Join us at Morgan State
Workshop on Partnership Pathways for secure and resilient systems
Location: Morgan State University
Date: Friday, February 20, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
This one-day workshop brings together representatives from the Office of Naval Research (ONR), U.S. Navy and Department of Defense laboratories, industry, and academic institutions for a focused, relationship-driven discussion on workforce development for mission-driven environments. The workshop uses cybersecurity, energy systems, and artificial intelligence as timely technical lenses to explore how emerging challenges influence research directions, talent preparation, and partnership models across the Naval enterprise.
Workshop Location
Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr. School of Engineering
Schaffer Building – Room 242 (DeLoatch Auditorium)
For navigation purposes, we recommend searching in Google Maps for:
“Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr. School of Engineering – Morgan State University.”
The workshop will take place on the Schaffer side of the Engineering Building. Signage will be posted to guide you upon arrival.
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Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Approximately 25–30 minutes from campus by car.
Uber/Lyft, taxis, and rental cars are readily available at BWI.
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Recommended Hotels
The following hotels are convenient to campus and located near dining options:
- Baltimore Marriott Waterfront (Harbor East)
https://www.marriott.com
- Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor
https://www.hyatt.com
Mount Vernon and Harbor East/Inner Harbor are approximately 15–20 minutes from campus by car and offer walkable dining options.
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Parking
Parking will be available in the North Campus Garage.
The garage is a short walk (approximately 3–5 minutes) from the Clarence Mitchell School of Engineering. After parking, you may walk directly to the Engineering Building (Schaffer side entrance).
Additional parking details will be shared prior to the event.
$5 parking fee per day.
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Food & Hospitality
We will provide:
- Morning coffee and light breakfast refreshments (beginning at 8:30 AM)
- Mid-morning coffee break
- Hosted lunch on campus
- Afternoon coffee break
The program will run from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. A final agenda will be circulated in advance.
Please feel free to reach out with any travel questions. We look forward to a productive and engaging discussion.
Partnership Pathways for Secure and Resilient Systems
Event Location
Friday, February 20
Morgan State University, Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr. School of Engineering
Schaffer Side Entrance
DeLoatch Auditorium (2nd Floor)
For navigation, search in Google Maps:
“Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr. School of Engineering – Morgan State University”
Parking Information
North Campus Garage
Parking Fee: $5
Please follow posted signage for payment instructions.
Walking Directions from North Campus Garage
Exit the North Campus Garage at ground level.
Walk toward the Clarence M. Mitchell School of Engineering building (visible from the garage).
Enter through the main entrance on the Schaffer side of the building.
Walk straight forward through the entrance.
Continue straight until you reach the steps.
Go up the steps to the 2nd floor.
Proceed straight down the hallway to the end.
DeLoatch Auditorium will be located at the end of the hallway.
Estimated walking time from garage to building entrance: 3-5 minutes
Schedule
8:30 AM – Coffee & Light Refreshments
9:00 AM – Program Begins
Please plan to arrive early to allow time for parking and walking to the auditorium.
If assistance is needed upon arrival, event staff will be available inside the building.