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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


Favorite Local Shop or Restaurant

There are a lot of great places around, but I love Atwater's. It has a very calming vibe and is a great place to do some work off campus!

I chose UMBC because...

I was offered a Humanities Scholarship, I liked that it was close to my house but far enough away to feel separate, and I wanted a medium sized school.

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.

My most memorable UMBC experience was...

Study Abroad. From narrowing down where I wanted to go, to applying (with the Education Abroad office) and finally going, the entire experience was challenging and incredibly rewarding. I am privileged to have been able to study abroad and am grateful for the help I received while at home and abroad.

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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