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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. 

Terps enjoying crabs with friends and other alumni

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!”
Terp Business Directory

Eight Reasons to Support Alum-Owned Businesses

The Terp Business Directory serves as a bridge between alums and the businesses that fellow alums have established, fostering a sense of community, support and mutual growth...
Volunteer Leaders listen intently during the Volunteer Awards ceremony at the Riggs Alumni Center Gardens

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...
Nikkee Porcaro '07 headshot

So, how do I get my kid into Maryland?

Read some Tips and Tricks from the president of 'No Anxiety Prep' and UMD alumna Nikkee Porcaro '07.
Bill Kennedy '69

Terp Writer's Corner - Bill Kennedy's 'Dark Side of the Moon'

Bill Kennedy ‘69, is the Sci-Fi author of three novels, “The Dark Side of the Moon” and “The Dark Side of the Moon: The Return (a duology), and “Angels in the Desert". He...
Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15 to October 15

Five ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Terps, ha llegado el momento de celebrar Hispanic Heritage Month! Here’s five different ways you can celebrate.
Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15 to October 15

Cinco formas de celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana

Terps, ha llegado el momento de celebrar Hispanic Heritage Month!
'invisible son' book cover

Terp Writer's Corner - Kim Johnson's "Invisible Son"

Invisible Son, is Kim Johnson’s ‘03, latest young adult novel, coming after her award-winning debut young project: “This is my America”,
Photo of Cindy Grossmueller McClure

She's making her mark, and it's by design

Grossmueller McClure was on a pre med track in high school. But visits to a family friend’s sample room, complete with multiple types of materials, colors and textures, helped...
Do Good Sculpture at UMD

Tamno's mission - A better tomorrow

Moving to Maryland in 2007 from his native Cameroon, Rick Marving Tamno '17 wasted little time getting involved in the Frederick community, where he volunteered at the local...
Eric and Nancy posing with friends during their time studying at UMD

These devoted Terps are UMD fans for life

Scott Van Pelt might be the most famous Maryland sports fan, but the Friedman family is arguably one of its most loyal. Some might even describe them as brand ambassadors.
Susan Wood '84

Alum Uses Artificial Intelligence to Spot and Treat Lung Disease

Before arriving at the University of Maryland, Susan Wood ’84 thought her destiny was to become a doctor. But there was one significant obstacle to that career path: “I’m...
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