Grad Spotlight winners for January 2026

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:43:19 -0500

Presenting our Grad Spotlight winners for January 2026:

• Tartela Tabassum — PhD, Information Systems

• Chiedozie Nnanna Julius Iloafor — M.S. Cybersecurity

Each winner will receive $50 in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments.

These remarkable graduate students stood out through their dedication, resilience, and true GradVibes spirit. From advancing research in Information Systems to building expertise in Cybersecurity, they continue to strengthen UMBC’s graduate community through excellence, perseverance, and impact.

Watch their spotlight videos on our profile — and if you want to be featured next month, submit your nomination through our MyUMBC form!