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Keep up with your fellow alumni through spotlights, Q&As and more! Read inspiring stories, professional advice and exciting updates from your fellow fearless alumni. You may even find an old friend or story that reminds you of the great times you spent here at The University of Maryland.
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Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight
Alumni Association Welcomes New Board of Governors President and At-Large Members
The new Board of Governors president and at-large members will help oversee the strategic direction and future programming of the Alumni Association.
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There's a Terp for That - How Alumni Experts are Uplifting Their Alma Mater
“For University Relations, the goal should be straight forward: take care of the staff, who will be motivated to take care of the alumni."
Alumni Spotlight, Terp Writers Corner
Unraveling the Secrets of the Pharaohs - Sara Bittner's 'Child of Ra'
Sara Bittner ‘19, a Computer Science major turned author, has been writing since before she was 13. Her novel, “Child of Ra”, was her first time putting her work out for others to enjoy, and a jump towards her pursuing her writing passion.
Alumni Spotlight
How to build Culture and Connection in a Disconnected World
Dan Kaplan (BA English & Business, ‘91) provides communications training to leaders, managers, and teams, using DiSC, the 5 Behaviors of A Cohesive Team, and his heart. Read about how he thinks we can build culture and connection in a disconnected world.
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UMD's Gift Planning - Estate Planning Essentials with Patty Wang
Meet Patty Wang, Executive Director of Gift Planning and UMD staff member of 37 years and counting. As Patty will tell you, she “helps nice people do nice things for other people,” which may simplify the important work that she and the Gift Planning Team does in helping alumni and friends support the university philanthropically through their estate and financial plans.
Alumni Spotlight
Sterling resume reflects Maryland’s impact on her life
When Louisiana State’s Angel Reese displayed the “You Can’t See Me” gesture and pointed to her fourth digit where she anticipated the NCAA women’s basketball championship ring to be adorned as the Tigers’ lead over Iowa grew, it created an opportunity that Jennifer Sterling, Ph.D. ’13, could not pass up.
Alumni Spotlight, Professional development
Mentor Monday - Cathy Richards '88
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.
This Monday, we are introducing Cathy Richards.
Mentor Monday - Jessi Collins ’10
Welcome to Mentor Monday, where we highlight impressive alumni who have been recognized as standout mentors on Terrapins Connect.
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.