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<Title>Green is the New Black &amp; Gold</Title>
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<Summary>Here’s a recap of what’s in the news in and around the UMBC campus, originally brought to you by UMBC News. Today's topics include:        Technology with an Impact  Building Trees and...</Summary>
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<Title>Extending Beyond with Cybersecurity</Title>
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    <div class="html-content">We spoke with Dr. Rick Forno, program director for UMBC’s Cybersecurity graduate programs and he shared his insights on the cybersecurity industry. The big takeaway from this interview is that the field is wide open and full of opportunity.<br><br>"We are the epicenter of cybersecurity. We have government agencies surrounding us like the National Security Agency, DISA, Cyber Command Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, and the National Institute of Standard Technology."<br><br>-- Former Gov. Martin O'Malley<br><br><br><br></div>
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<Title>The Science of Data</Title>
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<Title>Alumni Spotlight with Linda Moise</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><div>We interviewed UMBC alum, Linda Moise, to talk about his UMBC graduate 
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    <h3><strong>Why did you want to pursue your master’s degree at UMBC? </strong></h3>
    
    
    
    <p>I am a first-generation graduate and wanted to continue being a role model by setting a great example for my nieces, nephews, and others to be inspired by my journey. My interest in UMBC was the traditional in-class model they provide and the diversity of the school. Also, Dr. Hrabowski's TED talk inspired me to apply to the university. </p>
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