Monthly Archives: November 2016

Dean Hartley joins panel of experts on WBAL’s “11 TV Hill,” roundtable review of race for White House

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Roger Hartley, dean of the College of Public Affairs

On Sunday, Nov. 6, Dean Roger Hartley joined a panel of political experts on WBAL-TV’s “11 TV Hill” to examine the ‘unpredictable’ race for the White House, as we gear up for Election Day tomorrow. The other panelists were Mileah Kromer from Goucher College and Max Hilaire from Morgan State University. This is the second time the panelists have joined host Jason Newton to discuss the 2016 election.

Watch part 1 of the broadcast: http://www.wbaltv.com/article/11-tv-hill-panel-reviews-unpredictable-race-for-white-house/8239250

Watch part 2 of the broadcast: http://www.wbaltv.com/article/11-tv-hill-immigration-early-voting-have-big-impact-on-2016-election/8239240

Learn more about Dean Roger Hartley.

UB students take a trip to City Hall as part of “Legislative Process” course

On October 24, students from the government and public policy course, “The Legislative Process,” had the opportunity to put classroom learning into practice when they participated in a live legislative session at the Office of City Council President Bernard C. “Jack” Young (center). This undergraduate course is taught by Retired Senator Verna Jones-Rodwell (far right).

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Schaefer Center’s Second Annual “Do It Now” Reception, Nov. 1

On Tuesday, Nov. 1, the Schaefer Center for Public Policy held it’s second annual “Do It Now” reception and fundraiser, celebrating the life and legacy of William Donald Schaefer. Dr. Nancy S. Grasmick, former State Superintendent of Maryland Public Schools, was presented with the William Donald Schaefer Award during the evening event, held at Martin’s West. Students, faculty and staff were among the attendees, along with many important community leaders like Senator Catherine Pugh, Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby and City Councilman Carl Stokes (all pictured below). Funds raised from the event will go to benefit the center, named in Schaefer’s honor.

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State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby and our students were all smiles!

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Congratulations to Mary Randolph, winner of the “Do It Now” scavenger hunt that led up to the event; pictured here with fellow students and Dean Roger Hartley, Senator Catherine Pugh and UB President Kurt Schmoke.

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City Councilman Carl Stokes took some time to pose with our students.

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Dean Roger Hartley hamming it up with some of our students who attended the event.

Learn more about the Schaefer Center for Public Policy.

Alan Weisman elected as the Regent for the Maryland Association of Healthcare Executives

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Alan Weisman, lecturer in the School of Health and Human Services, has been elected as the Regent for the Maryland Association of Healthcare Executives (MAHCE). The Regent is the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) leader within a specified geographic jurisdiction elected by the voting members to represent the interests of members in the governance of ACHE and its chapters. In this role, the Regent promotes the vision, mission and values of ACHE. Weisman will begin his three-year tenure in March 2017.

Learn more about Alan Weisman.

Dean Hartley talks election 2016 on WBAL-TV’s “11 TV Hill”

On Sunday, Oct. 30, Dean Roger Hartley joined a panel of guests on WBAL-TV’s “11 TV Hill” hosted by Jason Newton, to examine the presidential and Maryland Senate races. The other panelists were Mileah Kromer from Goucher College and Max Hilaire from Morgan State University.

Watch part 1 of the broadcast: http://www.wbaltv.com/article/11-tv-hill-panel-examines-campaigns-for-president-senate/7664359

Watch part 2 of the broadcast: http://www.wbaltv.com/article/11-tv-hill-voters-react-to-volatile-political-climate/7664362

And be sure to tune into “11 TV Hill” this Sunday, Nov. 6 at 11 a.m. when the panelists will join Jason Newton again for one final look at election 2016 before Election Day next Tuesday.

Learn more about Dean Roger Hartley.