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Bernita Boxill '11, '13 with her family at the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Pitch Perfect: FIFA World Cup 2026 Head of Project Manager & Reporting, MBA Alumna Bernita Boxill’s ‘11, ‘13 Career Path Leads Her Back to Soccer July 24, 2026 Learn how FIFA World Cup 2026™ Head of Project Management & Reporting, MBA alumna Bernita Boxill's '11, '13 education, career experiences, and willingness to embrace new challenges helped her shape a global sporting event that captivated millions around the world.

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Pitch Perfect: FIFA World Cup 2026 Head of Project Manager & Reporting, MBA Alumna Bernita Boxill’s ‘11, ‘13 Career Path Leads Her Back to Soccer

July 24, 2026

Learn how FIFA World Cup 2026™ Head of Project Management & Reporting, MBA alumna Bernita Boxill's '11, '13 education, career experiences, and willingness to embrace new challenges helped her shape a global sporting event that captivated millions around the world.

Dan Fernandez ‘11 Develops AI Firefighter Tool to Solve Training Gap | UMGC Alumni Association

July 02, 2026

Learn how Virginia Beach Fire Department Captain Daniel Fernandez '11 is using AI to streamline scheduling, training, and administrative tasks, helping firefighters spend less time on paperwork and more time focused on serving their communities.

Erin Barnes accepting her degree with her mother Erica Barnes by her side

Erica ‘99 and Erin ‘26 Barnes Leaning into Their UMGC Education with a Side of Wisdom

June 01, 2026

Mothers and daughters often have a lot in common, from the color of their eyes or their smile to their sense of humor or special talents. For Erica Barnes ‘99 and her daughter Erin Barnes ’26, they also share another connection: their path to higher education.

Two photos of UMGC community members in bucket hats at a park clean up in Texas

UMGC Global Give 2026: Building Community Through Service and Impact

May 29, 2026

In recognition of National Volunteer Month, University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) invites its global community—alumni, students, faculty, and staff—to participate in Global Give 2026, an initiative that brings together volunteers around the world to make a meaningful impact through service and philanthropy.

UMGC community members posing in front of the Greenbelt Park sign as they work to plant flowers around the sign

UMGC Global Give Volunteer Day 2026

May 05, 2026

In honor of April’s National Volunteer Month, University of Maryland Global Campus hosted Global Give 2026 Volunteer Day on April 11, 2026. This year’s community service activity was held at Greenbelt Park in Maryland in partnership with the National Park Service.

Jay Hernandez ’17 Helping Vets Transition to a Civilian Career

May 01, 2026

Learn how Veteran CEO Magazine founder Jay Hernandez ‘17 entrepreneurial's spirit ignited working as an Air Force media specialist into helping veterans transitioning into civilian careers through resources learned from his experience.

Photo of UMGC alumna Jessica Riesett with Maryland Environmental Service Staff Members

Maximum Impact: Jessica Riesett’s ’10 Passion for Environmental Science Leadership

April 01, 2026

Learn how Maryland Environmental Service Deputy Division Chief in Technical & Environmental Services Jessica Riesett '10 is using earth-mapping innovation to drive smarter environmental decisions to better the planet. Read her best practices and career tips for staying inspired.

UMGC Global Give: Volunteer Activity Resources

March 16, 2026

In honor of National Volunteer Month this April, join your UMGC community of alumni and students around the world for the UMGC Global Give.