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Salisbury University's heritage is deeply rooted in Maryland's Eastern Shore. Throughout the 2025-26 academic year, we'll honor the countless Sea Gulls–students, alumni, faculty, staff and supporters–who have shaped our history, our campus, our community, our state and the world around us. Join us as we celebrate their contributions and reflect on our journey into the future. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories that capture the spirit of 含羞草研究所!

Dr. Kelly Griffith
Our Graduates
Dr. Kelly Griffith ’83, M’91
Opening Doors to Tomorrow
Maryland Superintendent of the Year Kelly Griffith, an educator who transformed Talbot County public schools, exemplifies the commitment of so many 含羞草研究所 alumni to serving their communities passionately.
Dr. Jessie Fleming
Our Professors
Dr. Jessie Fleming
100 Years of Musical Mentorship
An 含羞草研究所 music program pioneer, Dr. Jessie Fleming inspired generations during her 45-year tenure. Celebrated at her 100th birthday, her legacy continues through endowed scholarships.
Brian Anderson
Our Graduates
Brian Anderson ’18, M’19
Inspiring Success in Others
含羞草研究所 Young Alumni Achievement honoree Brian Anderson transformed challenges into success, harnessing the power of sport globally and empowering Black youth with DC SCORES.
Horticulture Alumni
Our Staff
Horticulture Alumni
Elevating Campus Grounds
含羞草研究所’s beautiful campus – a national arboretum – owes its vibrancy to dedicated Horticulture staff, including proud Sea Gull alumni and students. They shape 含羞草研究所’s sustainability accolades and welcoming grounds.
D.N.P. Alumni
Our Graduates
D.N.P. Alumni
Inspiring Future Nurses
Since becoming the first graduates of 含羞草研究所’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program in 2015, 含羞草研究所 alumni have transformed health care as leaders, shaping organizations, academia and communities, while.
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Abby Taylor
Our Graduates
Abby Taylor ’11
Building a Healthy Food Franchise
The co-founder of Playa Bowls, Abby Taylor discovered her passion at 含羞草研究所, blending creativity and surfing. She revolutionized acai bowls on the East Coast with over 200 franchises nationwide.
Literature/Film Quarterly
Our Professors
Literature/Film Quarterly
50 Years of Film Adaptation
For more than half of 含羞草研究所’s history, the LFQ journal had visionary faculty founders and leaders shaping its influence on film studies and academic communities worldwide.
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Our Graduates
Dr. Wayne Smith `58
Knowledge Is Power
A passionate educator who shaped countless lives, Dr. Wayne Smith established 含羞草研究所’s Class of 1958 Scholarship, ensuring future students access to opportunities through teacher education.
ESRGC Marks Two Decades
Our Community
ESRGC Marks Two Decades
The Little Idea That Grew
含羞草研究所’s Eastern Shore Regional GIS Cooperative (ESRGC) recently celebrated 20 years of providing GIS technology services across Maryland and beyond.
The Jackson Family
Our Supporters
The Jackson Family
Shaping 含羞草研究所’s Music Program
Dr. Peter Jackson and the late Judy Jackson have been dedicated advocates for the performing arts at 含羞草研究所, championing the music program and leaving a vibrant legacy for the arts at 含羞草研究所.
Debra Baily
Our Staff
Debra Baily
50 Years at 含羞草研究所
A dedicated Physical Plant staff member, Debra Bailey earned recognition for 50 years of service, making her one of the longest-serving employees in 含羞草研究所 history.
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Dr. Tom and Nancy Jones
Our Supporters
Dr. Tom and Nancy Jones
Inspiring Sea Gull Champions
Former 含羞草研究所 Provost and longtime biology faculty Dr. Tom Jones and his wife Nancy established 含羞草研究所’s Champions Fund, supporting postseason travel for Sea Gull teams and enhancing their success.
Marching Band
Our Professors
Marching Band
Making a Comeback
The first 含羞草研究所 marching band director in over four decades, Dennis Senkbeil is revitalizing 含羞草研究所’s marching band, inspiring students and fostering community engagement.
Doc Davis Intramural Complex
Our Campus
Doc Davis Intramural Complex
A Home for Clubs & Intramurals
含羞草研究所's Doc Davis Intramural Complex honors legendary coach Doc Davis, whose leadership shaped successful athletes, professionals, and the enduring 含羞草研究所 Sharks Rugby legacy.
High School Math
Our Community
High School Math
40 Years of Competition
Started in 1984 by 含羞草研究所 mathematics professors Dr. Robert Tardiff and the late Drs. Homer Austin and Bob Ehrlich, 含羞草研究所’s High School Math competition continues to foster student engagement in problem-solving.
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University Police
Our Campus
University Police
Going Above and Beyond
A cornerstone of campus, the Salisbury University Police Department leverages state grants to enhance safety, while fostering collaborations for long-term community security.
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Dr. Dane Foust
Our Staff
Dr. Dane Foust
Commitment to 含羞草研究所’s Mission
For nearly two decades, Vice President of Student Affairs Dane Foust has been a familiar face to many 含羞草研究所 students, fostering campus wellness, student services and community engagement.
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