For One Maryland Family, Terp Basketball Connects Generations
Some people have a dream college from the time they’re in middle school. For Stephanie Groff ’13, that moment came a little earlier: in utero.
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.
Alums Crack Crabs, Celebrate Terp Spirit
For Maryland graduates who have never been to an Alumni Association Crab Feast, let Brad Hench ’75 explain what’s on the menu.“There’s crab, crab and more crab!”
Eight Reasons to Support Alum-Owned Businesses
The Terp Business Directory serves as a bridge between alums and the businesses that fellow alums have established, fostering a sense of community, support and mutual growth...
Volunteer Leader Awards 2023
Each year, the Alumni Association holds its annual Network Dinner and Awards ceremony as an opportunity to recognize the outstanding achievements of our academic, affinity and...
So, how do I get my kid into Maryland?
Read some Tips and Tricks from the president of 'No Anxiety Prep' and UMD alumna Nikkee Porcaro '07.
Terp Writer's Corner - Bill Kennedy's 'Dark Side of the Moon'
Bill Kennedy ‘69, is the Sci-Fi author of three novels, “The Dark Side of the Moon” and “The Dark Side of the Moon: The Return (a duology), and “Angels in the Desert". He...
Cinco formas de celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana
Terps, ha llegado el momento de celebrar Hispanic Heritage Month!
Five ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Terps, ha llegado el momento de celebrar Hispanic Heritage Month! Here’s five different ways you can celebrate.
Terp Writer's Corner - Kim Johnson's "Invisible Son"
Invisible Son, is Kim Johnson’s ‘03, latest young adult novel, coming after her award-winning debut young project: “This is my America”,
She's making her mark, and it's by design
Grossmueller McClure was on a pre med track in high school. But visits to a family friend’s sample room, complete with multiple types of materials, colors and textures, helped...
Tamno's mission - A better tomorrow
Moving to Maryland in 2007 from his native Cameroon, Rick Marving Tamno '17 wasted little time getting involved in the Frederick community, where he volunteered at the local...
These devoted Terps are UMD fans for life
Scott Van Pelt might be the most famous Maryland sports fan, but the Friedman family is arguably one of its most loyal. Some might even describe them as brand ambassadors.