Volunteer Spotlight: Tyler Schepers '16
Tyler Schepers '16 recently became president of the Annapolis Alumni Network. In his role, he drives participation in local events such as Wreaths Across America. For his work...
News & Stories
News & Stories
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.
3 Easy Steps to Relieve Stress in Your Daily Life
Do you often feel stressed out? You’re not alone.
While there are many factors that can contribute to stress becoming a chronic problem, work is the main source of stress...
Alumni Spotlight: Aurelia Michael '08
What does it take to make your big dreams come true? For Aurelia Michael ’08, it took hard work, a lot of passion and driving across the country a few times.
Learn how to make a change: Q&A with Brian Le Gette ’89
Are you thinking about switching to a new career but nervous to take the first step?
The Maryland Alumni Association spoke with Brian Le Gette ’89, who transitioned from...
The Next Superfoods to Include in Your Lunch
For a while the nation couldn’t stop talking about kale. The vegetable’s long reign as the star “superfood” is easy to understand—it’s loaded with vitamins A, C and K, as well...
Program Spotlight: Leadership Conference 2018
On November 9 - 10, the Alumni Association invited its dedicated volunteers back to campus for professional development, networking and celebration.
Volunteer Spotlight: Gerson Elias '12
Gerson Elias '12, second from left, got involved with his alma mater to help restart the Latinx Alumni Network in 2014.
Alumni Spotlight: Natalia V. Cuadra-Saez ’11
There are many paths to becoming a teacher, but for Natalia V. Cuadra-Saez ’11, it started with a passion for advocacy. Cuadra-Saez got involved in advocacy as a student at the...
4 Unexpected Side Effects of Binge Drinking
While consuming alcohol can be safe in moderation, binge drinking has many unintended side effects on your personal and even professional life. According to the Centers for...
Member Spotlight: Mark Johnson ’78
Shortly after graduating from Maryland with his degree in Public Health, Mark Johnson ’78 learned that Terp connections are never far. As a young professional in the business...
The Journey to Preserve Men’s Basketball History
The University of Maryland Archives works to ensure the continued preservation of and access to the many aspects of university history.
Member Spotlight: Ceylon Mitchell '16
When Ceylon Mitchell M.M.’16 first came to the University of Maryland for graduate school, he arrived with a strong passion for music. During his time at UMD, he gained...