Skip to main content
Home About Us

Annual Report

Annual Report: State of the Association

View of Front of Riggs Alumni Center from the gates of Moxley Gardens.

2025 Annual Report

422,000 alums worldwide. More than $75,000 awarded in student scholarships. Over 17,000 lifetime members. The past fiscal year (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025) has been full of accomplishments for the University of Maryland Alumni Association.

With the support of our proud Terp community, we've offered meaningful opportunities for alums to advance personally and professionally and to improve the success of fellow Terps.

Read the highlights in our latest State of the Association report, which also showcases many opportunities for alums and students to connect and stay involved with the Terp community and campus.

If you like to be emailed a PDF or mailed a physical copy of the report, please email alumni@umd.edu.

Senior Executive Director of the Alumni Association, Jessica Roberts '02 at Terps in Your Town Philadelphia talking to alums

Senior Executive Director, Jessica Roberts '02 at the Terps in Your Town: Philadephia in June 2025. 

Dear Alums, Colleagues and Friends,

This year marked my first as senior executive director of your Alumni Association—and it was filled with firsts. To connect with our incredible community, I hit the road and met alums in 10 cities from coast to coast with our Terps in Your Town series. We launched new initiatives, elevated existing programs and set exciting records along the way. Thank you for your support as I stepped into this role, and for joining me in celebrating our Terp community. 

We kicked off new traditions like the Terp Book Fair, welcoming more than 250 Terps on Maryland Day to meet alum authors, browse Terp-authored books and connect over shared stories. We relaunched the Terp Business Directory, making it easier than ever to shop Terp-owned, and brought Maryland pride directly to companies like Google, Amazon and Apple through expanded corporate programming. 

I’m especially proud of our work to engage every student. Our Grad Bash celebration welcomed 1,500 graduating students into the alumni family— marking the largest turnout for any Alumni Association event to date. Our Senior Class Gift program continued to grow, and a record number of alums wrote postcards to admitted students—sharing Terp pride before students even moved into their dorms. 

Our affinity groups also reached new milestones, hosting first-ever signature events like the Latinx Alumni Celebration and the Sail and Celebrate APAAN Cruise, vibrant celebrations of culture and connection. We welcomed Terp greats like Connie Chung ’69, Joy Bauer ’86 and Mark Ciardi ’83 for unforgettable events. And we brought back beloved traditions, like the Valentine’s Dance, after more than a decade. 

Looking back on this first year, I’m energized by everything we’ve accomplished together. I’ve loved meeting so many alums, members and friends, and I look forward to connecting with even more of you as we Stay Fearless.

Go Terps!

Jessica K. Roberts ’02
Senior Executive Director, University of Maryland Alumni Association

UMD Alumni Association At A Glance

422,000 alums worldwide
1. MD 207,953
2. VA 33,624
3. CA 17,359
4. FL 16,707
5. NY 16,580
6. NJ 15,517
7. PA 13,517
8. DC 9,806
9. NC 8,444
10. TX 7,299
88,186 alums engaged through events, programs, volunteerism and philanthropy




24,000 members; 17,286 lifetime members

$75,000 in scholarships awarded to 15 Terps

38 alumni networks: 19 regional, 11 academic, 8 affinity

Empower Terps

Terps at work

FY25 Terps @ Work events were hosted at Morgan Stanley, Northrop Grumman, Capital One, Deloitte, Apple, Google, Accenture and welcomed 374 attendees.

In FY25, the University of Maryland Alumni Association (UMDAA) advanced its commitment to lifelong learning, career growth and fostering meaningful connections through high-impact programming across the country. 

UMDAA expanded its Terps @ Work initiative to seven companies nationwide, connecting alums and students through industry-focused events. The Terps at Accenture gathering brought together 55 Terp employees and 25 students, all of whom have accepted full-time offers at the company. 

Additional career-focused programming included Career Week, Mission Collaborative boot camps and the launch of a recent alumni mentorship program through Terrapins Connect, the UMD virtual platform with nearly 22,000 registered students and alums. 

The UMDAA also continued its commitment to supporting the university’s thriving enTERPreneur ecosystem. Through an expanded partnership with the Dingman-Lamone Center for Entrepreneurship at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, the UMDAA increased its involvement at the annual “Shark Tank”-style Pitch Dingman competition, featuring an invite-only VIP reception and the Terp Town Venture Showcase.

Pitch Dingman Competition (April 24)
Awarded $61,000 to alum enTERPreneurs
Awarded $109,000 to students
Drew more than 525 attendees

This year, the UMDAA also hosted an enTERPreneur mentorship program, as well as relaunched the Terp Business Directory.

Alum tabling outside of Riggs Alumni Center at the Terp Book Fair

The Alumni Association hosted its first Terp Book Fair on April 26 during Maryland Day which included eight authors present to promote their books. 

Lifelong learning remained a priority, with standout programs including An Evening with Connie Chung ’69 in partnership with the Philip Merill College of Journalism, which drew 370 attendees. The UMDAA also launched the first-ever Terp Book Fair during Maryland Day, which featured Terp authors and interactive activities. The Summer Reading Challenge once again brought together 1,000+ alums for a season of shared learning. 

