UDC to sponsor and host 2023 National Cherry Blossom Festival and Parade
The University of the District of Columbia is a proud sponsor of the 2023 National Cherry Blossom Festival. The University is continuing a partnership with the Festival that began in 2011 during the University’s 160th anniversary celebration in conjunction with the Festival’s centennial celebration UDC to sponsor and host 2023 National Cherry Blossom Festival and Parade
REAL Deal Summer Bridge Program eases transition from high school to college, increases post-secondary success for first-year students
UDC’s REAL (Reaching Excellence in Academics and Leadership) Deal Summer Bridge Program provides first-time college students with a six-week summer program, giving them enrichment support, mentors, field trips and classroom instruction. Seventeen 2022 high-school graduates admitted to UDC completed the program held on campus for the first time in two years. REAL Deal Summer Bridge Program eases transition from high school to college, increases post-secondary success for first-year students
UDC Board of Trustees member and alumnus continues to impact students
A retired principal and teacher, UDC Trustee Jerome Shelton has committed to ensuring that students can dream that anything is possible. After more than 38 years in education, one of the greatest rewards of his labor came when one of his former students assisted Shelton’s terminally ill father through his final days. UDC Board of Trustees member and alumnus continues to impact students
Bridging hip-hop and classical training: alumnus shares his violin skills with the world
Marvill Martin has found his stride as a much sought-after hip-hop violinist who has captured the hearts of thousands on social media. He is also a songwriter and composer, sharing his talent in live performances and recordings. Bridging hip-hop and classical training: alumnus shares his violin skills with the world
Alumnus and professor receives the 2022 ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award
Albert Pearsall III, an assistant professor of business at the UDC Community College (UDC-CC), was named a regional recipient of the 2022 ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). ACBSP is the only specialized body for business schools that presents an award recognizing excellence in teaching. Alumnus and professor receives the 2022 ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award
Rocket League, VALORANT, Overwatch and League of Legends – get ready for Esports
UDC is currently recruiting students who are confident team players, have gaming experience, mental agility and creativity, and work well under pressure for the University’s first Esports (electronic sports) program. Launching this fall, it will be directed by Joel Phillip, associate director of Athletics for Internal Operations. Rocket League, VALORANT, Overwatch and League of Legends – get ready for Esports
Summer internships bridge the gap between the classroom and workforce
Beyond classroom instruction, students put their knowledge to the test through a broad array of internship opportunities offered by the University that help them gain experience, sharpen networking skills, and solidify their career plans. Summer internships bridge the gap between the classroom and workforce
UDC offers Political Science students an up-close view of politics, policy and public service
President Edington Remarks, Founders’ Day
