Special Message from Christopher D. Bell, Chair of the UDC Board of Trustees
President Mason came to the University at a time when we needed a visionary leader and a consensus builder. He guided the University to new growth, new opportunities and new optimism. Through his leadership and commitment to excellence, President Mason has elevated the University’s reputation, academics and finances, leaving it in a better place.
President Ronald Mason Jr: A Legacy of Excellence
Many things have changed since President Mason took the helm of the University. His historic leadership has been instrumental to Team UDC. One of his proudest accomplishments is UDC’s #17 ranking in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022-2023 Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), up from #30 the previous year.
Ninth President of the University of the District of Columbia
Ronald Mason Jr. took office in July 2015 as UDC’s ninth president, his third presidential appointment. In July 2022, President Mason announced he would step down when his contract concluded. As his tenure draws to a close, this special issue of UDC Forward pays tribute to the University’s longest-serving president.
President Mason to share experience and expertise in TEDCO Talks
UDC Community College’s Aerospace Technology Program offers unique opportunities for graduates
or some, achieving the American dream begins with completing the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program at UDC Community College (UDC-CC). After two years of classroom instruction and hands-on training, graduates receive their associate degree and earn competitive salaries in the District in a field that is in high demand.
SBPA students experience life-changing trip to United Kingdom in first-ever study abroad course
This summer, the UDC School of Business and Public Administration (UDC-SBPA) offered the first-ever study abroad course in Nottingham and London, United Kingdom. Supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation, the BGMT 395 study abroad course was offered from June 30- to August 13, 2022, as an elective for the Logistics & International Trade (LIT) Analytics concentration. It can be counted as a business management elective for business majors across all SBPA disciplines and concentrations. Students can opt for this course across all schools and colleges at UDC. Engineering and non-business majors enrolled in the LIT analytics concentration can use this course effectively towards fulfilling LIT requirements.
Student Ambassadors ready to guide, direct and inform prospective students
President Ronald Mason Jr. and Chief Officer of Student Development and Success Dr. William Latham presided over the installation of new ambassadors for UDC and UDC Community College.
Sworn in by President Ronald Mason Jr. on August 26, these students will represent UDC programs to internal and external constituents and set the tone for prospective students and their families. In addition, they serve as special event assistants representing the student and broader communities.
Mortuary science program honors one of its beloved professors; students remain among best prepared in the nation
Mortuary science program honors one of its beloved professors; students remain among best prepared in the nation
UDC partners with the FBI for employment opportunities for graduates
On April 26, UDC President Ronald Mason Jr. met with Assistant Director in Charge (ADIC) Steven D’Antuono, head of the Washington Field Office, Special Agent in Charge (SAC) Jeffrey Cannon, head of the Mission Services Division of the Washington Field Office and Special Agent/Private Sector Coordinator Matthew O’Brien, the academia coordinator, who works with colleges and universities.
Spotlight on 2022 graduates
In our previous issue, we showcased some of our outstanding graduates. This week, we proudly celebrate and share our future leaders’ stories about who they are and what their time at UDC has meant to them in their own words.