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Sophie S.

Alumnus at University of Maryland, Baltimore County

She/her/hers

Class of 2021

Current: Baltimore, MD

Hometown: Baltimore, MD

Major: Psychology

Secondary Major: Media and Communication Studies

Minor: French


My advice to prospective students...

is take your time considering where you want to go and visiting colleges (when possible), but try not to stress too much when choosing! You can find a home and friends wherever you go, plus you could always transfer! At UMBC, we accept almost as many transfer students as first-year students per year. You will always find the place for you, so trust yourself.

My UMBC hack is...

going to the Psychology Building on floor 3 or 4 and doing work! They have desks on those floors, and it is secluded and quiet.

What makes UMBC home?

My friends! Not only does UMBC have a welcoming environment, I have made amazing best friends and acquaintances who make UMBC feel safe and feel like home.

Favorite Spot on Campus

Pig Pen Pond or the stretch of grass and trees outside the library.

I'm passionate about...

environmentalism Story telling Hiking and the Outdoors

I'm involved with...

Environmental Task Force Aikido Humanities Scholars Honors College
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