UMBC’s Division of University Communications and Marketing

Mission

Through strategic, innovative, inclusive, and creative communications and marketing, UCM serves as the central strategic voice of UMBC. Our work elevates UMBC’s brand and reputation, drives enrollment, engages alumni and donors, and positions UMBC as a driver of economic growth in our region and beyond. We ensure our public mission remains visible, valued, and supported.

Our teams use creative strategies, storytelling, and campaigns to help achieve the university’s strategic goals. Contact us to learn how we can help you get the visibility and results you want.

Vision

UCM will be seen as the central trusted resource that sets the UMBC standard for innovative and strategic marketing and communications practice. Through our bold and collaborative work, by 2030, UMBC will be a nationally recognized, distinct leader in public higher education excellence and community impact.

Commitments

  • We build and promote a strong brand
  • We are a digital-first team
  • We enhance reputation and visibility across all audiences and stakeholders
  • We amplify university strategic goals
  • We drive innovation in marketing and communications
  • We impact enrollment

Recently Published


From UMBC News and Magazine

Lia Purpura, English, in The New Yorker, Orion Magazine

English Writer in Residence Lia Purpura is featured in the November 24 edition of The New Yorker. The magazine published her poem “Study with Melon.” You can read the poem in The New Yorker by...

Posted: November 24, 2014, 6:55 PM

UMBC: How Sweet It Is!

How Sweet It Is! The UMBC men�s soccer squad vanquishes No. 4 College Park in NCAA Tournament UMBC fans who made the trek down to College Park saw history on Sunday night when the Retrievers...

Posted: November 23, 2014, 5:00 AM

Round Up: UMBC in the News, 11/21

One of the things that makes UMBC great is how wonderful our alumni, students, faculty, and staff are. Because of these amazing people, UMBC often finds itself “in the news,” so each week, we’ll...

Posted: November 21, 2014, 8:14 PM

UMBC: Grit & Glory

Grit & Glory Retrievers win first-round NCAA tournament game against Wake Forest to take on hometown rival College Park. The UMBC men�s soccer team emerged victorious from Thursday�s match...

Posted: November 21, 2014, 5:00 AM

A Message from Liberty Mutual Insurance

You can help the next generation of Retrievers receive a UMBC education. Support your future alumni! Simply get a free quote on Liberty Mutual Auto, Home, or Renters Insurance between September...

Posted: November 20, 2014, 9:31 PM

Robert Provine, Psychology, in Time

On November 19, an article published in Time examined laughter and if it really has any health benefits. Psychology Research Professor/Professor Emeritus Robert Provine was interviewed for the...

Posted: November 20, 2014, 8:01 PM