MISSION

Our Mission. Your Future.

Our mission:
To prepare a community of leaders who will use their education to improve society by enhancing the lives of older adults.

Your future:
To inspire change and help reinvent the way society both views and responds to aging.

Educational Approach/Academic Advising

All students enrolled in the major in Management of Aging Services are assigned to an academic advisor to craft a plan to achieve success in their major requirements and in their general university requirements. The academic team for the undergraduate program supports students to maximize their success in the program and at UMBC. Specific advising with regard to internship is integrated into this process.

Both faculty and staff at the Erickson School are always available to meet with students and to assist them in any way possible to ensure that that they get the most out of their time in the Erickson School program.

Educational Approach/Special Opportunities

The Erickson School provides students with enrichment activities that include student-focused programs, distinguished outside speakers and opportunities to hear from researchers and practitioners who are “up to the minute” on relevant topics and innovations in policy and practice. The Erickson School offers special scholarships and financial awards to students majoring in the program.

Internships provide students the opportunity to get practical experience and to apply their experience in a capstone course, including development of a career dossier. Career placement services through The Erickson School provides pathways to career opportunities for seniors approaching graduation. Events and new program developments are posted on our Web site, as are exciting opportunities to participate in research, student organizations and other relevant activities.