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Maryland Today: AIM Seed Award Program to Support AI-Related Research and Course Development

December 11, 2024 | Maryland Today Staff | UMD

$1.3M Available for Interdisciplinary Work Focused on Responsible, Ethical AI Development

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AICollaboratory Launches HERITAGE–AI Initiative with Major Grant

December 11, 2024 | Laurie Robinson

This IMLS-funded project aims to revolutionize how users engage with library and archival collections

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Breaking New Ground: A Strategic Approach to Cyber Defense

December 6, 2024 | Laurie Robinson

UMD researchers created a tool that allows county governments to assess their cybersecurity risks and make adjustments

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American Libraries Magazine: Serving New Neighbors (by Ana Ndumu)

November 25, 2024 | Ana Ndumu

Resources for embracing immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers

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(Video) Search Mastery Speaker Series: New Pathways for Search?

November 21, 2024 | INFO Staff

Dr. Daniel M. Russell shares insights on improving search experiences and the future of information retrieval

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(Video) CAFe Speaker Series: “Community Archives: Empowering Voices and Preserving Heritage”

November 21, 2024 | INFO Staff

Corey Lewis discusses the impact of community archives in preserving cultural heritage and empowering underrepresented voices

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Press Release: Philip Merrill Presidential Scholars Program Honors Top Students and Their Mentors

November 20, 2024 | Laura Cech | UMD Office of Undergraduate Studies

The INFO College proudly highlights Jessica Doan, a 2024-2025 Merrill Scholar, and her inspiring mentors

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(Video) i3r Teach-In: Affirming Haitian Immigrants’ Information Promise

November 13, 2024 | INFO Staff

UMD’s latest i3r event highlights Haitian American financial literacy with Dr. Rebecca Williams

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(Video) Dean’s Lecture Series Presents Invisible Rulers with Renée DiResta

November 8, 2024 | Laurie Robinson

DiResta delves into the complex interplay between technology and public opinion shaping