A Celebration of Achievement, Purpose and Legacy at Winter Commencement 2025

Bowie State University honored 467 graduates during its Winter 2025 Commencement, celebrating academic achievement, resilience and a legacy of leadership grounded in service and purpose.

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Bowie State University Receives $6.5 Million Gift from Elior to Transform the Student Experience and Advance Innovation

The unrestricted landmark gift will support key institutional priorities, including expanding access and affordability through student scholarships and renovating student dining and learning spaces to create collaborative environments that inspire community engagement and academic excellence.

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Celebrating 20 Years of Bowie State's First Doctoral Class

Twenty years ago, a small group of doctoral students helped launch Bowie State University’s first doctoral program. This anniversary celebration looks back at the courage, commitment and leadership that shaped Bowie State’s doctoral legacy.
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Recognizing Excellence in Contemporary Arts Writing 

Professor May in Bowie State University’s Department of Fine & Performing Arts has been selected for a 2025 Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant. The honor places May among a select group of writers whose work advances critical dialogue around contemporary visual art and its role in society.
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A Legacy Moment for Bulldogs Basketball 

In the closing months of 2025, Bowie State head coach Shadae Swan made university history, becoming the winningest coach in the women’s basketball program. Her achievement marks a significant milestone for the Bulldogs and underscores her lasting impact on the team’s success.
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Department of Nursing Celebrates Graduates at Annual Pinning Ceremony

Bowie State University’s Department of Nursing honored graduating seniors during its annual pinning ceremony, recognizing their academic achievement, professional readiness, and transition into the healthcare field.

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Advancing Discovery Through Student Research

Closing out the year, Natural Sciences Day and the CURE Symposium showcased student research and innovation while connecting students with faculty and external partners across the STEM community.

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IDENTIFI Senior Thesis Exhibition Explores Identity Through Art and Fashion

Bowie State University seniors in the Department of Fine & Performing Arts showcased their thesis projects during the IDENTIFI exhibition and fashion show, highlighting creative explorations of identity through diverse artistic mediums.

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A Milestone Moment for Lambda Pi Eta Scholars

As 2025 came to a close, the Upsilon Sigma Chapter of Lambda Pi Eta welcomed new inductees, honoring students for academic achievement and leadership in communications studies.

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Nursing Graduate Ingrid Portillo Turns Family Legacy Into Purpose

When Ingrid Portillo began her college journey, she knew she was also carrying the dreams of her family and community. As a first-generation college student from El Salvador, she chose Bowie State University for its strong nursing program and commitment to diversity.

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Alumna Creates Endowment to Support Juniors and Seniors

Bowie State alumna Anshia B. Crooms ’05 has established a new endowment to support juniors and seniors majoring in communications, fine & performing arts, or business administration, helping students stay on track to graduation.

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SAVE THE DATE: CIAA February 24-28, 2026

It’s almost time to take our Bulldog Pride to the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA)! Bowie State University is proud to serve as the host institution for the annual men’s and women’s basketball tournament, which returns to Baltimore from Feb. 24–28, 2026. Purchase tickets and check out on campus events:

• Feb. 14 - Game Day Doubleheader vs. Virginia Union (Valentine’s Day, Senior Night & Alumni Welcome Home)

• Feb. 18 - Game Day Doubleheader vs. Virginia State University (Greek Night)

• Feb. 20 - CIAA Community Send-Off
  

• Feb. 21 - Game Day Doubleheader vs. Lincoln University (Bulldog Pride Takeover)

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Spring Convocation & Black History Month Celebration

Feb. 11, 2026 | 10 a.m.

Spring Convocation marks the official start of the spring semester at Bowie State University and launches the University’s campus-wide celebration of Black History Month. This year’s ceremony will feature a keynote address by Civil Rights Attorney Benjamin L. Crump whose work advances justice.

Speaker Series: I Respectfully Disagree

Central Maryland HBCU Climate Career Expo

W.E.B. Du Bois Center Keynote Lecture

Maryland Justice Partnership aiming to implement further statewide reforms

Jan. 12, 2026
WYPR

The Office of the Public Defender formed the Maryland Justice Partnership (MJP). Bowie State University is an academic partner of MJP, along with Morgan State University and the University of Baltimore.
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Veteran Congressman Steny Hoyer Announces Retirement After Four Decades of Service

Jan. 9, 2026
The EduLedger

Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.), one of the longest-serving members of Congress in American history, has announced that this will be his final term serving on Capitol Hill. Bowie State University President Aminta Breaux praised Rep. Hoyer's unwavering commitment to public service and said she's honored by the attention that he gave to the university.
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Bowie State University's 2025 Winter Commencement

Dec. 19, 2025
NBC Washington

NBC Washington featured Bowie State University's 2025 Winter Commencement during its 4 p.m. broadcast on December 19, 2025. Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley's keynote address was featured, encouraging graduates to use their degrees to change the world.
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Bowie State University's 2025 Winter Commencement

Dec. 19, 2025
CTV News

The segment included interviews with President Aminta Breaux, University System of Maryland Board of Regents member Yvette Lewis and two graduates. Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley's keynote address was also highlighted.
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