UMGC Global Media Center Author: Carole Mahoney

Calvin Nobles, PhD, joined a panel at the Defense Information School (DINFOS) at Ft. Meade, Maryland, on Sept. 10, 2025, as part of a two-day training program for military public affairs officers.

From engaging near-completers to helping fulfill learner’s basic needs and supporting military caregivers, UMGC is putting its mission into action. Three recent initiatives highlight how the university is opening doors, removing barriers, and helping more learners transform their lives through education.

In an interview on CBS Eye on Veterans, Dr. Calvin Nobles, dean of UMGC's School of Cybersecurity and Information Technology and a former U.S. Navy Cryptologic Warfare officer, shares how his military experience shapes UMGC's approach to hands-on, mission-ready education that leads directly to employment.

Officers who complete the MCPD Academy and certification as police officers will receive up to 60 college credits, with up to 30 additional credits available for relevant experience.

Pillars of Strength Scholarships Help Caregivers Pursue Higher Education, Advance Lives Put on Hold and Secure Their Family’s Futures.

Participating in a meaningful way in the community may not be in the course descriptions at University of Maryland Global Campus, but it is part of its culture. A new Community Engagement Badge Program formalizes the UMGC’s commitment to building citizen-leadership skills.