The Women’s Development Conference welcomed 233 attendees and featured Trustee Sharon Akers ’78 and a special video greeting from Maryland first lady Dawn Moore ’97. 

The Terps in Your Town series engaged alums in 10 cities, allowing the senior executive director to meet directly with community members. To connect Terps across generations, several events hosted current and newly admitted students.

Terps in Your Town | San Diego, Philadelphia, Austin, Sarasota, Silicon Valley, Atlanta, Houston, New York City, Los Angeles, Naples

*In partnership with the A. James Clark School of Engineering

Educate and Activate Alums

In FY25, the UMDAA inspired and mobilized alums to give back through service, leadership and community engagement. Volunteerism efforts aligned with the university’s broader commitment to civic engagement, especially during Do Good Service Month in April, which featured nearly 20 volunteer-led service events across the country spearheaded by these alumni networks.

Pg6 7 dogoodmonth2 1

Nature & Supporting Others

HOWARD COUNTY TERPS
PATAPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK

CMNS TERPS
CHESAPEAKE BAY FOUNDATION

SAN DIEGO TERPS
PACIFIC BEACH

MONTGOMERY COUNTY TERPS
FAIRLAND RECREATIONAL PARK

BOSTON TERPS
CHARLES RIVER

BALTIMORE TERPS
MIDDLE BRANCH PARK

ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN TERPS
LETTERS OF LOVE

ORANGE COUNTY TERPS
RIDE/WALK FOR A CURE

Pg6 7 dogoodmonth

Food & Helping Children

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY TERPS
COLLEGE PARK FOOD BANK

NORTHERN VIRGINIA TERPS
ARLINGTON FOOD ASSISTANCE CENTER

NEW YORK TERPS
CITY MEALS ON WHEELS

HOUSTON TERPS
HOUSTON FOOD BANK

LOS ANGELES TERPS
LA FOOD BANK

NORTHERN VIRGINIA TERPS
THE CLOTHESLINE FOR ARLINGTON KIDS

ATLANTA TERPS
BACKPACK BUDDIES OF METRO ATLANTA

CHICAGO TERPS
CRADLES TO CRAYONS

BAY AREA TERPS
GUNDERSON HIGH SCHOOL

Alums posing with Testudo at the LatinX Celebration

The Latinx alumni network enjoyed their first reunion event on campus on Feb. 28. Over 100 Terps attended. 

The UMDAA’s affinity and regional networks continued to thrive, celebrating community, identity and service at events like the Pride Month Happy Hour & Social in June. Two affinity networks also hosted their first signature events: the Latinx Alumni Celebration, with more than 100 attendees, and the Sail & Celebrate APAAN Cruise, which welcomed 91 attendees and was the most-attended APAAN event in the last two years. 

The annual Volunteer Leadership Conference provided skill-building and networking opportunities for 100 leaders from across the UMDAA’s networks and recognized outstanding volunteers.

Engage Every Student From Day One

Class of 2025 on the field at SECU stadium in the shape of an "M"

While usually photographed at the beginning of their time at Maryland, the Class of 2025 took their "M" photo during Grad Bash as their original photograph was interrupted by COVID-19 restrictions. 

In FY25, the UMDAA deepened its connection to students and recent graduates from orientation through graduation and beyond. 

Admissions partnerships continued to grow, with an enhanced postcard campaign, engaging over 300 alums who hand-wrote messages to 3,500 admitted students. This effort, as well as the presence of newly admitted students at several Terps in Your Town events, helped future Terps feel welcomed before even setting foot on campus. 

Grad Bash shattered records as the most-attended Alumni Association event in history, bringing together 1,500 graduating students—a 39% increase over FY24 attendance. The event also featured an opportunity for the students to take the traditional “M” class photo, a collaboration with Maryland Athletics and the Division of Student Affairs. Now in its second year, the Senior Class Gift initiative raised $11,490 from 1,071 donors in support of the Student Crisis Fund, reflecting growing senior engagement and philanthropy. 

The Student Alumni Leadership Council (SALC) remained a critical pipeline for future alum leaders. Former SALC members now serve as board presidents for three alumni networks, and more serve on boards across the nation. Current SALC students led the inaugural First Generation Terps Panel, which drew 80 attendees, as well as the annual Terps Under 30, where students and recent grads heard from three dynamic alum speakers. 

The UMDAA continued to boost the student experience through initiatives like the “M Book,” which was distributed to all 5,739 first-year students at New Student Welcome.

Student-Centered Events 
Aug. 24 Bend and Bagels 202 attendees
Sept. 12 Terps After Dark 260 attendees
Sept. 20 Football & Film with Producer Mark Ciardi '83 during Family Weekend 200 attendees
Feb. 27 Leave Your Legacy: A Champagne Toast to the Class of 2025 226 attendees

Foster Terrapin Pride

Signature Event Snapshot
Oct. 8 Homecoming Tailgate 1,254 attendees
Dec. 7 Holiday Party at The Mayflower in Washington D.C. (Featured a silent auction and exclusive member lounge) 837 attendees
April 26 Maryland Day Member Breakfast 486 attendees

From coast to coast and campus to community, the UMDAA continued to create moments that celebrate what it means to be a Terp. 

