Real People Profiles: Rachael McCauley

Wed, 31 Aug 2016 20:55:00 -0400

We're asking some of the people you might encounter on the UMBC campus, including students, faculty, staff and alumni, to answer a few questions about themselves and their experiences. These are their responses.

Name: Rachael McCauley

Hometown: Pasadena, MD

Major: Psychology, BA

Q: How long have you been at UMBC?

A: This is my third year here!

Q: What is your current title (job or student organization position)?

A: I am the 2016-2017 Service Intern in Student Life as well as an Orientation Peer Advisor during the summer! I am a member of the Student Events Board.

Q: In 12 words or less, what role(s) do you play on campus?

A: Intern, Leader, Peer Advisor. I like getting people involved!

Q: What aspect of your UMBC role(s) do you enjoy most?

A: I love all of my roles at UMBC! My favorite role would be getting people involved. I believe that my internship and the leadership positions I have and have had on campus all involve sharing knowledge about what UMBC has to offer! It is so rewarding to see someone get involved in something that you encouraged them to check out!

Q: What is the most important or memorable thing you learned in college/have learned at UMBC?

A: I have learned throughout my time so far that UMBC is all what you make it! There are so many clubs and organizations that there is bound to be something for everyone, so why not get involved? Find your cup of tea! :)

Q: What is one way you have worked with others to make a positive difference at UMBC or in another community?

A: I feel like I have made the most difference by being involved in Alternative Spring Break (ASB). ASB is a week long service trip during spring break. There are four different trips you can go on during that week! The trip I went on, I went on as a participant during my first spring break and led the trip during my second spring break. We learned about bringing more positivity and humor into hospitals to decrease pain levels and speed up the rate of recovery! Through this ASB trips, I have seen endless smiles from patients, kind words, and even tears of joy while also building strong relationships with other UMBC peers. This is something I will never forget!

Q: Complete this sentence: "I am a big fan of __________"

A: Chips and salsa, popcorn, and spending time with people!!! (And exclamation points!!!!!!!!)

Q: Do you have any UMBC stories, little-known facts about UMBC, favorite spots on campus, or anything else you’d like to share?

A: My favorite favorite FAVORITE spot at UMBC is The Commons! The Commons has tons of food, the Bookstore, a huge game room (with free popcorn!!! I love popcorn! And free things!), Flat Tuesdays, the Sports Zone, the Student Org Space, Student Life offices, and more! But, my favorite place of all in The Commons is sitting at the tables under the row of flags! Not only can you look up at all the flags and be reminded of UMBC's diversity, but it is also the perfect place to meet up with friends, eat, do homework, etc.!