Coppin State University Advances Faculty Excellence in Health, AI, and Urban Research
18 faculty members recognized for advancing research, innovation, and community impact
Coppin State University is advancing faculty excellence through its Spring 2026 Faculty Success & Development Initiative, supporting 18 faculty members whose work is driving innovation, strengthening research, and enhancing student success.
The initiative advances faculty-led efforts in health equity, artificial intelligence, education, environmental justice, and workforce development—further solidifying Coppin’s position as a premier urban university.
“This moment reflects the strength, purpose, and growing impact of our faculty,” said Anthony L. Jenkins, PhD, president of Coppin State University. “Our faculty are not only advancing knowledge in their fields; they are transforming lives in our classrooms and communities. Their work is shaping the future of Baltimore and beyond while preparing our students to lead in a complex, global society. This is not just progress. This is Coppin in motion.”
The Spring 2026 initiative reflects Coppin’s strategic focus on aligning faculty scholarship with student outcomes and community impact. By investing in projects that integrate research, teaching, and real-world application, the university continues to strengthen its academic foundation while expanding its role as a driver of innovation in Baltimore and beyond.
“These awards reflect our commitment to educational effectiveness,” said Chanta Haywood, PhD, provost and vice president for academic affairs. “By connecting faculty research with classroom instruction, we ensure that every Coppin student receives a transformative education that prepares them to lead in a global economy.”
Funded projects this spring include:
- Advancing inclusive pedagogy and support for neurodivergent students
- Strengthening nursing education and workforce readiness
- Expanding mental health and psychiatric care training
- Exploring artificial intelligence in teaching and learning
- Addressing environmental justice and sustainable urban development
Award recipients represent Coppin’s three academic colleges and underscore the university’s commitment to addressing real-world challenges while preparing the next generation of leaders.
Spring 2026 Faculty Success & Development Initiative Recipients
College of Health Professions
Dr. Mona Calhoun
Dr. Lori Harvin
Dr. An’Nita Moore-Hebron
Dr. Aerian Tatum
Dr. Miriam Washington
Dr. Patience Ebuwei
Prof. Carolyn Eberly
College of Arts, Sciences, & Education
Dr. Blessing Diala-Ogamba
Dr. Wyletta Gamble-Lomax
Dr. Kavita Rajeev Hegde
Dr. Sayed Hassan Akhlaq Hussaini
Dr. Thevasha Sathiyakumar
Dr. Anita Weisburger
Prof. Asia Maxton
College of Behavioral & Social Sciences
Dr. Tenyo Pearl
Dr. David Abeling-Judge
Dr. Mercy Nguavese Shenge
For more information, visit www.coppin.edu.