Mass engagement events successfully brought alums together to reconnect and celebrate traditions, new and old. The annual Homecoming Tailgate hosted more than 1,200 Terps and featured the unveiling of 1,200 new names on the Frann G. and Eric S. Francis Lifetime Member Wall, honoring lifelong dedication to Maryland. The UMDAA also brought back a much-missed favorite, the Valentine’s Day Dance, for the first time after 12 years. Events like these were critical for connecting alums with UMDAA programs and resources, such as the Terp Business Directory, which was featured prominently at a lacrosse game in the spring. 

Membership continued to grow, not only reaching but exceeding goals by attracting 5,513 new members, as more alums than ever joined to show their Terp pride and give back to their alma mater. The UMDAA continued to expand member benefits, including new discounts and on-site perks at events. 

Recognition of excellence remained central to fostering pride. The annual Celebration of Terps: Featuring the Maryland Awards on Nov. 1 honored seven outstanding alums, including acclaimed author and TV personality Joy Bauer ’86 as the newest Alumni Hall of Fame member and world-renowned astronaut Jeanette Epps M.S. ’94, Ph.D. ’00 with the President’s Distinguished Alumnus Award.

2024 Maryland Awards (starting on top left): Jim Spencer '90, Sylvie DeLaHunt ’14, M.S. ’16, University President Darryl J. Pines, Evan Lutz '14, Hall of Fame inductee Joy Bauer '86, President's Awarde winner Jeanette Epps M.S. ’94, Ph.D. ’00, Oneyda Hernandez ’23 and Sharon L. Akers '78

2024 Maryland Awards (starting on top left): Jim Spencer '90, Sylvie DeLaHunt ’14, M.S. ’16, University President Darryl J. Pines, Evan Lutz '14, Hall of Fame inductee Joy Bauer '86, President's Awarde winner Jeanette Epps M.S. ’94, Ph.D. ’00, Oneyda Hernandez ’23 and Sharon L. Akers '78

FY25 Board of Governors

The entire Board of Governors committee posing in front of the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center

Officers Executive Council

President
Laurie A. De Armond ’94
Partner and National Co-leader, BDO USA, LLP

Immediate Past President
Jeffrey “Jeff” A. Rivest ’75
Retired Health Care Executive

Past President
James “Jim” G. Spencer ’90
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, BGB Group

President-Elect
Bert D. Williams ’96
Security Risk Management Consultant

Finance Committee, Chair
Wilson Wang ’03
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer, The MITRE Corporation

Secretary/Treasurer
Jessica K. Roberts ’02
Senior Executive Director, UMD Alumni Association

At Large Members

Maria J. Ball ’12

Marina H. Cooper ’93

Patricia “Patty” G. Cousins ’87

Laura A. R. Crandon ’91

The Honorable Jazz M. Lewis ’11, MPP ’14

Rocky Lopes ’80

Catherine “Cate” Luzio ’97

Alethia N. Nancoo ’90, M.Ed. ’92

Peter M. Polow Jr. ’95

Mark N. Rabinowitz ’05

Susan A. Wood ’84

Derrin A. Woodhouse ’95

Amy Yip ’04

Shayan G. Zadeh ’02

Representatives

College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Elizabeth “Liz” O’Keefe Markham ’17

School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation
William “Bill” P. Mallari ’80

College of Arts and Humanities
Da’Veda “Veda” N. Johnson ’11

Robert H. Smith School of Business
William “Bill” Sherman M.S. ’11, MBA ’20

College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences
Noreen Welch ’90

College of Education
Elizabeth “Lisa” Stuart ’98, Ed.D. ’24

A. James Clark School of Engineering
Jeffrey “Jeff” D. Karceski ’88

College of Information
Taniya M. Popat ’23

Philip Merrill College of Journalism
Kate E. Pfetsch ’05

School of Public Health
Jennifer Clerie ’16

School of Public Policy
Clayton Noble ’19

Ex Officio

Officers

Darryll J. Pines
President, University of Maryland

Jim F. Harris
Vice President for University Relations; President, University of Maryland College Park Foundation

Members

Student Government Association President
Reese Artero ’25

Office of Diversity and Inclusion Representative
Stephanie H. Chang Ph.D. ’18

M Club Representative
Laura E. Chiriaco ’08

Faculty Representative
Jordan A. Goodman ’73, M.S. ’75, Ph.D. ’78

Graduate Student Government President
Varaa Kukreti ’25

Assistant Vice President for People and Engagement, UMD University Relations
Jeffrey “Jeff” S. Williams

Student Alumni Leadership Council President
Kaitlyn Zhou ’25

Advisory Positions

Michael “Mike” C. Hottel ’99

Juan Sempertegui ’98

Silvy Song ’06