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from the desk of
Anthony L. Jenkins, Ph.D.
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Dear Eagle Nation:
Coppin State University is an institution that has shaped leaders and prepared them for success for generations. In our 123 years, our Eagles are prepared to soar to new heights, unafraid to meet the challenges along their path. That is due to the expertise of our faculty, the dedication of our staff, the devotion of our alumni, and the support of our alumni.
The power and presence of Coppin State University was felt last week during the 2023 Economic Inclusion Conference at Coppin (EICAC), hosted by the College of Business and Center for Strategic Entrepreneurship (CSE). The conference brought together great minds in Baltimore, and from across our state, to discuss ways Coppin and our partners are transforming the community, fostering economic inclusion, socioeconomic mobility and empowerment.
I want to thank CSE founding director Ron Williams, College of Business Dean Sadie Gregory, Comptroller Brooke Lierman, our alumni, and partners who made the conference a success.
This 2023 EICAC illustrated how Coppin, as a thriving institution, has a growing global influence, as well as economic and social impacts that go well beyond West Baltimore. We will continue to build upon our legacy and broaden our reach for years to come.
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Left to Right: Thomasina Hiers, Vice President, Center for Civic Sites and Community Change, Annie E. Casey Foundation; State Senator Antonio Hayes (D- Baltimore City); President Anthony L. Jenkins, Ph.D.; Comptroller Brooke Lierman during the 2023 Economic Inclusion Conference at Coppin April 27, 2023
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I want to thank CSE founding director Ron Williams, College of Business Dean Sadie Gregory, Comptroller Brooke Lierman, our alumni, and partners who made the conference a success.
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This 2023 EICAC illustrated how Coppin, as a thriving institution, has a growing global influence, as well as economic and social impacts that go well beyond West Baltimore. We will continue to build upon our legacy and broaden our reach for years to come.
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Today, May 1 is National Decision Day, where college bound seniors share their next steps after school - the college or university they will attend in the fall. Last year, I began a new presidential tradition of visiting the high schools of our newest Eagles on National Decision Day. On Friday, I had the opportunity to welcome 17 of our newest Eagles from the esteemed Western High School in Baltimore. These young women are excited to spread their wings and make their mark.
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For college bound students, where they choose to continue their education is among the biggest decisions they will ever make. I am proud that more scholars are choosing to invest themselves in Coppin State, and partner with us to shape their futures.
I look forward to celebrating with more students as they declare Coppin State as their university of choice, and welcoming our newest members of Eagle Nation to our campus community in the fall.
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Class of 2023 VideoAttention graduating seniors:
The final deadline to submit your photo, congratulatory video (10 seconds or less), and congratulatory message (150 characters or less)
for the Digital Presentation of the Class of 2023, is Friday, May 5, 2023 at 11:55 p.m.
You can also record the correct pronunciation of your name.
This service is free, and your personalized slide will be sent to you after commencement on May 19, 2023.
To submit your slide, look for your personalized invitation from Commencement@coppin.edu.
After Commencement 2023, download your personalized slide as a memento to share with family and friends, and on social media with #CoppinGrad2023.
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Commencement Rehearsal ReminderCommencement rehearsals are scheduled for:
- Thursday, May 11 at 12 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 17 at
6 p.m. - Location: Library Quad
Graduates are required to attend one of the scheduled rehearsals to review ceremony logistics, receive their tickets, and have their questions answered.
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President Anthony L. Jenkins
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Coppin President Named to Higher Education Power List
Coppin State University President Anthony L. Jenkins, Ph.D. has been named to the 2023 Higher Education Power List by the Maryland Daily Record. Since his arrival in 2020, President Jenkins has remained focus on making Coppin State University a leader in urban higher education, while expanding access, opportunity, and inclusion for our multigenerational, multicultural community of scholars.
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Rising Senior Selected as Langenberg Legacy FellowJawaad A. Williams (’24), a Rehabilitation Services major from Newark, New Jersey, was named a member of the second cohort of the Langenberg Legacy Program.
Student fellows across USM institutions participating in the Langenberg Legacy Program undertake year-long, micro-level civic engagement projects that speak to macro-level issues, including promoting educational equity in early childhood, developing civic engagement and social leadership, and assisting ex-offenders reentering society.
Jawaad’s project will focus on Pre-K educational inequalities and the exclusion of minority students from Pre-K educational opportunities. The project will shed light on this issue through panel discussions, conversations, and awareness campaigns involving Coppin State University students and faculty.
Jawaad is Mister Junior 2022-2023 and was recently elected as the next Mister Coppin for 2023-2024. He also serves on the Student Activities Planning Board, a media host for The Coppin Room, and as a Campus Ambassador through the Office of Admissions.
Over the course of the fellowship, students will gather with fellows from other USM institutions to grow connections, share best practices, and build a community of civic leaders. At the end of the Langenberg Legacy Fellowship, the USM will publish students’ final project reports in an annual publication and on the USM website.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Coppin State University Professor, Dr. Janique Walker, spoke with the Baltimore Banner, about the importance of safe spaces for self-expression for young people, including LGBTQIA+ youth, and the impact on their mental health.
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The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is hiring hundreds of workers to fill its ranks, says Secretary Carolyn J. Scruggs (’91). Scruggs, is a veteran of the agency and the first African American woman to lead the agency.
In an interview with WBAL-TV, she offered this advice: "Don't question you dreams. If you have a dream, a desire to be successful, keep pushing forward. Pray about it, trust God and move forward, because you can do anything you set out to do.”
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Don't forget to register for Summer and Fall 2023 Classes!
There is still time to register for Summer and Fall 2023 classes! The Eagle Achievement Center (EAC) will host two more pop-up events this week to help with registration and accessing other services to support student success.
EAC Pop-Up Events:
- May 1 | 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Dedmond Hall
- May 4 | 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Redwood Apartments
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EAC Success Coaching
Students, successfully completing your journey here at Coppin depends on what happens in and out of the classroom. It seems natural to reach out for help in honing our academic skills, but tackling time management, accessing resources, and getting involved on campus can be challenging. Success Coaching with the Eagle Achievement Center is a tool that can help you navigate every aspect of your student life. You can receive extra help mastering tasks outside of the classroom, that will allow you to boost your confidence, retrain your focus, and make the most of your time here at Coppin.
Success Coaching is available between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. inside of the brand-new Eagle Achievement Center.
Location: Parlett Moore Library, 4th Floor
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Orientation leaders during Summer 2022 New Student Orientation
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Orientation Leaders Wanted
Are you looking to get involved and represent Eagle Nation to the fullest? The EAC is looking for orientation leaders to welcome our newest Eagles to the Nest. Apply now through May 15.
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APPLY NOW: Private Donor Awards
and Scholarships
Here at Coppin State University, we are deeply committed to student success. We seek to increase access to opportunities and remove barriers that could prevent students from obtaining their degree. The Private Donor Award Program helps lessen the financial burden on students to increase student enrollment, retention, and graduation rates. Assistance is available to students who demonstrate academic achievement and financial need, thanks to our generous donors who support the Coppin State University Development Foundation. Students are eligible if they are:
- Currently Enrolled undergraduate or graduate students
- Part-time or full-time status
- Seeking a degree
- Maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.2
Questions? Email: deijohnson@coppin.edu
Application Deadline: May 31, 2023
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Become a Member of Eagle Nation
Coppin State University is adding to the ranks of our accomplished, talented, and diverse faculty and staff. View current job listings and learn more about Coppin State on our website. Take the next step to join Eagle Nation.
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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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