diversity in fundamental science, one Maryland engineer leads by example.

2020 Energy Seed Grants Awarded

Diverse energy projects selected from across the University System

Universities, National Labs and Corporations Create New Alliance to Accelerate Maryland's Leadership in Quantum Science

The Maryland Quantum Alliance launched today with an event in the House of Delegates Office Building.

Consensus for First-of-its-Kind Pre-College Engineering Course

Representatives from more than 100 high schools, colleges, and universities convened at the E4USA Engineering Curriculum Workshop.

UMD, Morgan State Partner to Improve County Evacuation Plans

Researchers are developing a tool to help officials better meet the needs of vulnerable populations.

UMD to Lead Milestone NSF High School Engineering Pilot Course

Intended as Precursor to Widely-Accepted Transferable College-Level Credit 

Symbiont Health, Co-founded by ECE Major Erich Meissner Wins Pitch Dingman Competition & Do Good Challenge

Erich Meissner and his teammates win UMD's Pitch Dingman Competition and Do Good Challenge for their start-up, Symbiont Health.

State, university officials celebrate launch of newly formed, cross-discipline transportation institute

The Maryland Transportation Institute will coordiate more than $20 million in annual research expenditures.

UMD Awarded $1.4 Million to Design New Treatment for PCBs, Heavy Metals in Stormwater

The three-year project aims to improve water quality in critical waterways like the Chesapeake Bay and Puget Sound.

Students Get Ready for Advanced Degrees at GEM GRAD Lab

The event drew students from across the Maryland–DC–Virginia area to learn about and prepare for grad school.

Muro, IBBR Faculty Awarded Maryland Innovation Initiative Grants

UMD's Institute for Bioscience & Biotechnology Research awarded two $115,000 grants.

The Value of International Collaboration: FPE Continues to Put People First

The Department provided a training course to Bangladesh engineers in an effort to extinguish factory fires that have become all too common.

President Obama names Michael Rotkowitz a recipient of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers

The PECASE is the highest federal government honor for science and engineering professionals in the early stages of their careers.

Design Templates for Education Made Easy by UMD Startup

CredentialED, launched by Prof. Leigh Abts, offers MyDesign app for students.

BGE's Calvin Butler to Deliver Spring Commencement Remarks

CEO of Baltimore Gas and Electric Company to speak on May 22.

UMD Transportation Engineers Evaluate Costs of Traffic Jams, Congestion

NTC@Maryland addresses impact of congestion on economy, freight transport.

Tavis Smiley and UMD Announce Seven Finalists for $75K Social Innovation Challenge

Finalists selected among 56 entries representing 23 states nationwide and District of Columbia.

UMD Leads New National Center for Strategic Transportation Policies, Investments, and Decisions

Civil Engineering Professor Lei Zhang will serve as director of the new center.

Maryland Innovation Initiative Grant Awarded to Clark School Researchers

Project will advance technology for the real-time detection of bridge scou, a leading cause of failure for bridges in the U.S.

MIPS Program Awards $4.7 Million to Maryland University Researchers

Participating faculty help Maryland companies develop technology products.

Hoyer Honors UM Solar Decathlon Team

Praise for team entered into the Congressional Record.

FAA Approves NEXTOR II Research Contract

Aviation operations collaboration is worth up to $60 million over length of contract.

Booz Allen Colloquium Series Announced

Leading researchers will discuss cyber-physical systems, NOAA satellites, and dragonfly flight.

Materials Scientists, Conservators Join Forces

Team develops nanometers-thick, protective coatings for silver art, artifacts.

UM $75K Biz Plan Competition Winners Announced

Speech software from Clark School's Espy-Wilson wins top prize, Citrin Award.

Tapp Featured on Engineer Girl Site

NAE website answers questions, advises, profiles women in engineering.