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Maria H.

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

Class of 2026

Hometown: Eldersburg, MD

Major: Social Work

Secondary Major: Psychology

Minor: Entrepreneurship


Favorite Spot on Campus

My favorite spot on campus is the 7th floor of the library. I love to find a cozy corner and do my homework and catch up with friends!

My advice to prospective students...

Make sure you look into everything UMBC has to offer! Their are endless opportunities and resources provided at UMBC, so looking into all that UMBC has to offer is essential!

I chose UMBC because...

I loved the size of the campus and the Social Work program at UMBC!

Favorite Class or Professor and Why

Professor Marcela Mellinger. She is my favorite professor as she pushed me to work harder than any other teacher has. I produced my best work in her class due to her amazing teaching and encouragement. If you ever have the opportunity too take her for SOWK 360 please do!

I'm passionate about...

Crafting scrapbooking Crocheting! Video Gaming Singing Social Work Psychology Drinking Coffee

I'm involved with...

Peer Mentor Orientation Fellow Orientation Peer Ambassador
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