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...
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.
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...
Alumni Spotlight: Jenny Hottle '15 '17
Jenny Hottle ’15 ’17 always knew she had an interest in journalism. She worked at school newspapers since middle school and recognized Maryland was the perfect university for...
Learn from a 'StrategyHorse:' Q&A with Wendy Merrill '94
Scared of networking? That’s okay—you’re not alone. Most people, regardless of age or career path, are nervous when it comes to putting themselves out there.
Pain in the Neck? Here’s How to Cope.
Life has its ups and downs, and one of the downs can be a pain in the neck. It can come from something as simple as a violent sneeze, falling asleep in an uncomfortable position...
What Immunizations Are You Forgetting About?
It’s a childhood ritual: The annual visit to the pediatrician, and the one question on every kid’s mind—“Will I have to get shots this time?” Vaccinations are safe and help to...