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Maria Q.

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She/her/hers

Class of 2025

Hometown: Clarksburg, MD

Major: Psychology

Concentration: Biopsychology

I chose UMBC because...

It's close to home, a good distance to stay connected with my family

My advice to prospective students...

Never be afraid to take new opportunities even when it seems scary. During the process remember to trust your strength!

Fun Fact

Learning Portuguese

Favorite Class or Professor and Why

Dr. Beatriz Lauman for Math 290. Encouraged me to persist and trust my abilities. I had heartfelt conversations about my resilience

I'm passionate about...

Nature - Hiking Biking Poetry and Writing Journaling/writing Kickboxing Latin dancing Zumba Conversations

I'm involved with...

Hispanic Latino Student Union InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Latin Dance Team Undergraduate Research Assistant
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