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

Statement on International Travel During Spring Break

UMBC’s Center for Global Engagement wishes to remind all international employees and visiting scholars planning international travel during Spring Break to review their travel documents ahead of...

Posted: March 5, 2025, 1:06 PM

Statement on International Travel During Spring Break

UMBC’s Center for Global Engagement wishes to remind all international employees and visiting scholars planning international travel during Spring Break to review their travel documents ahead of...

Posted: March 5, 2025, 1:06 PM

Statement on International Travel During Spring Break

UMBC’s Center for Global Engagement wishes to remind all international students planning international travel during Spring Break to review the travel reminders that apply to their specific...

Posted: March 5, 2025, 1:00 PM

Celebrating Jack Suess

Dear UMBC Community,    With deep gratitude for his extraordinary career of service to UMBC, I write to share with you the news that Jack Suess ’80, M.S. ’95, will be retiring from his role as...

Posted: February 26, 2025, 11:15 AM

Celebrating Jack Suess

Dear UMBC Community,    With deep gratitude for his extraordinary career of service to UMBC, I write to share with you the news that Jack Suess ’80, M.S. ’95, will be retiring from his role as...

Posted: February 26, 2025, 10:15 AM