As another year draws to a close, I would like to share my gratitude to the UMB community and HSHSL employees. It has been a pleasure to work with so many students, faculty, and staff over the course of the year to make a positive impact on the UMB research and education mission. I look back fondly on a number of new projects and collaborations. Looking ahead, I am excited to see the steps we take together to support the University as well as the Baltimore community. I look forward to working with the faculty librarians and staff of the HSHSL as we use new approaches to address the challenges of the future. I know that meaningful conversations, engagements, and opportunities await us all in the new year.

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy holiday season!

Emily J. Hurst

Associate Vice Provost and Dean
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Health Sciences and Human Services Library