Tour Guides and Grit Guide at University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Class of 2026
Hometown: San Salvador, El Salvador
Major: Social Work
Minor: Spanish
Favorite restaurant has to be long horn since I grew up going there for my either my birthday or one of my parents.
My advice for prospective student is to research all the schools and visit the campus to see which school feels like you belong.
What makes UMBC home is that it gives off a home friendly environment you don't feel overwhelmed. Every staff member is very nice, and they are all willing to help you. All the event that happens here like homecoming are the best since there's a carnival, dog parade, and a petting zoo with farm animals.
My most memorable UMBC experience was the first night I stayed, and it was welcome week there were fireworks and I remember calling my parents and them saying that I look happy, and I told them I was excited for this new journey.