Real People Profiles: Kelvin Harris

Wed, 05 May 2010 12:10:00 -0400
real-people-profiles

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

Name: Kelvin Harris

Hometown: New Haven, Connecticut

Q: How long have you been at UMBC?

A: This is my third academic year at UMBC.

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

A: Community Director for Residential Life, a mentor and advocate for student success!

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

A: I enjoy the everyday interactions with students and the various conversations we engage in. I enjoy inspiring student to succeed and achieve their goals.

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

A: One of the most memorable things I learned in college was how important it is that we give back to our communities with service. “Service is the price we pay for the space we occupy.”

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

A: WWE wrestling! I have been watching it since I was a child!

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: I enjoy playing basketball at the RAC with students. I have met a lot of students that way and it’s a good way for me to stay in shape.