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from the desk of
Anthony L. Jenkins, Ph.D.
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January 30, 2026
Dear Eagle Nation:
Welcome back! It is wonderful to see everyone returning to campus as the Spring semester begins. I hope your winter break offered moments of rest, reflection, and renewal, giving you energy and excitement for the months ahead. Every new semester brings opportunities to grow, take on challenges, and connect more deeply with your peers, faculty, and our broader campus community.
Although the recent storm has passed, winter is far from over. Be sure you are signed up for text alerts so you can stay informed about campus closings, delays, emergencies, and other important updates. Staying connected helps keep you safe and ensures we all look out for one another, strengthening the spirit of Eagle Nation.
As we start this semester together, remember that each day is a chance to learn, contribute, and support those around you. From lively classroom discussions to campus events, and even small acts of kindness, every effort helps build the welcoming and vibrant community that makes our campus so special.
I am looking forward to all that this semester will bring: the challenges we will face, the successes we will celebrate, and the memories we will create. Let us move forward with curiosity, resilience, and care for one another, making this a safe, inspiring, and unforgettable start to the year.
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Show your Coppin Pride and join us for a week of celebration during Homecoming 2026: Legends of Blue and Gold. From February 15th to 22nd, we will honor our history, celebrate our community, and create unforgettable memories with events for students, alumni, and friends of Coppin State University.
Homecoming week kicks off with a Midnight Breakfast on Sunday, February 15, and features a full schedule of activities including Beats & Bingo, Celebrity Lip Sync Battle, Glow in the Dark Party, Concerts, and Cocktails & Karaoke. Do not miss our athletic highlights with the Athletics Hall of Fame Breakfast, Homecoming Tailgate, and the Women’s and Men’s Basketball Games . The week wraps up with a Worship Service and Jazz Brunch on Sunday, February 22.
Whether you are a student, alum, or supporter, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Mark your calendars, bring your blue and gold, and let’s celebrate our legends together.
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Maryland Educators Reunite to Share, Learn, and Inspire at MDCEC Conference
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Coppin State Special Education majors and Dr. Anthony Nicole with Dr. Antoine Hickman, former MSDE Assistant State Superintendent: Division of Special Education and his team at the National Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Conference.
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After years apart, Maryland’s educators dedicated to exceptional learners are convening in-person for the Maryland Council for Exceptional Children (MDCEC) Conference on February 28, led by Dr. Nicole Anthony, President of MDCEC and Associate Professor of Special Education in the Department of Teaching and Learning.
The past few years have challenged teachers, paraprofessionals, and school leaders. Classrooms changed, routines shifted, and connections stretched thin, but their commitment never wavered. This gathering offers a chance to reconnect, share strategies, celebrate the victories, both big and small, and support students with unique needs.
Attendees will explore inclusive, evidence-based practices, share stories of success, and discover new ways to inspire learning. As the first in-person MDCEC meeting since COVID, the day will serve as a professional development opportunity and a reunion. At the session, the group will revisit their shared mission and collaborative efforts to support this community.
The conference showcases Coppin State's dedication, creativity, and impact of educators shaping the lives of exceptional learners across Maryland.
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For Keylin Perez (’23), nursing has always been her dream job. At her graduation ceremony, she was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, which allowed her to immediately step into service.During her Coppin matriculation she made history as the first Latina crowned Miss Coppin State University (2022–2023). In this role demonstrated her leadership, service, and a commitment to uplifting her community.
This fall, Perez takes the next step in her academic and professional journey, beginning the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. She is the recipient of the Conway Scholarship ($60,000) and Changemaker Scholarship ($15,000). These awards will support her mission to transform mental health care and empower communities.
From the stage to the clinic to the battlefield, Perez embodies the spirit of Eagles, combining excellence with empathy, innovation with heart. We cannot wait to see the lives she will touch and the future she will help shape in nursing practice.
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For Dr. Tammira Lucas (’09), the lessons she learned at Coppin State University continue to guide her every step. As the Interim Director of the Center for Strategic Entrepreneurship and an Assistant Professor of Business, she has turned her education into a platform for impact, mentoring future leaders and shaping communities.
Recently, Dr. Lucas was a guest on an episode of the “I Love My HBCU?” Podcast. She shared her journey from Coppin’s classrooms to becoming a respected educator and entrepreneur. Through candid stories, she reflected on leadership, legacy, and the experiences that shaped her path.
She also highlighted how Coppin’s supportive community and rigorous academic environment laid the foundation for her success and fueled her mission to uplift others. Her conversation was a celebration of Coppin’s enduring impact and a reminder of how purpose, resilience, and leadership can shape the next generation of Black leaders.
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Stories have a unique way of bringing us closer to each other and to ourselves. Help us share the incredible journey of transformation at Coppin State University. Let us highlight the amazing achievements of our students, faculty, and staff, and spread the word about the positive changes happening on our campus. Together, we can celebrate and inspire others with the excellence at Coppin State.
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Take care, be well, and Go Eagles!
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Anthony L. Jenkins, Ph.D.
President
Coppin State University
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