The University of Maryland College of Information (INFO) is a top-ranked research and teaching college where faculty, staff, and students are passionate about using information and technology to break down barriers and create exciting new possibilities.
Research
Expanding the frontiers how information and technology is accessed, used, and leveraged to empower individuals and communities.
Partners
Working with community, academic, and industry partners to create information science solutions and create learning and career opportunities for students.
Academics
Offering Bachelor, Master, PhD, and Certificate programs to prepare the next generation of information professionals and researchers.
Alumni
Supporting new generations of students through scholarships, internships, and connections while enjoying networking and other benefits.
UMD INFO News
UMD Rises in U.S. News’ Rankings of National Universities
Maryland Is No. 19 Among Public Schools, Jumps Nine Spots in Overall Rating

As touchscreens proliferate in daily life, from coffee shops to airports, people who are blind or visually impaired are often unable to access important digital information. UMD researchers have developed a new robot that could help bridge the gap
Photo by iStock; Toucha11y photo courtesy of Jiasheng Li.
Maryland Today: An Ally for Access (ft. Huaishu Peng)
Palm-sized Robot Navigates Touchscreens for Visually Impaired Users

Hornbake Library, home to the UMD INFO College
UMD INFO College Welcomes Six New Faculty Members
Reflecting INFO’s ongoing dedication to excellence in research, education, and the exploration of the information science landscape

Left to right: Natalie Edington, Aderonke Adeniji, Keith Marzullo (INFO College Dean), John Eubank IV and Gabriel Cruz
Introducing New Members of iLEAD in 2023
Welcoming INFO Alums Aderonke Adeniji, Gabriel Cruz, Natalie Edington, and John Eubank IV



