Commencement By The Numbers 🎓📊 Morgan State University is attracting, retaining, and graduating more students than at any other point in its 158-year history. The milestone reflects sustained enrollment growth and student retention, expansion of Morgan’s academic enterprise, a strengthened graduate education pipeline and the University’s continued rise as one of the nation’s leading public impact research institutions. ✅ Dig Deeper Here: pulse.ly/hpdmqyywny,

Morgan State University Assistant Professor Marilyn Berchie-Gialamas, DNP, CRNP, NP-C, was recently named the “2026 Health Care Hero–Nurse Practitioner of the Year” by The Daily Record, earning statewide recognition for her leadership in maternal and child health, nursing education and health equity advocacy. A faculty member in Morgan’s Department of Nursing within the School of Community Health and Policy, Dr. Berchie-Gialamas has more than 17 years of nursing and maternal health experience. 🩺 Learn More: pulse.ly/kzn40n7yda

Traveling through Baltimore this summer? Make a stop at the James E. Lewis Museum of Art (JELMA). Located inside the Murphy Fine Arts Center at Morgan State University, JELMA is named in honor of James E. Lewis, former chair of the University’s Art Department and a pioneering artist and educator. Through dynamic exhibitions, publications and public programs, the museum enriches the academic experience for students while expanding the community’s access to art, culture and creative expression. 🎨 Hours of Operation: Tuesdays - Fridays, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm pulse.ly/bnk26tln8k

Members of the Morgan State Volleyball team captured the championship at the 3rd Annual Ditsala International Volleyball Cup in Gaborone, Botswana. 🇧🇼 During their visit, the Bears immersed themselves in a new culture, participated in youth volleyball clinics, and proudly represented Morgan State University on the international stage, showcasing the excellence and impact of the Morgan community around the world. 🐻 Learn more about their travels: morganstatebears.com/sports/… #GoBears #LeadingTheWorld

Dr. Timothy C. Summers, Vice President for Information Technology & Chief Information Officer, is advancing a vision for a more data-literate Morgan State University, powered by the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. Discover how his leadership is shaping the future of teaching, learning and innovation at Morgan, and learn what's ahead in this feature from EdTech Magazine. pulse.ly/doqcuu9cjp

Thank you to Ms Kadija Hart from @MorganStateU for leading BUILD staff & co-chairs in a tour of the Lillie Carroll Jackson Civil Rights Museum. Powerful stories & reflections about the history of struggle here in Baltimore, reminding us of the shoulders we all stand on.

Six candidates received honors from President Wilson during the Undergraduate Exercises through the President’s Second Mile Award and the President’s Award for Exceptional Creative Achievement. Explore more of Spring Commencement, including the achievements of this year’s honorees and the stories of graduates poised to make an impact in their communities and beyond. 💻 pulse.ly/kl6u12ijei

A group of first-year architecture students from Penn State University teamed up with architecture graduate students at Morgan State University to design a public art installation that was showcased at Artscape. Learn more about this creative collaboration and the impact of their work. 🏗️ Read: pulse.ly/0cutsf9ujs

It’s official! The Morgan State University Choir has been nominated for HBCU Choir of the Year at the Stellar Awards! 🎉 This inaugural category recognizes the excellence, artistry and impact of HBCU choirs across the nation, celebrating their creativity, musical excellence and enduring contributions to the cultural landscape. #TheMorganWay #StellarAwards #MorganStateChoir

Morgan State University has received a $235,000 grant from the Getty Foundation to preserve, digitize, and expand access to archival materials documenting the University's Department of Fine Arts and its first two African American presidents. The award, part of the Foundation’s Black Visual Arts Archives initiative, will help preserve and share Morgan’s rich artistic and historical legacy for future generations. 💻 Learn More: pulse.ly/l33cjlqv2q

Against a backdrop of near-perfect weather, Morgan State University’s 149th Spring Commencement Exercises marked a celebration of achievement, growth, and possibility on the campus of the National Treasure. As the Spring Class of 2026 crossed the commencement stage, they did so during a historic academic year defined by record-setting accomplishments and institutional progress. Their departure reflects not only the transformative power of a Morgan education but also the promise of a new generation of leaders, innovators, advocates, and changemakers prepared to make a lasting impact on the world. 🎓 Learn More: morgan.edu/news/from-dream-t…

🐻🏈🌟 @MSUBearsFB legend Edward P. Hurt has been named to the 2027 National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame ballot. Hurt led the Bears to 14 CIAA championships in his 29 seasons as head coach. ▶️ shorturl.at/i4nyk @NFFNetwork #GoBears🔷🔶

A team of Morgan State University students is making national headlines after taking home the top prize at the PROPEL Center Future of Tech Innovation Challenge in Austin, Texas. 🚀 Competing against some of the brightest HBCU innovators in the country, Morgan’s winning team, Hax Lab, earned $35,000 for their AI-driven solution designed to address real-world challenges. Hosted by the PROPEL Center, the competition highlights the next generation of technology leaders transforming the future of innovation. 💻 Learn More: pulse.ly/54z7dnzms5

As part of a new initiative designed to strengthen the pipeline of humanities leaders at Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), the Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions (CMSI) has launched its inaugural MSI Humanities Leadership Academy. Among the first cohort of 19 fellows is Morgan State University’s Anita Pandey, Ph.D. 📝 Learn More: pulse.ly/ma2fuwmt5z

Watch Live: mybcsn.net/africa/ @MSUBearsVB vs. Botswana National Team today!

Golf For A Cause ⛳️ Recently, the 36th Annual Morgan State University Golf Tournament was hosted by the University’s Foundation and its Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. 🐻 Held annually, this important fundraising event supported both exceptional student-athletes and the Athletics Department through much-needed financial assistance. Contributions from participants and sponsors played a vital role in making a meaningful difference while enjoying a full day of golf with fellow Bears. #GoBears #GiveToMorgan

Seven Morgan State student-athletes along with head coach Xiomara Ortiz will participate in the 3rd Annual Ditsala International Volleyball Cup June 1-13, which will take place in Gaborone, Botswana. 🐻 Learn more about this global opportunity! 🏐 pulse.ly/q9jpbqxzmc

For twelve remarkable days and more than 9,000 miles from Baltimore, the Morgan State University Choir served as more than a musical ensemble. It became an ambassador of culture, scholarship, history, and global engagement—carrying the University's spirit across South Africa while forging connections that transcended geography, language, and generations. Learn more about a journey that blended artistic excellence with historical discovery: morgan.edu/news/morgan-choir…

This spring, Morgan’s School of Global Journalism and Communication (SGJC) participated in a landmark underwater research and storytelling expedition unlike any in the nation. Read to learn more about a project examining submerged Black history through immersive storytelling and more. 💻 Learn More: pulse.ly/y6dovq4esr

Morgan State University’s School of Architecture and Planning (SA P) has officially earned accreditation from two of the nation’s leading design education organizations. The School’s Bachelor of Science in Interior Design program has received accreditation from the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), while its Master of Architecture program has earned an eight-year re-accreditation from the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). 🏗️ Learn More: pulse.ly/zk8ppy5jn3

The world-renowned Morgan State University Choir is in full swing on its tour of South Africa, sharing the sound and spirit of the National Treasure across the globe. 🌍🎶 As the choir continues its international journey, they are also being recognized back home with a nomination for a Stellar Award in the category of “HBCU Choir of the Year.” 💻 Vote Now: pulse.ly/1qr5wfmbcf