Peter W.
Alumnus at University of Maryland, Baltimore County
They/them/theirs
Class of 2024
Current: Ellicott City, MD
Hometown: Ellicott City, MD
Major: Economics
Secondary Major: Political Science
Minor: French
My most memorable UMBC experience was...
The bonfire. It didn't seem like it was going to be much of anything, until it was -- it was a really pretty fire, and it was nice to be around everyone who was out for it.
Favorite Class or Professor and Why
Debating America with Professor Jeremy Spahr. It's a first-year seminar that was my first ever in-person class. I learned a lot about contemporary issues, and having discussions about them was really fun.
How has UMBC helped you grow?
Every faculty member you'll meet, from teachers to advisors, really cares about your success, academically and personally. I've met a lot of people who have encouraged and helped me to do things I wouldn't have thought I was ready for.
Favorite Local Shop or Restaurant
On campus: Halal Shack, off campus would have to be Fire Wok.