UBMSNews
B A L T I M O R E
C I T Y
C O M M U N I T Y
C O L L E G E
UPWARD BOUND
MATH & SCIENCE
STUDENT NEWSLETTER
Goddard Space Center
SPRING 2016
UBMS Students visit NASA
NASA is so much more than a space program; we
passed several facilities that have varying functions.
For instance, they have an underground facility where
they are working with Gamma radiation. Better not let
Bruce Banner know!
In addition to the gamma radiation facility, we learned
that the visors on astronaut space helmets are actually
coated with gold film. Who knew? The gold is used as a
Charles Iwuorie
way to protect the astronaut’s eyes from solar and
thermal radiation. The further you go towards the sun or
into space, the more radiation you are exposed to and the gold helps protect
the astronauts from radiation poisoning since there really isn't an atmosphere
to protect them in space.
UBMS students, Da’Quan Cowans,
Charles Iwuorie, Ayanna Coleman,
Anthony Venable, and Charles Barnes
accompanied faculty and students
from the BCCC Math and Engineering
department on a visit to the Goddard
Space Flight Center on March 11th.
Although there have been budget cuts to NASA and certain programs have
been downsized, we learned that NASA is launching a new satellite called ICESat-2. The ICE stands for Ice, Cloud, and land Elevation, and it is designed
to measure the whole Earth by having it emit green lasers that will
measure the ice caps, the oceans, the trees
and other vegetation as well as other
geological formations. It will help us understand the changes our planet has gone
through over the centuries.
It was great walking around and seeing all the
cool equipment that NASA has. It opened our
eyes to a new world of discovery and technology. It was humbling to see how people have
dedicated their careers to studying our planet
and galaxy (and beyond). Without NASA, I
wouldn't have known just how big and accessible our galaxy is. The discoveries that NASA has
made and continues to make, just blew my
mind. I'm so glad I went on this trip. 
Student, Da’Quan Cowans enjoying NASA
ABOUT THE
COLLEGE TOUR
For the past 15+ years Upward
Bound has partnered with
The Heritage United Church
e
g
e
Collur
To
6
1
20
of Christ’s Scholarship and
March 2
program participants and other
students from the metro region an
opportunity to visit colleges and
civil rights historical sites in the
south. This year’s four day tour
included visits to the University
of Virginia, Virginia Polytechnic
Institute and State University,
Tennessee State University,
Meharry Medical College, Fisk
University, University of Alabama
at Birmingham, Birmingham Civil
Rights Institute, 16th Street
Baptist Church, Alabama State
University, The Rosa Parks
ril 1st
ugh Ap
8th thro
Leadership Guild to provide our
Ayanna Coleman
I
really enjoyed the college tour.
On Monday, we began our college tours at the University of
Virginia and Virginia Tech. Both of
these schools offer a variety of majors
and have several interesting facts
and mascots! On Tuesday, we went
to Tennessee State, Meharry Medical
College, and Fisk University. The
historical significance of these three
HBCUs is astonishing, especially
considering all the students of color who have been served by these wonderful
institutions. One surprising fact that I learned was that Meharry is a graduate
school and would be a good place to pursue a career in the medical field after
obtaining your undergraduate degree.
On Wednesday, we went to the University of Alabama, the 16th Street
Baptist Church, and the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. While the University of
Alabama had some programs I was interested in and very active social events, I
was overwhelmed by two other places: The 16 th Street Baptist Church and the
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. It was so surreal to be there, and I was honored
to have the opportunity to be in the same church where the people who fought
Museum, Tuskegee University,
and Johnson C. Smith University.
Students visit Tuskegee University a historically black university located in Tuskegee,
Alabama.
Continued on page 3
PAGE 2
for my rights were. I also found it very intriguing how the
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute had a timeline of events that
happened in Birmingham and had some real pieces from the
church bombing on display.
