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University of Maryland Black Alumni Network
The University of Maryland Black Alumni (UMBA) Network reconnects Black alumni with one another and the university. Together we have the power to impact issues that are important to our community and alma mater.
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UMBA Terps at Homecoming.
Did You Know?
- There are more than 16,000 Terps who are part of the UMBA community.
- We host happy hours, professional and personal development series, student-alumni events, business networking events and service events.
Alumni Spotlight, Terp Business Spotlight
Aurora Tights, One of the Most Inclusive Hosiery Brands
Read about UMD alumnae Sydney Parker '16, Imani Rickerby '17 and Jasmine Snead Ferguson '18, MBA/MPP '21, who founded Aurora Tights out of a need to see athletes and performers compete in tights that matched their skin tone.
Alumni Spotlight, Professional development
Mentor Monday - Michaela Taylor ’18
Welcome to Mentor Monday, where we highlight impressive alumni who have been recognized as standout mentors to fellow Terps on UMD’s mentorship and networking platform, Terrapins Connect. Today we highlight graduate Michaela Taylor '18.
Alumni Spotlight, Terp Business Spotlight
10 for TEN: Hallie Williams '95
Hallie Williams '95, founder of Right Next Door, discusses his advice for starting a journey in entrepreneurship. With vast experience working with new and seasoned entrepreneurs, he consults what it takes to grow successful businesses.
Meet the Board
Jashawn Stewart '05
President
Lyn Jacqueline '05
Vice President
Tracey White MBA '18
Secretary
Stephanie Cary MBA '13
Treasurer
Timi Jordan '91
Events Chair
Catherine Sayikanmi '14
Social Media and Communications
Traci Savoy Jack' 97
Membership Chair
Christin Salley '19
GOLD Chair
Tonya Brown '97
Social Justice Chair
Cassie Agyeman-Duah '05
Past President