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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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Trustee Carlton Arrendell with others at Homecoming football game.

Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight

Carlton Arrendell ’84 Reflects on the “Dynamic” Changes He’s Seen in College Park

Carlton Arrendell ’84 isn’t worried about how he’s going to stay involved with the University of Maryland once his time on the UMCP Foundation Board of Trustees ends. He knows football season tickets, dropping in on events on campus and friendships with his fraternity brothers will keep him connected–they always have.

Volunteer Appreciation Tessa Trach

Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight

Do Good Month Volunteer Spotlight - Tessa Trach ’17

Do Good month, April 1-30, is an opportunity for the University of Maryland to highlight the good our alums are doing throughout their communities!

Terps enjoying crabs with friends and other alumni

Volunteer Spotlight, Events and Programs

Alums Crack Crabs, Celebrate Terp Spirit

For Maryland graduates who have never been to an Alumni Association Crab Feast, let Brad Hench ’75 explain what’s on the menu.“There’s crab, crab and more crab!”

Volunteer Leaders listen intently during the Volunteer Awards ceremony at the Riggs Alumni Center Gardens

Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight

Volunteer Leader Awards 2023

Each year, the Alumni Association holds its annual Network Dinner and Awards ceremony as an opportunity to recognize the outstanding achievements of our academic, affinity and regional networks over the past year.

Headshots of the new members of the Alumni Association Board of Governors. From L-R starting in top-left corner: Laurie De Armond ’94, Maria Louzon Ball ’12, Phil Bass ’82, Laura Crandon ’91, Rocky Lopes ’80, Alethia Nancoo ’90, M.Ed. ’92, Peter Polow ’95, Amy Yip ’04.

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.

A group of volunteers poses for a picture at the Martha's Table volunteer event at the Riggs Alumni Center

Volunteer Spotlight, Events and Programs

In True Terp Tradition, 'Tis the Season For Giving Back

During the holiday season, many people make it a point to give back, showing gratitude for their many blessings and paying it forward to help those in need, choosing to focus on the true meaning of the season..

Celebrating Latinx Terps: William Ernesto Chavez ’16, Esquire

Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight

Celebrating Latinx Terps: William Ernesto Chavez ’16, Esquire

Join the UMD Alumni Association in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15). Hear from fellow Terp leaders who share about their culture, experiences and connection to UMD.

Natalie Guerra '15

Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight

Celebrating Latinx Terps: Natalie Guerra ’15

Join the UMD Alumni Association in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15). Hear from fellow Terp leaders who share about their culture, experiences and connection to UMD.

Maria Louzon Ball ’12

Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight

Celebrating Latinx Terps: Maria Louzon Ball ’12

Join the UMD Alumni Association in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15). Hear from fellow Terp leaders who share about their culture, experiences and connection to UMD.

Jose Granados ’15

Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight

Celebrating Latinx Terps: Jose Granados ’15

Join the UMD Alumni Association in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15). Hear from fellow Terp leaders who share about their culture, experiences and connection to UMD.