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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)


What makes UMBC home?

The people. Everyone is so genuine, helpful, and wants to see you happy and successful.

Favorite Class or Professor and Why

Dr. Freeland! He's my Individualized Studies (INDS) advisor and is someone who really understands where I want to go and pushes me to get there and beyond, but creatively and in my own way.

How has UMBC helped you grow?

UMBC has given me the support I needed to recognize my potential and to pursue my dreams with confidence. I've come to realize that what I've wanted to achieve is within reason and that I have the motivation and resources necessary to my success. The sky really is the limit!!

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

how to use my time and resources better. I lacked a sense of balance to match my sense of purpose and I think I could have been a little more successful, but each semester I get better at it!

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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