The University of Maryland College of Information Studies (UMD INFO College) 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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Expanding the frontiers how information and technology is accessed, used, and leveraged to empower individuals and communities.  

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

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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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Recent INFO News

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UMD INFO Faculty to Make Archival Materials More Accessible via Web Search

January 23, 2024 | Olivia Borgula & INFO Staff

Diana Marsh and Katrina Fenlon are leading this NSF funded project

From left, Drs. Amanda Lazar, J. Bern Jordan, and Hernisa Kacorri. Photo by Craig Taylor.

From left, Drs. Amanda Lazar, J. Bern Jordan, and Hernisa Kacorri. Photo by Craig Taylor.

News Release: New R&D Projects to Move the Needle on Making Mainstream Tech Accessible for People Living with Disabilities

January 23, 2024 | INFO Staff

Led by Drs. J. Bern Jordan, Hernisa Kacorri, and Amanda Lazar at the UMD INFO College in partnership with Raising the Floor-US

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Closing the Digital Divide: Marylanders Online Offers Tech Tools and Support to Thousands Across the State

January 22, 2024 | Julie Slivka | UMD Extension

A program led by the UMD Extension and UMD INFO College

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