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Connecting face-to-face: Valedictorian prioritizes supporting one another

May 16, 2022 Jun 17, 2022 / 2 min read

“One of the things I’m most appreciative of is the inclusive and diverse campus of UMBC,” says Shahreen Zannat ’22. “This means a great deal to me because I often find myself to be a little isolated in group settings due to my disability. But not only are the faculty extremely accommodating, but students go out of their way to support me.” Continue Reading Connecting face-to-face: Valedictorian prioritizes supporting one another

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First-gen engineering grad is energized by helping others

May 13, 2022 Jun 17, 2022 / 2 min read

Diane Stonestreet ’22, mechanical engineering, shares, “my time at UMBC has given me the space to better understand and take ownership of my journey as a first-gen student. I’ve become confident in myself, and aware that I do deserve the opportunities that come my way.” Continue Reading First-gen engineering grad is energized by helping others

Data science grad finds unique way to pursue passion for sport

May 12, 2022 Jun 17, 2022 / 2 min read

Chetan Desai, M.P.S. ’22, data science, came to UMBC from India in Spring 2021, overcoming the barriers of international travel during the pandemic, with a unique goal in mind. He wanted to combine his skills in data science with his passion for sport. Continue Reading Data science grad finds unique way to pursue passion for sport

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Challenging the status quo and inspiring young women in tech

May 11, 2022 Jun 17, 2022 / 2 min read

As a Cybersecurity and Center for Women in Technology Scholar from São Paulo, Brazil, Priscila de Almeida Feitosa ’22, computer science, found like-minded classmates at UMBC—students who wanted to change the status quo of representation in technology fields. Continue Reading Challenging the status quo and inspiring young women in tech

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