Career Development
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Path Ahead
The University of Maryland strives to create an inclusive environment where each member of our community feels that they belong and are empowered to reach their full potential. Get involved and Learn with us as you and our 422,000+ alums are essential to our efforts.

Our Commitment to the Terp Community
Join us in the pursuit of a more just and equitable world. Commit to lifelong learning. Be active members of our Terp community and beyond. We invite all alumni to join together as a Terp community in becoming TerrapinSTRONG.
We at the Alumni Association strive to be an organization where:

1. Every alum feels that the Alumni Association is a place where they belong.

2. We enrich the University of Maryland’s impact by serving as a gateway for alums of all identities, abilities, backgrounds, socio-economic classes, and experiences to participate in programs that contribute to a united, respectful, and empowered Terp community.

3. We commit to deepening our learning about diversity, equity, and inclusion, and hold ourselves accountable for evolving into the most just organization possible. As the Alumni Association for the flagship university in the state of Maryland, we feel a sense of responsibility to be leaders in this area.
Get Involved
The Alumni Association is proud to foster close-knit, supportive communities for alumni based on interests and identities. We invite you to become an active member of our Terp community by joining a network or giving back to fellow Terps.

Alumni-Led Affinity Networks
Affinity networks provide an opportunity for alumni to connect while fostering University pride, share in common interests and celebrate heritage and identities that strengthen and enrich the Terp community.
Upcoming Affinity-Led events
Latinx Alumni Celebration
LatinX Terps Alumni Network

Terrapins Connect Professional Affinity Groups
Professional affinity groups provide an opportunity for alumni to network, grow professionally, participate in mentorship opportunities and share career-related resources and tools.
Upcoming Professional Industry events
Read Terp Stories

Alumni Excellence Awards: Rising Terp Award Winner Oneyda Hernandez '23

Cinco formas de celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana

Aurora Tights, One of the Most Inclusive Hosiery Brands
Learn With Us
The Alumni Association produces and curates a collection of important resources for the Terp community to advance in their understanding and commitment to diverse, inclusive and equitable practices.

Alumni DEI Virtual Program Playlist
Watch our collection of diverse virtual programs educating and empowering all Terps.

Accessibility and Digital Inclusivity Tips
Tips from our Office of Marketing and Communications on how to show up digitally inclusive and accessible.



Awards and Recognition
Each year, we celebrate and honor the achievements of fearless alumni who have risen to the highest levels of public service, launched successful companies and made groundbreaking discoveries.
Support Fellow Terps