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For the last five years, Olivia Owens did it all at IFundWomen, a funding platform for women-owned businesses and the people who want to support them with access to capital, coaching and connections. Owens worked in marketing, business development and partnership, leading to 2020 when she launched IFundWomen of Color to address disparities.

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 is always a great refresh.

Lucky for you, your Alumni Association has been thinking about how we can continue to bolster support for our alums, and in this new year, we have something special for all of our women-identifying Terps ready to tackle their future with energy and support.

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 the true meaning of the season..

Growing up in Miami, Fla., Cristina Meneses ‘15, at times, felt as though she grew up in a bubble..

Founder of Thick-N-Thin Brewing Co, Adam Emral Shaool ’04, talks about bringing craft beer to Western Maryland. Read more to learn about his mission and what advice helped him to develop his business.

Founder, CEO and Creative Consultant for MNJ Media Consulting, Madinah James ’98 discusses her take on diversifying domestic and international news. Below, she discusses how she has developed her profit and non-profit ventures after covering numerous different industries.

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

The University of Maryland is no stranger to producing graduates with big dreams. And Marshall Fitzgerald's story to successful Terp Business Owner is no different. 

We asked, and you answered. Thank you for participating in our 2022 alumni survey, and for providing valuable feedback. The Alumni Association is here for you - #StayFearlessUMD

Read success stories from Terps who have advanced their careers through Terrapins Connect, our virtual mentorship, networking and job board platform.

Kate Carney (left) and Alison Cardy (right) were connected on Coaches Corner - a program connecting Terps with career coaches that help them start, advance or pivot their career.

Leave your legacy with a named gift which will support and maintain a place for alumni to gather at the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, home to the Alumni Association.

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.

Strategic plan.  Forever Fearless.  Mission and vision.

Our alums hopped in the wayback machine to share their fun and favorite experiences as students for this virtual scrapbook series. Read on to revel in the memories and get some Terp tingles!