On Thursday, we went to Alabama State, the Rosa Parks
Museum, and Tuskegee University. Alabama State was in the
middle of midterms and finals and seeing students running to
the library and study groups made me remember just how important it is to prioritize my academics. The Rosa Parks Museum
was exciting. We got to sit on the actual bus and watch a
documentary of the events that took place in the years before
the bus boycott. The scavenger hunt and the timeline put the
bus boycott into focus and made me realize that it really wasn’t
all that long ago when these events took place . Tuskegee
University was my favorite college because they had so much
history on the campus and being able to see the historical
buildings in person made the experience so real. I love how
Booker T. Washington is actually buried on campus because, in a
sense, it is like a constant motivation to do better as he worked
so hard to make a school for African Americans to be upwardly
mobile. On Friday, we went to Johnson C. Smith University, and
the relaxed atmosphere had me thinking about balancing
extracurricular activities and a social life with academics.
There was so much culture to take in during this tour, and it
helped us realize that college is right around the corner. We
have study habits to form; we have to learn to manage our time
well; and we have important decisions to make in determining
where we will spend our college years. Overall this college tour
was one of the best experiences that I have ever had, and I
would love to do it again in the future. 
UBMS Parent Group — Bake Sale Fundraiser
The Upward Bound Math and Science Program has a
dedicated group of parents who have formed an alliance to
support their needs as well as the students. The Parent
Group reinforces the mission of the Upward Bound Math
and Science Program as they commit to planning and
implementing fundraising events such as donation
commitments from sponsorships in the community, bake
sales, and hot dog sales. These fundraisers allow the
program to provide its students with the needed resources
for continued educational success!
The UBMS parent advisory group is full of conscientious, hard-working
and dedicated parents who meet once a month to plan fund raising
activities to support our seniors who will be college freshmen next year.
PAGE 3
For the 2015-2016 academic years, the parent group held a
successful bake and hotdog sale in the atrium of Baltimore
City Community College. They rallied together to strategize
and organize their time and donations to make the event a
sensation. They appreciate all the parent donations and
want to send out a big THANK YOU to all those who made
any contributions (whether it was time, monetary, or just
spreading the word). The Upward Bound Math and Science
Program staff and interns would also like to thank Sheree
Daugherty, Parents Group President, for her dedication to
running this group so diligently! 
Director’s
Mental Health and Teens:
Watch for
Danger Signs
Adolescence isn’t an easy time for
parents either. As children move through
the various tumultuous transitions that
accompany adolescence - physical,
emotional, hormonal, sexual, social, and
intellectual - the pressures and problems
they encounter can all too easily seem
overwhelming.
KEY TIPS FOR PARENTS
Keep communication constant, open,
and honest: Your children should not
only know that they can talk to you about
anything, you have to be committed to
broaching topics of concern and do so
openly. Talk about your own experiences
and fears when you were an adolescent.
Let them know that they are not alone, nor
are their anxieties unique.
1
Understand that mental health
disorders are treatable: Arm yourself
with information about the most common
mental health disorders among adolescents;
speak with your child’s pediatrician, our
local health department, your religious
leader, and your child’s school representatives about what sorts of information are
available from them.
2
Be attentive to your teen’s behavior:
Adolescence is, indeed, a time of
transition and change, but severe, dramatic,
or abrupt changes in behavior can be strong
indicators of serious mental health issues.
3
STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS
C O R N E R
PAGE 4
Sonia Smith is an 11th grade student-athlete
at Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy. She
has a current GPA of 3.86 and is on the nursing
assistant's pathway. Sonia plays volleyball,
basketball, and runs track. Sonia’s experience
with Upward Bound has been instrumental in
preparing students like herself for the future.
The college tours and field trips that Upward
Bound sponsors are not only educational but are
interesting and fun as well. Although Sonia is
undecided as to what college she ultimately will
attend, her major of choice will be nursing.
Nicholas Daugherty is a senior at Maryland
Academy of Technology and Health Science
Middle/High School. His current GPA is 3.33. He is
in the Robotics Club and plans to start his
post-secondary education at Baltimore City
Community College where he plans to major in
General Studies then ultimately pursue his
four-year degree in Engineering.
Counselor’s
411
More Education
More Money
Having a college degree does a make
significant difference in long-term earning
potential. According to the Department
of Labor, numbers have steadily increased
for jobs that requires more educational
credentials which ultimately translates
into annual higher salaries.
