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College of Information (INFO)

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.

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Research

Expanding the frontiers how information and technology is accessed, used, and leveraged to empower individuals and communities.  

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Partners

Working with community, academic, and industry partners to create information science solutions and create learning and career opportunities for students.

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Academics

Offering Bachelor, Master, PhD, and Certificate programs to prepare the next generation of information professionals and researchers. 

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Supporting new generations of students through scholarships, internships, and connections while enjoying networking and other benefits.

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UMD INFO News

A group of students and faculty stand together on a stage at Korea University Seoul Campus during the 2025 Climate Corps Summer School. Several students wear matching green shirts and hold red Korea University folders and small teddy bear mascots. At center, they display a sign reading “Third Prize – Climate Corps Summer School 2025” for a business plan team. Information science student Nicholas Schiavone stands among the group holding a red folder.

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Maryland Global: Code, Collaboration and Climate Solutions

Maryland Today Staff | UMD - February 13, 2026

Information Science alum Nicholas Schiavone applied tech and data skills to support climate refugees in global competition

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Press Release: EveryCat Health Foundation Thanks University of Maryland for Extraordinary Data Research and Marketing Tools Project Contribution

EveryCat Health Foundation - January 29, 2026

University of Maryland College of Information students provided comprehensive insights in support of EveryCat Health Foundation’s 202 …

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INFO Launches New Info Leader Doctorate

INFO Staff - January 20, 2026

The practitioner-oriented doctoral program is designed for professionals who aim to lead their information institutions

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News Release: New Field Guide Available for Libraries to Prepare to Serve Their Communities During Crises

Laurie Robinson - January 14, 2026

Offering libraries a powerful framework for proactive, community-centered crisis preparedness

Upcoming Events

Jan 29 Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 4:00 pm
To: Thursday, May 28, 2026 - 2:00 pm
Virtual Information Sessions: Doctor of Information Science in Information Science Leadership and Community Engagement (D.Inf.Sci.)
Feb 04 Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 4:00 pm
To: Friday, April 24, 2026 - 1:00 pm
Resume Revamp Interactive Workshop(s)
Mar 03 Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 12:00 pm
To: Monday, April 6, 2026 - 1:00 pm
How to Build Your Network Workshop(s)
Mar 06 Friday, March 6, 2026 - 12:00 pm
To: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 1:00 pm
How to Prepare for an Interview Workshop(s)
Mar 31 Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Making the Most of your Summer Without an Internship
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