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Student performers on stage in concert.

New Directions

2026-06-26T19:30:00.000
2026-06-26T21:30:00.000

In this unique concert experience hosted by NOI+F Music Director Marin Alsop, conducting fellows take the lead in works by NOI+F composition fellows.

 A photograph portrait of Music Director Daniel Hege.

Hege Conducts Shostakovich’s Tenth | NOI Philharmonic

2026-06-27T19:30:00.000
2026-06-27T21:30:00.000

The 2026 National Orchestral Institute + Festival concludes with music of renewal led by Wichita Symphony Music Director Daniel Hege.

 Promotional graphic for a webinar series titled “The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI.” The design features a workspace background with a laptop keyboard, camera lenses, eyeglasses, a notebook, and a smartphone. Text reads: “Webinar Series: The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI. Learn how to reinvent the business of news and thrive in the age of AI. Monthly through December.” Logos for JPMorgan Chase, the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, and LNN appear along the bottom.

The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI: Improving engagement with new models and AI-formatted content

2026-07-17T12:00:00.000
2026-07-17T13:00:00.000

A Merrill College professor will demonstrate an innovative, AI-supported “Smart Story Suite" designed to engage users across varying environments, time constraints and levels of interest — a model that’s already showing signs of success.

 Members of the UMD summer chorus perform in concert.

UMD Summer Chorus Concert

2026-07-25T20:00:00.000
2026-07-25T22:00:00.000

The UMD Summer Chorus returns with a program entitled "America 250: The Promise of Living" highlighting works by prominent American composers.

 Promotional graphic for a webinar series titled “The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI.” The design features a workspace background with a laptop keyboard, camera lenses, eyeglasses, a notebook, and a smartphone. Text reads: “Webinar Series: The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI. Learn how to reinvent the business of news and thrive in the age of AI. Monthly through December.” Logos for JPMorgan Chase, the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, and LNN appear along the bottom.

The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI: Using AI in innovative ways to reach new audiences

2026-08-14T12:00:00.000
2026-08-14T13:00:00.000

Audience engagement through search engines is shrinking. Pros from Merrill College demonstrate new, AI-driven ways to boost engagement.

 Promotional graphic for a webinar series titled “The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI.” The design features a workspace background with a laptop keyboard, camera lenses, eyeglasses, a notebook, and a smartphone. Text reads: “Webinar Series: The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI. Learn how to reinvent the business of news and thrive in the age of AI. Monthly through December.” Logos for JPMorgan Chase, the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, and LNN appear along the bottom.

The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI: The media startup landscape — Who’s paying for what?

2026-09-11T12:00:00.000
2026-09-11T13:00:00.000

Smith School experts, a financier who works with entrepreneurs and a local newsroom leader explore the journalism startup environment.

 Colorful artworks with figure standing in a dreamt garden like environment.

Jubilee: Celebrating 25 Years of The Driskell Center

2026-09-11T17:00:00.000
2026-09-11T19:00:00.000

New Exhibition Marks the Silver Anniversary of The Driskell Center

 Jim Henson protoyping his hand coordination to animate the movements of a green puppet, Kermit the Frog.

Henson Week 2026

2026-09-20T00:00:00.000
2026-09-26T00:00:00.000

A week of fun and interactive activities will take place across the campus and the broader community promoting the themes: Create. Make. Play.

 Leslie Jones.

Leslie Jones

2026-10-07T20:00:00.000
2026-10-07T22:00:00.000

Multiple Emmy Award-nominee Leslie Jones rolls out a night of jokes, celebrity stories and some unexpected surprises for a laugh-filled set you won't forget!

 Promotional graphic for a webinar series titled “The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI.” The design features a workspace background with a laptop keyboard, camera lenses, eyeglasses, a notebook, and a smartphone. Text reads: “Webinar Series: The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI. Learn how to reinvent the business of news and thrive in the age of AI. Monthly through December.” Logos for JPMorgan Chase, the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, and LNN appear along the bottom.

The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI: 'The Next Journalism' — A book talk

2026-10-09T12:00:00.000
2026-10-09T13:00:00.000

One of the nation’s leading journalism thinkers discusses his new book — and how journalism must change to serve democracy.

 Promotional graphic for a webinar series titled “The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI.” The design features a workspace background with a laptop keyboard, camera lenses, eyeglasses, a notebook, and a smartphone. Text reads: “Webinar Series: The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI. Learn how to reinvent the business of news and thrive in the age of AI. Monthly through December.” Logos for JPMorgan Chase, the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, and LNN appear along the bottom.

The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI: How is 'local' working globally?

2026-11-06T12:00:00.000
2026-11-06T13:00:00.000

The news environment differs from country to country. Experts weigh in on what’s working and where. Big companies worldwide are merging journalism and entertainment. Experts explore the ramifications.

 Promotional graphic for a webinar series titled “The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI.” The design features a workspace background with a laptop keyboard, camera lenses, eyeglasses, a notebook, and a smartphone. Text reads: “Webinar Series: The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI. Learn how to reinvent the business of news and thrive in the age of AI. Monthly through December.” Logos for JPMorgan Chase, the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, and LNN appear along the bottom.

The Business of Journalism in the Age of AI: The ethics of AI in journalism

2026-12-04T12:00:00.000
2026-12-04T13:00:00.000

What lines should not be crossed when using AI, and how do you explain your use of it to the public?