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Maria Q.

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She/her/hers

Class of 2025

Hometown: Clarksburg, MD

Major: Psychology

Concentration: Biopsychology


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

To reach out for help faster through academic success center tutoring, and attend office hours more often

I chose UMBC because...

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

How has UMBC helped you grow?

Giving me opportunities to voice out my opinions slowly. By sharing my stories, listening to others, and expressing my human self.Through leadership positions like becoming a teaching assistant for first-year students and an academic peer advocate

Favorite Spot on Campus

Library Pond- a spot to process my thoughts, write, and have meaningful conversations with friends

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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