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Degree Mentors
Why did you choose to major in INDS?
When I entered UMBC I was initially a biology major, but after looking over the required courses for the degree, I realized that it was not the right path for me. In choosing a major that encompassed only one field of study, I would not have been able to adequately represent the interdisciplinary nature of neuroscience that makes it so interesting and unique. By choosing to major in INDS however, I was able to seamlessly incorporate all of these diverse, yet equally important perspectives. In doing so, I feel that I've created a degree that prepares me to both continue my neuroscience education, as well as for any future career endeavors in the field.
What are your plans for after graduation, and how do you see using your INDS degree?
After I graduate, I plan to attend graduate school in the hopes of obtaining a PhD in Neuroscience. This will be necessary if I hope to achieve my ultimate goal of going into neuroscience research, focusing specifically on neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. My INDS degree will be supremely useful for these endeavors, as it has not only helped me to gain specialized knowledge of my field, but also skills and experience that will make me a more well-rounded candidate when applying.
EXTRACURRICULAR
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INDS is pleased to announce the following scholarships for Fall 2024!
Bolton Scholarship:
Arianna Johnson
Arianna is currently majoring in INDS within the Multidisciplinary Studies track. Arianna’s hope is to open a women owned and operated engineering firm. As a First-Generation College student and minority, this opportunity gives her and her family the ability to create history as well as make her ancestors proud.
AJ Ogunsanya
AJ is a December 2024 graduation candidate for an INDS Bachelor of Science degree in the Multidisciplinary Studies track. He has combined coursework in Math, Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science and was accepted into the Accelerated Master’s degree program in Engineering Management. This advanced degree will allow him to bridge the gap between technical expertise and business strategy, preparing him for employment in technology-driven industries. He also has experience in Project management as he has interned for the Whiting-Turner Contracting Company over the past two years.
Hiebler Scholarship:
Shera Crews
Shera is a senior in the INDS program following the Multidisciplinary track. She is proud to be a member of the Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. At an internship at the University of Maryland, Shera gained experience in the dentistry lab studying Alzheimer’s disease. After graduation, she plans to attend graduate school at University of Maryland School of Nursing to earn her MSN and contribute to research on neurodegenerative diseases.
Zainab Damji Scholarship:
Ada Glaser
Ada Glaser is an Individualized Study Bachelor of Arts student following the Integrative Studies track. Her INDS degree is focused on child-centered community development; her second major is Social Work. Ada serves as president of the Social Work Student Association, participates as a member of the campus symphony orchestra, and has been honored to be a Sondheim Public Affairs Scholar where she is a peer mentor for freshmen in the program. This year Ada is excited to be a school social work intern at Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy in Baltimore working with preschool and elementary aged children. After graduation, she plans to pursue a Masters of Social Work at University of Maryland Baltimore.
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