During my first semester, I wish I would have known...

to look for more study places around campus. There are so many places that my friends used to study, and I hope to continue to explore new places that will get me out of my dorm.

How has UMBC helped you grow?

It has encouraged me to go out of my comfort zone to meet new friends and take advantage of exciting opportunities.

My most memorable UMBC experience was...

going to Convocation. It filled me with a sense of school pride from my very first week on campus.

My advice to prospective students...

Get in touch with students and professors in your intended major. Find out what the school is like from people already experiencing it.

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