Paul Monteiro serves as Vice President for Government Relations and Community Affairs where he coordinates the University’s engagement with local, state, and federal partners.
Governor Wes Moore appointed Paul as Maryland’s inaugural Secretary of the Department of Service and Civic Innovation. In 2022, Paul was nominated by President Joe Biden and confirmed by the U.S. Senate as Director of the Community Relations Service at the U.S. Department of Justice. He previously led the external affairs office at Howard University and served on President Barack Obama’s White House staff before becoming the National Director of AmeriCorps VISTA.
Eimaan Imran
Campus and Community Affairs Specialist
Eimaan focuses on building and strengthening vital connections between UMBC and the surrounding communities through targeted outreach, engagement, and strategic partnership initiatives.
Before joining UMBC, Eimaan gained extensive experience in state and local government. She served for three years as Chief of Staff to Councilman Pat Young in Baltimore County, where she led community relations, legislative and political strategy, and strategic communications. Prior to that, she was Chief of Staff to Delegate Nicole Williams in the Maryland General Assembly, overseeing legislative priorities, constituent services, and community partnerships.
Eimaan earned her Bachelor’s degree in criminology and criminal justice from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a Master’s degree in cybersecurity and data analytics from the George Washington University.
Wendi Myers
Executive Administrative Assistant
Wendi joined the UMBC team as an Executive Administrative Assistant in the Office of the President in May 2022, supporting the President’s Office as well as the Office of Equity and Inclusion. She gained extensive experience working with individuals at the community level and with diverse populations during her time with Howard County Public Schools and her many years with the Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks.
Wendi graduated from Frostburg State University with a Bachelor’s degree in recreation management. As an essential part of our team, she strives to make a positive impact on UMBC students, faculty, and staff, as well as in our surrounding communities.