Numbers from the
Federal Labor Department
Non-High school graduates
average salary of
$19, 500
High School Graduates
average salary of
$25,000
Some College
average salary of
$30,000
Associate degree holders
average salary of
$33,000
Bachelor degree holders
average salary of
$41,000
Masters degree holders
average salary of
$52,000
Doctorate degree holders
average salary of
$81, 000
PAGE 5
UBMS Seniors and College Acceptances
Nicholas Daughtery
Baltimore City Community College
Kevi-Ann Francis
Coppin State University
Marquese Jacks
Delaware State University
Jeron Jones
Coppin State University
Asia Jones
Towson State University
Meet UBMS
Instructional Staff
From left to right
MR. LEWIS
MR. NDATI
MS. MCLEOD
MS. SHEPHARD
DR. GHOSH
MR. JONES
(not pictured)
PAGE 6
SCIENCE
ROBOTICS
ENGLISH
MATH
BIO TECH
MATH
UBMS VISITS THE USA SCIENCE AND
ENGINEERING EXPO IN WASHINGTON, DC
UBMS students and staff celebrated science at
the 4th USA Science & Engineering Festival,
the largest STEM education event of its kind in
the United States, on Saturday, April 16th at
the Walter E. Washington Convention Center
in Washington, DC. 
Students
enjoyed
the
festival.
Upward Bound Math and Science Program
COLLEGE &
CAREER DAY
Ricky Venters, Senior Construction Project Manager for the
Johns Hopkins Health System, gave the key note address.
BCCC’s Dean Scott Olden provided information about career
opportunities in the field of nursing and the requirements for
participating in the Allied Health Services programs here at the
College.
On Saturday, May 20th, the UBMS program held its annual
College and Career Day event. The program was held from
9 am until 1 pm in the Mini Conference center.
BCCC’s Professor Cortez Walker spoke to students about
leadership and requirements for success after high school,
college and beyond.
Isaiah Ellis, Outreach Specialist for the Maryland Higher
Education Commission, outlined strategies for securing grants
and scholarships for college. 
Ricky Venters engaged the UBMS students.
PAGE 7
Upward Bound Math & Science Program
Academic Year 2015-2016 Participants
Joshua Bailey
Charles Iwuorie
Lyshae Rhodes
Charles Barnes
Joshua Iwuorie
James Richardson, Jr.
Evin-Gregory Belk
Marquese Jacks
Terese Rowe
Davona Braxton
Jordan James
Dajah Ruffin
Brittany Brown
Asia Jones
Morgan Sellers
Ebony Browner
Jeron Jones
Aalissa Smith
Cay’La Chase
Maurice Kendall Jr.
Avery Smith
Ayanna Coleman
Destiny Knight
Joy Smith
Da’Quan Cowans
Teonna Lewis
Sonia Smith
Daijah Curtis
Tiayana Miles
Brian Taltoan II
Nicholas Daugherty
Monique Miller
Alexis Tisdale
Tearoshay Douglas
Achauntè Moore
Kennae Tisdale
Shaniqua Downy
Joyce Osino
Damon Turner
Juan Ebron, Jr.
Kimberly Parker
Anthony Venable
Kevi-Ann Francis
Simone Phillips
Michelle Ward
Marian Francis
Danera Powell
Kyler Young
Jaquinna Hill
Lynell Revell
“When we study together, we learn together, we work together,
and we prosper together.” - President Barack Obama
From the Director of UBMS
Gregory M. Hunter
The Baltimore City Community College Upward Bound
Math and Science program (UBMS) takes a great deal of
pride in providing intensive high quality academic support
services designed to strengthen math and science skills of
participating students. The goal of the program is to help
students graduate from high school and then enroll and
graduate from a two or four year college/university
ultimately pursuing careers in the STEM field. The staff
consists of dedicated professionals who are genuinely
concerned about the future of all participants. BCCC’s
UBMS staff assists each UBMS participant in becoming
deep learners who will pursue their passion, make
personal connections to their studies and become lifelong
lifelong critical thinkers. 
PAGE 8
Imagine
Believe
Achieve
Ms. Rosalyn Carter
Program Facilitator
Mr. Jamel Crandall
Counselor
Ms. Sheila Scott
Data Clerk/Graphic Designer
410-462-7440 office
410-462-7481 fax