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Karla M.

Alumnus at University of Maryland, Baltimore County

She/her/hers

Class of 2022

Current: Columbia, MD

Hometown: Odenton, MD

Major: Modern Languages & Linguistics

Concentration: Applied Linguistics

Secondary Major: Biological Sciences


My advice to prospective students...

is to take electives that match your interests! You are more likely to perform well in them and you can learn more about a topic you're passionate about.

During my first semester, I wish I would have known...

to get more involved in clubs and activities on campus. It can provide a good balance in your college career.

Fun Fact

I'm trilingual, I am fluent in English and Spanish and I'm currently studying Korean.

Favorite Local Shop or Restaurant

OCA Mocha, a coffee shop in Arbutus that was recently opened by UMBC alumni!

I'm passionate about...

Crafting Learning New Languages Foreign Culture National Student Speech Language Hearing Association Speech Language Pathology

I'm involved with...

Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation (Grit Guide) Welcome Week Leader (Woolie) Biology Council of Majors Hispanic Latino Student Union
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