https://www.udc.edu/news/index en-us The latest news from the University of the District of Columbia. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 16:15:50 EDT Cascade CMS https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/09/udc-capital-cup-connects-young-innovators-from-30-countries-through-entrepreneurship UDC student entrepreneurs from 30 countries showcased innovative solutions to global challenges, gaining real-world business and leadership experience. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 00:00:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/09/udc-capital-cup-connects-young-innovators-from-30-countries-through-entrepreneurship Lisa Clayton Robinson School of Business and Public Administration (SBPA) Academics https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/09/nearly-1-million-dollar-investment-elevates-engineering-research-and-training-at-udc UDC receives nearly $1 million for advanced civil engineering research equipment, expanding student opportunities and infrastructure resilience research. Fri, 4 Sep 2026 17:00:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/09/nearly-1-million-dollar-investment-elevates-engineering-research-and-training-at-udc Priscilla Lalisse-Jespersen Academics School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) Research https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/09/master-of-social-work-program-launched-at-udc-to-address-district-workforce-needs UDC launches a new Master of Social Work program, preparing future social workers and behavioral health professionals to serve communities across DC. Wed, 2 Sep 2026 17:25:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/09/master-of-social-work-program-launched-at-udc-to-address-district-workforce-needs Rachel Perrone College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Academics Partnerships and Workforce https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/09/udc-opens-new-nursing-simulation-center-to-prepare-the-next-generation-of-health-care-professionals UDC opens a new nursing simulation center, providing hands-on clinical training that prepares future nurses to serve patients across DC and the region. Wed, 2 Sep 2026 00:00:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/09/udc-opens-new-nursing-simulation-center-to-prepare-the-next-generation-of-health-care-professionals Lisa Clayton Robinson Academics Community College https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/lewis-johnson-joins-udc-as-chief-research-officer UDC appoints Lewis Johnson as chief research officer, advancing research growth, faculty support, student innovation, and progress toward R2 status. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:00:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/lewis-johnson-joins-udc-as-chief-research-officer Rachel Perrone University Leadership Academics People Research https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/trilogy-returns-putting-udc-student-journalists-in-the-newsroom UDC journalism students gain hands-on newsroom experience through Trilogy, the university’s student publication, developing digital media and storytelling skills. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:50:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/trilogy-returns-putting-udc-student-journalists-in-the-newsroom Lisa Clayton Robinson Arts and Culture Academics Campus Life and Community College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/student-kvonte-petty-presents-summer-research-at-us-army-stem-symposium UDC student K’Vonte Petty presented AI and autonomous vehicle research at the U.S. Army HBCU-MI SPARK Symposium, showcasing STEM innovation and student success. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:30:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/student-kvonte-petty-presents-summer-research-at-us-army-stem-symposium Lisa Clayton Robinson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) Partnerships and Workforce People https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/udc-at-175-a-conversation-with-chief-operating-officer-david-franklin As UDC marks 175 years, COO David Franklin discusses investments in technology, infrastructure, student services and long-term institutional growth. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:30:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/udc-at-175-a-conversation-with-chief-operating-officer-david-franklin Priscilla Lalisse-Jespersen People UDC175 University Leadership https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/beyond-the-purchase-how-strategic-procurement-can-strengthen-udc-and-the-district UDC’s Stephanie Johnson shares how strategic procurement, supplier partnerships and operational excellence support student success and economic growth. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/beyond-the-purchase-how-strategic-procurement-can-strengthen-udc-and-the-district Priscilla Lalisse-Jespersen People University Leadership Campus Life and Community Partnerships and Workforce https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/firebird-mariposa-wellness-garden-creates-space-for-reflection-learning-and-community-at-udc UDC advances accessibility, urban agriculture, environmental education and student well-being through a new community-focused outdoor initiative. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:25:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/firebird-mariposa-wellness-garden-creates-space-for-reflection-learning-and-community-at-udc Lisa Clayton Robinson Campus Life and Community College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability, and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) Community College Academics https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/head-of-udc-school-of-education-selected-for-national-fellowship-for-educator-preparation-leaders UDC’s Anika Spratley Burtin joins the Deans for Impact Academy, strengthening educator preparation, leadership and teacher development nationwide. Mon, 3 Aug 2026 16:00:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/head-of-udc-school-of-education-selected-for-national-fellowship-for-educator-preparation-leaders Rachel Perrone Academics People School of Education and Learning Sciences (SELS) University Leadership https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/president-maurice-d-edington-marks-three-years-of-leadership-at-udc President Maurice D. Edington reflects on three years of progress at UDC, highlighting enrollment growth, student success, strategic investments and future momentum. Mon, 3 Aug 2026 13:35:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/08/president-maurice-d-edington-marks-three-years-of-leadership-at-udc People University Leadership https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/enduring-legacy-of-miner-teachers-college-educator-jane-ellen-mcallister-lives-on-in-smithsonian-screening A Smithsonian screening highlights educator Jane Ellen McAllister’s legacy at Miner Teachers College, celebrating her impact on teacher education and opportunity. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:45:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/enduring-legacy-of-miner-teachers-college-educator-jane-ellen-mcallister-lives-on-in-smithsonian-screening Lisa Clayton Robinson Academics UDC175 Arts and Culture https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/alumnus-marc-battle-appointed-to-udc-board-of-trustees UDC alumnus Marc Battle joins the UDC Board, bringing extensive leadership, legal and governance experience from Taft, Stettinius & Hollister and DC Water. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:20:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/alumnus-marc-battle-appointed-to-udc-board-of-trustees Rachel Perrone People Alumni University Leadership https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/udc-extends-fall-2026-undergraduate-application-deadline-through-aug-7 UDC extends its Fall 2026 undergraduate application deadline to Aug. 7, giving students more time to apply and begin their college journey in Washington, DC. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:35:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/udc-extends-fall-2026-undergraduate-application-deadline-through-aug-7 Academics University Leadership https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/udc-at-175-a-conversation-with-vice-president-of-human-resources-shawn-celio As UDC marks 175 years, HR Vice President Shawn Celio reflects on workforce development, employee excellence and the university’s future. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:55:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/udc-at-175-a-conversation-with-vice-president-of-human-resources-shawn-celio Priscilla Lalisse-Jespersen People UDC175 Campus Life and Community https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/dc-council-honors-udcs-bessie-stockard-with-ceremonial-resolution DC Council honors UDC’s Bessie Stockard for a trailblazing career in athletics, education and mentorship that inspired generations of students. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:25:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/dc-council-honors-udcs-bessie-stockard-with-ceremonial-resolution Lisa Clayton Robinson Arts and Culture People Athletics https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/udc-appoints-nakia-pugh-as-university-registrar UDC appoints Nakia Pugh as university registrar, recognizing her leadership in academic records, compliance, student services and institutional excellence. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:05:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/udc-appoints-nakia-pugh-as-university-registrar Academics People University Leadership https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/beyond-the-classroom-with-elizabeth-gearin UDC’s summer faculty series features urban sustainability professor Elizabeth Gearin, highlighting research, community engagement and student success. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:50:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/beyond-the-classroom-with-elizabeth-gearin Priscilla Lalisse-Jespersen People Academics College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability, and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) Research https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/what-do-carrots-have-to-do-with-quantum-computing UDC researcher Pawan Tyagi explores carrot-derived molecules and molecular spintronics, advancing quantum computing, nanotechnology and student research. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:00:00 EDT https://www.udc.edu/news/2026/07/what-do-carrots-have-to-do-with-quantum-computing Rachel Perrone School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) People Research Academics