Happy Wednesday! As we prepare for reading day and finals week, we wanted to share the adjusted hours of the Mosaic for December 11 - 17. 

Thursday, December 11: 10 am - 6 pm 

Friday, December 12: 10 am - 5 pm 

Monday, December 15: 10 am - 6 pm 

Tuesday, December 16: 10 am - 6 pm 

Wednesday, December 17: 10 am - 5 pm 

The Mosaic will close at 5pm on Wednesday, December 17 for Winter Break. We will re-open to our regular hours again on Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10 am. 

We wish you all the best as you begin your finals! 

*Please note that space hours might shift based on staff availability, reservations, and event times. For more information, check out our myUMBC pages for each space below:

• The Mosaic Center for Cultural Diversity 
• The Pride Center for LGBTQIA2+ Diversity 
• The Gathering Space for Spiritual Well-Being

Happy Friday! As we prepare for the upcoming extended weekend, we wanted to share the adjusted hours of the Mosaic for November 24- 28.

Monday, November 24: 10 am - 6 pm 

Tuesday, November 25: 10 am - 6 pm 

Wednesday, November 26: CLOSED

Thursday, November 27: CLOSED

Friday, November 28: CLOSED

The Mosaic will re-open to our regular hours again on Monday, December 1, 2025 at 10 am. 

As a reminder regular Fall hours will end the day before Study Day, Wednesday, 12/10. Final's Week (December 11-17/20) Hours will be posted by December 3. 

*Please note that space hours might shift based on staff availability, reservations, and event times. For more information, check out our myUMBC pages for each space below:

• The Mosaic Center for Cultural Diversity 
• The Pride Center for LGBTQIA2+ Diversity 
• The Gathering Space for Spiritual Well-Being 

UMBC CBEE professor Tyler Josephson was selected as a 2025 Pivot Fellow by the Simons Foundation.  At UMBC, Prof. Josephson leads the AI & Theory-Oriented Molecular Science Lab (ATOMS), which develops computational methods for molecular simulation and automated discovery of scientific theories. 

Techniques used in the ATOMS Lab include quantum chemistry, Monte Carlo, symbolic regression, and formal theorem proving using Lean. His research is currently supported by the NSF and the DoD, including an NSF CAREER Award for "Automated Reasoning to Advance Chemical Theory" and an Army HBCU/MSI Early Career Award for "Simulation methods for reactive adsorption of emerging water pollutants."

The Simons Foundation Pivot Fellowship is open to faculty in the natural sciences, mathematics, engineering, data science, and computer science at academic institutions or equivalent positions elsewhere. Fellows receive salary support, as well as funding for research, travel, and professional development. At the end of their fellowship year, they are invited to apply for a research award of up to $1.5 million over three years. Read more about the 2025 Pivot Fellows.

Happy Friday and welcome to the Provost's Perspective. 

With cold temperatures hitting Baltimore in recent days I was interested in an article this week in the Baltimore Banner that featured insights from Dr. Jeff Halverson (Department of Geography and Environmental Systems) about the impending winter season in Maryland. Mention of a La Nina weather pattern and an ongoing "snow drought" brought to mind the poem, "Dust of Snow," by Robert Frost. I find this short verse (a mere 34 words) about a bird, a tree, and a change of heart to be a wonderful reminder to find joy in the simple 'dust of snow' that may come upon you in unexpected ways.   

I encourage you to find your own dust of snow this week that changes your outlook for the better or brings a smile to your face. It is sometimes the small things in life that make a big difference. 

Without further ado …

Apply by November 17

Become a Faculty Affiliate of the Public Health Research Center UMBC/CAHSS

The new Public Health Research Center (PHRC) of CAHSS invites UMBC faculty from ALL UMBC departments to apply for Faculty Affiliate status – a three-year renewable term for scholars whose research aligns with the PHRC's interdisciplinary mission advancing public health through collaboration. PHRC Faculty Affiliates gain:

• Involvement in a vibrant community of health scholars 

• Recognition on PHRC's website, annual report, and communications

• Priority access to PHRC grant services (grant reviews, Gen AI assistance, etc.)

• Curated, timely funding updates & research networking opportunities

See the website for full information. Apply by Nov. 17, 2025.

Questions: John G. Schumacher, Ph.D., PHRC Director-email: PHRC@umbc.edu

Last Call for Faculty Proposals: IDEA Initiative & CAP Fellowship

I recently announced the IDEA Initiative & CAP Fellowship as part of my goal to foster innovative and interdisciplinary curricular efforts and provide faculty with the resources to create and innovate. Applications for the programs close November 20. 

Learn more and apply today!

CGE International Education Week

Today is our T. Rowe Price event at 1:30 PM in COMM 331!

This event is from 1:30-2:30PM and we highly recommend getting there early!

Hear from Helany Sinkler, Senior Talent Acquisition Recruiter, about the firm, career opportunities, and what they look for in early talent. Learn how accountants contribute to investment management and explore different career paths in finance and asset management.

FREE food and desserts

We can't wait to see you all there!