News & Stories

January 10, 2019

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...

Alumni Spotlight , Terp Business Spotlight , Professional development

January 04, 2019

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...

General / Other

December 11, 2018

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.

Events and Programs

December 10, 2018

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. 

Volunteer Spotlight

December 07, 2018

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...

Alumni Spotlight

December 05, 2018

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...

General / Other

November 30, 2018

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...

Alumni Spotlight

November 27, 2018

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.

November 20, 2018

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

October 31, 2018

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...

Alumni Spotlight

October 11, 2018

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.

Alumni Spotlight

October 10, 2018

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...

General / Other