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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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Terp Traditions: Finding Your People at the First Look Fair
If you turn on your favorite college movie, I guarantee there will be some mention or scene of a club fair of some kind.
Terp Business Spotlight
Terps Supporting #TerpBusiness
It has never been a better time to support the Terp community and small businesses. If you are a Terp business owner, or know of a Terp-owned business, we want to hear from you!
Staff Spotlight
Meet the Staff: Ellie Geraghty
Welcome to our new “Meet the Staff” blog series. Here we will introduce you to the hardworking team members at the University of Maryland Alumni Association who help connect you with fellow Terps, prepare you for new opportunities and strengthen your legacy and alma mater.
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Terp Traditions: Luck of Testudo
With each passing semester comes a plethora of projects, exams, interviews and more, resulting in stresses so great that they can only be alleviated by the one and only Testudo, our trusty mascot.
Alumni Spotlight
Doing Good with Woody Derricks ‘97
When Woody Derricks ’97 began his career as a financial advisor in California, three of his first five clients were same-sex couples.
Top 5 for Alumni
Top 5: Best Books to Read Right Now
This increase of time on our hands is the perfect opportunity to step away from our TV screens, laptops and phones for an hour or two each day and open a book.
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Screen Time: For Better or For Worse?
As a generally health-conscious individual, not to mention a current student in the School of Public Health, I am always on the hunt for new podcasts that bring me up-to-date on the latest health news and trends.
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Terp Traditions: Run the Steps at Maryland Stadium
When you drive onto campus it’s hard to miss Maryland Stadium: a true UMD landmark not only for Terps in 2020, but for all Terps dating back into the early 1950’s when the stadium was constructed.
Top 5 for Alumni
With new-found time on my hands, I have been increasingly mindful of what I put in my body. There are no more quick, nutritionless breakfasts while I rush to an early morning meeting, and no more eating lunch out because I didn’t have the chance to pack anything.
The University of Maryland Activity Book provides fun for all ages! Whether you are homeschooling, need a brain break, or just looking for a Terp-themed word search, we’ve got you covered.