Microcredential Advisory Committee

The Microcredential Advisory Committee (MAC) is an essential advisory group dedicated to shaping UMBC’s microcredential landscape. Comprised of diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, employers, and other relevant representatives, the MAC plays a pivotal role in guiding the development, implementation, and ongoing support of microcredential programs.

The MAC’s primary charge is to provide strategic guidance on microcredentialing at UMBC. Engaging in critical conversations, the MAC addresses key questions such as: Which microcredentials should UMBC offer? What new microcredentials and pathways can we create? And, importantly, how do UMBC’s microcredentials align with the needs of learners and our community’s values?

The broad charge of the MAC will be to:

  • Shape UMBC’s microcredential landscape;
  • Contribute subject matter knowledge and pedagogical insights;
  • Support microcredentials that align with market needs and reflect valued competencies for earners.

2024-2025 Microcredential Advisory Committee

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Instructional Design Specialist

Division of Information Technology

Engineering 101G

Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Advising

Academic and Pre-Professional Advising

Fine Arts Suite 017

kbaron@umbc.edu

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Assoc. Vice Provost, Ass't Dean Grad School

Graduate School

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jbarr@umbc.edu

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Associate Director, Internships and Employer

Career Center

Math & Psychology 201

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Assistant Vice President of AP & HIE

Student Affairs
Community Leadership

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Assistant Vice Provost

Division of Professional Studies

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Assistant Vice Provost, Marketing

Division of Professional Studies

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jgilless@umbc.edu

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Director, Instructional Technology

Division of Information Technology

Engineering 101B

mariannhawken@umbc.edu

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AVP of Extended Studies

Division of Professional Studies

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ajones9@umbc.edu

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Director, Undergraduate Admissions and Orientati

Admissions and Orientation (Undergraduate)

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gking@umbc.edu

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Assistant Registrar

Registrar's Office

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saobrien@umbc.edu

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Associate Provost For Academic Affairs

Provost
Visual Arts

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Director

Career Center

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routzahn@umbc.edu

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Assistant Director, Internships & Employment

Career Center

Math & Psychology 203

jsawyer2@umbc.edu

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Vice Provost

Division of Professional Studies
Shriver Center

Administration 408

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VP of IT

Division of Information Technology

Engineering 125

jack@umbc.edu

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Director, Digital Strategy

Division of Professional Studies

Public Policy 125

el3@umbc.edu

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Assistant Director

Essential Needs & Connections

The Commons

Dwalker3@umbc.edu

+1 410 455 6552

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University Innovation Alliance Fellow

Sherman Hall (Academic IV Bldg) B wing-348

ronitawa@umbc.edu

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Director, Talent Learning & Org Development

Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management

Administration Bldg 509

jwardell@umbc.edu

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