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The Testudo statue at the Riggs Alumni Center on Apr. 11, 2024.

Photo by Dylan Singleton/University of Maryland

Terp Business Spotlight, General / Other

Friday Five: A Celebration of EnTERPreneurship

Welcome to the Friday Five, a roundup of the best your Alumni Association and other UMD communities have to offer. From the latest events to fun facts, here are essentials in five categories for you to check out this weekend.

 
The Testudo statue at the Riggs Alumni Center on Apr. 11, 2024.

Photo by Dylan Singleton/University of Maryland

Alumni Spotlight, Terp Business Spotlight

Celebrating Women Terp Businesses

A nationally recognized celebration in March, Women's History Month originated in 1981, coinciding with the anniversary of an 1857 women’s strike for better pay and working conditions in New York City.

Mike Luzio

Alumni Spotlight, Terp Business Spotlight

Mike Luzio ’98: One of UMD’s Loudest Cheerleaders

Mike Luzio ’98 doesn’t just say he loves the University of Maryland — he displays his boundless zeal for all things Terps throughout his family’s New Jersey house, from the proud red decorations on their Christmas tree to the basement bar and bocce court decked out in Maryland colors and paraphernalia. 

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Terp Business Spotlight

10 for TEN: Alejandra Hernandez ’14

Alejandra Hernandez ’14 grew up in a matriarchy of two immigrant parents.

Rita

Alumni Spotlight, Terp Business Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight

Meet the Board of Governors: Marguerita “Rita” Cheng ‘91, ‘93

The first time Marguerita “Rita” Cheng ‘91, ‘93 set foot on the University of Maryland campus was for freshman orientation.

 
The Testudo statue at the Riggs Alumni Center on Apr. 11, 2024.

Photo by Dylan Singleton/University of Maryland

Terp Business Spotlight, Events and Programs

Friday Five: The #TerpBusiness Directory Is Almost Here!

Welcome to the Friday Five, a roundup of the best your Alumni Association and other UMD communities have to offer. From the latest events to fun facts, here are essentials in five categories for you to check out this weekend.

Jason Feinstein

Alumni Spotlight, Terp Business Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight

Meet the Board of Governors: Dr. Jason M. Feinstein ’91

Dr. Jason Feinstein’s love for the University of Maryland began in an unlikely place: his hometown of Bellmore, New York.

The Testudo statue at the Riggs Alumni Center on Apr. 11, 2024.

Photo by Dylan Singleton/University of Maryland

Terp Business Spotlight, General / Other

Friday Five: Get Ready for Women's History Month

Welcome to the Friday Five, a roundup of the best your Alumni Association and other UMD communities have to offer. From the latest events to fun facts, here are essentials in five categories for you to check out this weekend.

 
The Testudo statue at the Riggs Alumni Center on Apr. 11, 2024.

Photo by Dylan Singleton/University of Maryland

Alumni Spotlight, Terp Business Spotlight

Celebrating Black Terp Businesses

February is Black History Month. While it’s crucial to show support for diverse businesses year round, consider focusing this month on showing Black businesses love.

Serena Rosa Photo

Alumni Spotlight, Terp Business Spotlight

10 for TEN: Serena Rosa ’11

After having her baby, Serena Rosa ’11 started to look at healthcare with a different perspective.