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Lydia M.

Alumnus at University of Maryland, Baltimore County

She/her/hers

Class of 2022

Current: Eldersburg, MD

Hometown: Eldersburg, MD

Major: Biology

Concentration: Marine Biology

Secondary Major: Individualized Studies (INDS)


My UMBC hack is...

talk to people! The more connections you make the better your UMBC experience will be, from making new friends and memories to getting useful opportunities along your career path!

Fun Fact

I want to study sharks and they're one of my favorite animals, but if I could be any animal then I'd be an otter!

I chose UMBC because...

of our strong reputation as a STEM and research university. When I was looking for schools, I knew I wanted to either do research or become a doctor and a school with a reputation like UMBC's was a natural choice. Also, I'm a middle child and my parents liked the cost after in-state tuition since they have two other out of state tuitions to pay.

Favorite Spot on Campus

The Commons in the morning is surprisingly quiet and peaceful and it's one of my favorite spots to study before it gets busier during lunch.

I'm passionate about...

Animals Being Outdoors Nature Rowing Exercise Vegetarian sharks Food Marine Biology STEM Biology

I'm involved with...

Rowing Student Alumni Association Honors College
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