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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)


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!

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!

My advice to prospective students...

is to try new things!! You don't really know if you'll like something until you experience it. Plus it's better to take the risk and maybe find a new passion or meet new friends.

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!

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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