As the University of Maryland School of Medicine community begins to return to campus for the fall semester, we still face many unknowns regarding the pandemic. The Delta variant threatens to reverse the progress we have made as a country,…
Tag: What’s the Buzz
What's the Buzz? Summer 2021
We are finally back on campus! When I think about where we were in this pandemic last summer, I am filled with encouragement and gratitude for where this journey has brought us. COVID-19 has certainly stretched us in many different…
What's the Buzz? April 2021
The past year has asked a lot from us. We have had to trade in our quality time with family and friends for time at home, alone. We answered the call to wear masks and avoid large gatherings, while trying…
What's the Buzz? January 2021
What’s on my mind…is the power of endurance and the strength in unity. Returning to school and to work after the winter break, and after celebrating the new year, usually generates a fresh and exciting new beginning. While I hope…
What's the Buzz? December 2019
This time of year provides an excellent opportunity for us to pause and reflect, practice self-awareness, and consider how our past activities may affect our future plans and goals. Our achievements do not come without challenge or courage, both of…
What's the Buzz? November 2019
It is hard to believe the holiday season is already upon us. Another year has flown by, and we have once again experienced exponential growth as a premier academic medical institution. I was extremely proud to highlight our many successes…
What's the Buzz? October 2019
"At the end of September, I hosted a very special celebration to which I invited all of the School of Medicine’s family, students, and friends. We recently completed the installation of brand-new displays in the lobby of the Bressler Research…
What's the Buzz? September 2019
I always look forward to greeting and getting to know our new students, faculty, and staff during this time of year. Autumn brings fresh goals, fresh perspectives, and fresh motivation, yet we remain committed to productive, ongoing efforts like the…
What's the Buzz? August 2019
"The academic community maintains several expectations of both current and future medical students. They should: Possess strong critical thinking and analytical skills; Employ those skills in team settings and collaborate very well; Understand how to use data and distinguish accurate…
What's the Buzz? June 2019
During this academic year, we have continued our tremendous, record-setting path of growth and success in each of our core mission areas (research, education, clinical care, and community impact). The UMSOM’s strong trajectory of growing our total research and clinical…