A Night to Remember

Posted on by Don Willett in Extras

The University of Baltimore’s 2025 Centennial culminated with a Grand Celebration that took place on Nov. 13, 2025 at M&T Bank Exchange in downtown Baltimore. Around 400 alumni, students, professors, families and friends of the institution came together for the birthday bash of the century!

Overhead shot of guests
UBalt’s past, present and future listen to inspiring remarks by notable guests.

Barbara Aughenbaugh; Sally Reed-Aro, MBA ’03; Cindy Schuster, B.S. ’87, M.S. ’89; David Bobart; Jared Schuster, B.S. ’23
Together, these smiling faces have logged over 100 years as UBalt staff! l-r: Barbara Aughenbaugh; Sally Reed-Aro, MBA ’03; Cindy Schuster, B.S. ’87, M.S. ’89; David Bobart; Jared Schuster, B.S. ’23.
Danielle Giles
Balloons drop onto the lap of Danielle Giles, director of Marketing and Communications at the Merrick School of Business, at the closing of the Grand Celebration.
Weaving strips into the wall
Guests were able to weave themselves into UBalt’s history through a special centennial tapestry, one of several interactive exhibits offered throughout the evening.
Darlene Brannigan Smith, Ph.D., B.S. ’78, MBA ’80, and Rick Smith
Darlene Brannigan Smith, Ph.D., B.S. ’78, MBA ’80, and Rick Smith celebrate this milestone.
The Hot Club of Baltimore
The Hot Club of Baltimore brings a little brass and a lot of sass to UBalt’s special evening!
Toni M. Draper, CERT ’80, MBA ’81, and Andre Draper
Toni M. Draper, CERT ’80, MBA ’81, and Andre Draper smile for the camera.
Richard Snellinger, B.S. ’78, Cathy Snellinger and Michael Curry, B.S. ’77,
UBalt welcomed long-time friends like Richard Snellinger, B.S. ’78, Cathy Snellinger and Michael Curry, B.S. ’77, to the party.
The M&T Bank Exchange Interior
The M&T Bank Exchange in downtown Baltimore was the perfect venue for a perfect evening!
Bob Schaefer, B.S. ’55, and family
The impact Bob Schaefer, B.S. ’55, has made on UBalt through his years of unwavering advocacy and support is immeasurable. We were honored to welcome him and his family to the Grand Celebration. l-r: Karen Schaefer, Elaine Schafer, Bob Schaefer, B.S. ’55, Linda Cameron, Dennis Cameron.
Ivana Tchouala Tiayack, Rebekah M. Opher, B.A. ’25, and Memory Jakata
Ivana Tchouala Tiayack, Rebekah M. Opher, B.A. ’25, and Memory Jakata walked the blue carpet for this special shot.
John Bartkowiak, J.D. ’73; Joan Worthington, B.S. ’84, MBA ’91, chair of The University of Baltimore Foundation; Jim Nolan, J.D. ’74; and Ralph Mueller, provost
John Bartkowiak, J.D. ’73; Joan Worthington, B.S. ’84, MBA ’91, chair of The University of Baltimore Foundation; Jim Nolan, J.D. ’74; and Ralph Mueller, provost, are no doubt discussing what a great party it is!
Surprise Balloon Drop
A surprise ending to a spectacular evening is just a pull-cord away.
Ty Hobson-Powell, B.A. ’11 with UBALT President Kurt Schmoke
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball III, M.A. ’99, presents University President Kurt Schmoke with a special proclamation in recognition of UBalt’s 100th anniversary.
Ty Hobson-Powell, B.A. ’11, with guest Virginia Hill and Debra L. Roberts
In earning his bachelor’s degree at just 15, Ty Hobson-Powell, B.A. ’11, holds the unique distinction of being the youngest person to graduate from UBalt. He enjoys the festivities with guest Virginia Hill and Debra L. Roberts, a University of Baltimore Foundation board member and chair of its investment committee.