The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Catalyst for Excellence honorees exemplify powerful advocacy for success, achievement, and philanthropy for their respective schools while serving as visionaries for future progress. Exemplars of excellence and inspiration, they have accomplished meaningful progress in their lives and careers, in addition to devoting meaningful time, talent, and resources to numerous worthy causes. UMB, the city of Baltimore, and the state of Maryland are made much better through the impactful efforts of these extraordinary individuals.
The 2024 Catalyst for Excellence honorees will be recognized May 2 during the UMB Foundation’s Celebrating Excellence: Honoring Service, Philanthropy, and Volunteerism event at M&T Bank Exchange.
SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
Barry L. Cohan, DDS ’74, PEDS ’76, earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the School of Dentistry (UMSOD) and two years later received a certificate in pediatric dentistry from the school. He is a past president of the UMSOD Alumni Association Board of Directors and sits on its Board of Visitors. Since 2011, he has served on the UMSOD Dean’s Faculty, teaching residents and undergraduate students in pediatric dentistry and facial pain. Cohan and his wife, Adele, established a scholarship for a senior student who wishes to continue their education in pediatric dentistry, made a transformational gift to name the Dr. Barry and Mrs. Adele Cohan Pediatric Dental Clinic, and established the Student Outreach Fund to enable dental students to engage in community-based service initiatives.
FRANCIS KING CAREY SCHOOL OF LAW
Derrick D. Milburn, JD ’13, has worked for the U.S. Department of Justice, the Executive Office of the President of the United States, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, where he is an associate legal advisor. Since graduating from Maryland Carey Law, Milburn has been committed to supporting students. He is an adjunct professor and head coach of the school’s Thurgood Marshall Trial Team, which has thrived under his leadership. He also is a member of the Alumni Board, supporting the school philanthropically and focused on promoting and recognizing the accomplishments of its alumni, preparing students for careers after graduation, and advancing the legal profession in Maryland and beyond.
GRADUATE SCHOOL
Leslie B. Glickman, PT, PhD, is an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science at the School of Medicine (UMSOM). Over a seven-year period, she held full-time teaching, administration, and leadership roles at the University and now provides educational and research consultation. Glickman also is a senior faculty fellow in the UMB Center for Global Engagement, focusing on faculty development opportunities and building sustainable international partnerships. Glickman’s support has enabled the creation of the UMB Graduate School’s highly impactful Costa Rica Faculty Development Institute, providing over 20 faculty members to date with essential tools for implementing globally enriched courses. Her passion for global learning is fueled by the impact it made on her as a researcher, project collaborator, and global learner.
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Christine C. Osborne and the Osborne family have generously supported UMB with gifts to the School of Medicine (UMSOM) and the Francis King Carey School of Law for nearly 40 years. Christine and her husband, the late Hamish Osborne, JD ’86, have had a tremendous impact on the two schools. After Hamish’s lung transplant, as an expression of gratitude for the exceptional care provided by his medical team, they established the Hamish S. & Christine C. Osborne Distinguished Professorship of Advanced Pulmonary Care at UMSOM, with the goal of alleviating suffering for those facing lung disease. Most recently, the Osborne family committed a leadership gift to the Kahlert Institute for Addiction Medicine in memory of Matthew Osborne, JD ’03, to support the recruitment of a leading clinical scientist researcher and provide funding for postgraduate research fellows.
SCHOOL OF NURSING
Malinda Peeples, MS ’97, RN, CDCES, FADCES, has demonstrated her passion, dedication, and generosity as an alumna through impactful volunteer and philanthropic endeavors. She served as president of the School of Nursing’s (UMSON) Alumni Association and is a member of the UMB Foundation Board of Trustees, the first nurse to serve on the board. She created an endowed scholarship at UMSON and through her leadership in digital health innovation she has advanced the role of nurses and nursing informatics. Her commitment to service and philanthropy exemplifies leadership throughout the nursing and UMB communities.
SCHOOL OF PHARMACY
The Advisory Board of the PATIENTS Professors Academy participated in the fundraising strategy that launched and sustains the PATIENTS Professors Academy, making it financially accessible to all who apply. Graduates play an instrumental role by sharing their “PATIENTS Voice” and lending their lived experience to transform research to be patient centered. Many of the 200 graduates serve on stakeholder advisory boards, present at conferences and events, inform policy, and more. The Advisory Board’s efforts generated over $2 million in sponsorships over a three-year period to ensure that the five-week program remains free for participants and provides continuous engagement opportunities throughout the year.
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Sue Wolman, MSW ’79, is a long-term supporter and ambassador of the School of Social Work (UMSSW) and its community programs. She has served on the school’s Board of Advisors and the Community Advisory Board for the Social Work Community Outreach Service. Since 1988, Wolman has been a loyal supporter, creating the Susan Wolman Scholarship and the Peace Corps Fellowship Endowment. She also has connected UMSSW with other like-minded supporters, enabling the school to establish meaningful connections with alumni and friends. Although she does not seek public acknowledgment for her generosity, UMSSW thanks Wolman for being a true advocate and champion for the school.