Christine Warwick presented NMTC Leadership Award
Published on April 2, 2025
Seen here is Chair of the Cecil College Board of Trustees Raymond W. Hamm, Jr. presenting Assistant Professor of Biology, Christine Warwick a certificate of recognition during the March meeting.
NORTH EAST, Md. – Cecil College’s Assistant Professor of Biology, Christine Warwick, was honored with the Leadership Award by the Northeastern Maryland Technology Council (NMTC) for her outstanding contributions to STEM education. She received this prestigious recognition during the Fourteenth Annual NMTC Visionary Awards held last month.
NMTC plays a crucial role in connecting leaders from academia, industry, and government to cultivate a STEM-educated workforce while advancing innovation and technology. These efforts contribute to the growth of the state’s economy and the protection of national security. Professor Warwick was commended for her unwavering dedication to shaping a skilled STEM workforce and for her efforts to foster innovation and technological advancement. Her leadership has inspired many to pursue shared goals in these critical areas.
“This recognition is a testament to Professor Warwick’s tireless commitment to the growth of STEM education throughout her tenure at Cecil College,” said Dr. Mary Way Bolt, President of Cecil College. “She is a visionary leader who is beloved by her students and held in high regard by her colleagues.”
Professor Warwick has been a key figure at Cecil College since 2002, initially joining as an adjunct instructor and science lab coordinator before transitioning to a full-time faculty position. Over the past eight years, she served as Chair of the Science and Technology Department, always focused on enhancing academic programs and ensuring their relevance in an ever-evolving field. Under her leadership, the department developed several innovative two-year academic programs, including the Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity, the Associate of Applied Science in Bioproduction, and the Associate of Science in Biomedical Science.
The Bioproduction program, developed in collaboration with Thomas Jefferson University and the Jefferson Institute for Bioproduction, has been particularly notable. This partnership ensures that the program remains current and relevant while offering smooth articulation to bachelor’s degree programs. Professor Warwick, along with Dr. Benjamin Rohe, Professor of Sciences, Dr. Veronica Dougherty, Dean of Arts and Sciences, Heather Cadogan, Associate Professor of Biology, and Kayla Ross, Coordinator of Laboratories, played an integral role in creating the Bioproduction degree.
Additionally, Professor Warwick was a member of the team that was instrumental in the development of several one-year certificate programs, including Cybersecurity, Biological Laboratory Skills, and Pre-Veterinarian Technician. She also contributed to securing the National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL) grant, which provided essential funding for laboratory equipment. This grant enabled Cecil College to acquire advanced instruments like microplate readers, spectrometers, centrifuges, bioreactors, and other analytical tools, enhancing students’ hands-on learning experiences.
Professor Warwick’s leadership extended to the establishment of the Cybersecurity program, which earned the distinguished designation of Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) from the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Furthermore, she worked closely with four-year institutions to establish transfer agreements, ensuring that Cecil College students have clear pathways to continue their education in fields such as biology, bioproduction, and cybersecurity.
Learn more about STEM programs at Cecil College by visiting cecil.edu/stem.