Hometown: Severna Park, Maryland
Major: Psychology (BA), Health Administration and Policy (BA), Minor: Management of Aging Services, BA/MPP
Q: How long have you been at UMBC?
A: Since June 2010
Q: In 12 words or less, what role(s) do you play on campus?
A: Leader, adviser, friend, supporter, encourager, student, coordinator, resource specialist, and outreach specialist.
Q: What aspect of your UMBC role(s) do you enjoy most?
A: I enjoy the experience of interacting and collaborating with a diverse array of professors, staff, leaders, classmates, alumni, friends, and other UMBC stakeholders.
Q: What is the most important or memorable thing you learned in college/have learned at UMBC?
A: When I entered UMBC, I was unsure of what career I wanted to pursue. However, after having the experiences of various positions, diverse classes, and learning from the experiences of others, I have learned more about my strengths, my areas of opportunity, and that I wish to pursue a career as a senior manager of a healthcare organization.
Q: What is one way you have worked with others to make a positive difference at UMBC or in another community?
A: During my time at UMBC, I have been involved with a variety of clubs and organizations (academic/departmental, cultural/ethnic, governance, religion/spirituality, service/social action), have volunteered with three different community service programs offered by the Shriver Center (College Gardens, Success, EBLO), have had exposure performing different types of research (was a research assistant for two psychology labs, am currently the research assistant at the Center for Women in Technology office), and a diverse academic background (also studied Pre-Med). I have had the honor of working for different departments at UMBC: tutor at Student Support Services, tutor at Learning Resources Center, tutor at Academic Center for Student Athletes, Phonathoner at Alumni Relations, office assistant at the University Health Services, and Career Peer Advisor at the Career Services Center. I spent a few months working at a marketing firm in the UMBC Research Park. I had clinical medicine internships, an internship with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and I currently work as a Corporate Compliance Intern for Maxim Healthcare Services. Through these experiences, I have had the opportunity to help others live healthier, happier, and more successful lives. I have often assisted faculty, staff, and other students with development, outreach, and marketing. Through my efforts, I have increased awareness and utilization of resources, awareness of campus news, engagement in opportunities, event attendance, professional development, leadership development, and academic success.
A: The diverse and fabulous array of resources and opportunities provided to members of the UMBC community.
Q: Do you have any UMBC stories, little-known facts about UMBC, favorite spots on campus, or anything else you’d like to share?
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