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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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Black Terp Alumni Articles

Photo of Aurora Tights Founders Sydney Parker ’16, Imani Rickerby ’17 and Jasmine Snead Ferguson ’18, MBA/MPP ’21

May 16, 2023

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...

Alumni Spotlight , Terp Business Spotlight

Hallie Williams, founder of Right Next Door

April 21, 2023

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...

Alumni Spotlight , Terp Business Spotlight

Picture of UMD alums Ali and Atman Smith, co-founders of the Holistic Life Foundation

February 06, 2023

Let Your Light Shine - The Holistic Life Foundation's Promise

While most of us go through life trying to figure out our place in the world, it’s the people that look to inspire positive change in others that we remember most fondly. As...

Alumni Spotlight , Terp Business Spotlight