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Kirstin F.

Visual and Performing Arts Grit Guide and Tour Guides and Grit Guide at University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Class of 2025

Hometown: Maryland

Major: Art History and Museum Studies

Concentration: Visual Arts

Minor: Entrepreneurship


Favorite Spot on Campus

One of my favorite spots on campus is the Parking Garage, because my friends and I enjoy driving up there to chill in the car and overlook the campus.

I chose UMBC because...

I chose UMBC because it was one of few universities within the DMV area which offered Animation as a major. I also chose UMBC because I felt it had a community and atmosphere which would allow me to grow and make a name for myself.

Favorite Class or Professor and Why

One of my favorite classes has been ART 425: Writing for Artists, Curators, and Critics with Professor Mark Durant. It was a fantastic class because I was able to learn new writing techniques, and have deeper discussions on how to make my writing more impactful. Professor Durant had a wealth of knowledge to share which was extremely helpful in my literary growth.

Favorite Local Shop or Restaurant

My favorite local shop is Taste Tea in Arbutus, because its the perfect spot to grab a simple "After-Classes treat", "Mid-Week Treat" or "Pick-Me-Up Treat"!

I'm passionate about...

Drawing & Painting Watching Movies Reading Books/Manga/Webtoons

I'm involved with...

Association of Black Artists
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