University of Maryland Office of the President
Introduction
Executive Summary
Highlights of the Year
Measuring Up
UM's Performance
Competitive Environment
Closing the Gap
How Do We Stack Up
Recruiting and Retaining
Economic Impact
Funding Comparison
Making It
Quality and Access
The Path Forward
Going the Distance
Appendix A
Testimony PDF

   Introduction

I am pleased to have the opportunity to report to the Subcommittee today on behalf of the State's flagship institution. It has been my privilege and pleasure over the past five years to share with you the remarkable achievements of the University of Maryland. This year again, we have much to celebrate. For a summing up of an exciting year, I urge you to read the Overview of Accomplishments, September 2003," on the University of Maryland home Web page at www.umd.edu. I list below a few highlights from the many accomplishments and initiatives that we have celebrated since my last report.



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