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.


How to be Fearless: Learning from our Terps Under 30
On the evening of April 3, the University of Maryland Alumni Association and Student Alumni Leadership Council hosted their annual ‘Terps Under 30’ event, which featured four...

Six Reasons to Join Terps Thrive in 2023
New year, new you! Whether you are setting out to crush fitness goals, volunteer in your community, or simply get up with one less alarm in the morning - the start of a new year...

In True Terp Tradition, 'Tis the Season For Giving Back
During the holiday season, many people make it a point to give back, showing gratitude for their many blessings and paying it forward to help those in need, choosing to focus on...

UMD Alumni Association Volunteer Leadership Awards 2022
The University of Maryland Alumni Association annually holds their Volunteer Leadership Awards, in recognition of the great work done by students, volunteers, and networks...

Adventure Awaits Terp Travelers
Few excursions indulge wanderlust like a 5-day cruise on Europe’s storied Danube River, highlighted by attendance at the once-in-a-decade Oberammergau Passion Play in Germany.

Inaugural Young Alumni Conference a Hit With Recent Terp Grads
The inaugural event on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022 was held at the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, and over 100 young alums gathered for a keynote address, breakout sessions, career...

Monday Roundup: Last Chance to Register for EnTERPreneur Conference
Welcome to the Monday Roundup, 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...

Monday Roundup: Elevate Your Business at the EnTERPreneur Conference
Welcome to the Monday Roundup, 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...

Monday Roundup: Last Chance for Maryland in Manhattan Tickets
Welcome to the Monday Roundup, 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...

Empowering Alumnae Igniting Change
On March 14, 2022, in celebration of Women’s History Month, members of the UMD community had the opportunity to hear from three driven alumnae working to make an impact in the...

Friday Five: Commencement 2022
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...