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Meet the Newest Alums: Bell, Tewelde, and Lomax

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UMBC is always full of hard-working people who aspire to do great things, and the class of 2014 is no exception. Today, we wanted to share with you what some of our recent graduates are planning to do with their Retriever education.In a mere four years at UMBC, ValedictorianTravis Bell, psychology and political science, completed six internships, studied abroad in Chile, and received a mentorship for pursuing a career in public affairs. Along with being the UMBC Club Soccer President and the UMBC Pre-Law Society Founder and Treasurer, Bell was also selected as a finalist for the national Harry S.… Continue Reading Meet the Newest Alums: Bell, Tewelde, and Lomax

Meet our Newest Alums: Donovan, Amazu, Fung Chim, and Connor

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UMBC is always full of hard-working people who aspire to do great things, and the class of 2014 is no exception. Today, we wanted to share with you what some of our recent graduates are planning to do with their Retriever education. After winning the Maryland Sea Grant to study the health of the Chesapeake Bay, Mitchell Donovan, M.S. geography and environmental systems, was also able to present his work at the Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee’s Chesapeake Bay workshop. Donovan’s research has been used to justify amending future models of sediment and contaminant sources. He now plans to fulfill… Continue Reading Meet our Newest Alums: Donovan, Amazu, Fung Chim, and Connor

Alums in the News: Booker-Wilkens, Suess, Adams, and Nevins

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Here at UMBC, we take pride in what our alums accomplish after graduation. Take a moment to see which Retrievers have been on the move and making news! Melody Booker-Wilkens ’86, political science, was recently named Economic Development director for Sussex County, Delaware. In this role, she will work with private partners to help current employers and seek to bring new job creators to Southern Delaware. Chosen from more than 20 applicants, Wilkens has more than 25 years of experience working in the private and public sector. Read more about her new role.     UMBC’s Chief Information officer, Jack Suess ’81,… Continue Reading Alums in the News: Booker-Wilkens, Suess, Adams, and Nevins

Outstanding Alumnus: Michael Adelstein ’96

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Over the next few weeks we’ll be introducing you to this year’s Alumni Award winners. The UMBC Alumni Association proudly honors distinguished alumni and faculty for their accomplishments and dedication to UMBC. Today we’re talking with Michael Adelstein ‘96, biochemistry and molecular biology, about his career as CEO of Potomac Photonics, Inc.  Name: Michael Adelstein ’96, biochemistry and molecular biology Job Title: CEO, Potomac Photonics, Inc. Award Category: Natural and Mathematical Sciences Q: Why did you choose to attend UMBC, and how do you continue to be involved with the university? I chose to attend UMBC because I felt it provided… Continue Reading Outstanding Alumnus: Michael Adelstein ’96

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