Friday Five: "We really are Terrapin Strong."
Friday Five: "We really are Terrapin Strong."
Welcome to the Friday Five, a roundup of the best your Alumni Association and other UMD communities have to offer. From the latest events to fun facts, here’s essentials in five categories for you to check out this weekend.
1. What's Happening
- Alumni Excellence Awards Nominations - Accepted May 10 - June 15
From scholars and innovators to entrepreneurs, teachers and researchers, Maryland alumni are leaving their mark on the world. The Alumni Excellence Awards recognize the accomplishments of select Terps and honor these recipients with distinction.
Click here to learn more about the nomination and selection process, and nominate a Terp here.
- An Evening with President Pines - June 9 | 7 p.m. EDT
Join the University of Maryland Northern New Jersey, Philadelphia and Boston Alumni Networks to learn more about President Pines, his bold agenda to "Move Maryland Forward," and explore his plans to improve engagement with alumni living outside of the Maryland area. All Terps are invited and can submit questions ahead of the event. RSVP
- End-of-Year Spring '21 SALC Alumni Newsletter
"Get to know our new SALC Advisor and the Alumni Association’s Program Manager of Student Engagement, Jessica Lee ‘14, M.Ed ‘19." Amy Petrocelli ‘21, Alumni Blog; READ MORE
3. A Little Fun
- "We really are Terrapin Strong."
Celebrate the Class of 2021's achievements with a look back on commencement: "Amid fireworks and outdoor fanfare, graduates heralded for showing perseverance in challenging times." READ MORE
4. Let's Get Social
- Instagram Aesthetic
5. Friendly Reminders
That's it for this week, Terps. Make sure to check back with us every Friday, and update your information in the alumni directory to always receive the latest from your Alumni Association. Have a lovely weekend!
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