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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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A look back at the 2024 Pride Mentorship Program
Read on to learn about two mentors and their experiences in the 2024 Terp Pride Mentorship Program!
Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight
For Mike Luzio ’98, Serving on Board of Trustees Has “Been an Amazing Ride”
Mike Luzio ’98 admits to something that might be a surprise to anyone who’s met the man who’s decked out his basement in enough University of Maryland gear to make Testudo himself jealous: his first semester at UMD didn’t go all that well.
Alumni Spotlight
Nova Terps Board Member Spotlight - Jana Bowers, Board Secretary
Join us in celebrating Nova Terps Alumni Network Board Member Jana Bowers, the board secretary! Read to learn more about Jana and her time at UMD.
Alumni Spotlight, Terp Writers Corner
Terp Writer's Corner - Richie Frieman '01
Richie Frieman ‘01 wrote “The Optimistics”, after interviewing many individuals who have been diagnosed with Young Onset Dementia/Alzheimer’s and their families. Read on to learn about his journey to writing this novel!
Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight
Do Good Month Volunteer Spotlight - Austin Walker ’11
Do Good Month, April 1-30, is an opportunity for UMD to highlight the good our alums are doing around their communities!
Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight
One Fine Day for Students and Alums in “Intern for a Day” Program
The University Career Center’s Intern for a Day program offers University of Maryland students the chance to spend a day with an alum, getting an inside look at what day-to-day working life is like for professionals in a range of careers.
Alumni Spotlight
Nova Terps Board Member Spotlight - Blake Scherr '06
To better connect you with UMD Alumni in Nova, we are shining the spotlight on our Board members! First up is Blake Scherr '06, NOVA Terps Board President.
Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight
Do Good Month Volunteer Spotlight - Eric Glazer ’11
"Do good" means doing something to have a positive benefit that helps others. Even if it's something small that only affects one person, that's still "doing good" and making a positive impact. However, if it can benefit multiple people or even a whole community, even better!
Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight
Carlton Arrendell ’84 Reflects on the “Dynamic” Changes He’s Seen in College Park
Carlton Arrendell ’84 isn’t worried about how he’s going to stay involved with the University of Maryland once his time on the UMCP Foundation Board of Trustees ends. He knows football season tickets, dropping in on events on campus and friendships with his fraternity brothers will keep him connected–they always have.
Alumni Spotlight, Volunteer Spotlight
Do Good Month Volunteer Spotlight - Tessa Trach ’17
Do Good month, April 1-30, is an opportunity for the University of Maryland to highlight the good our alums are doing throughout their communities!