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Sam R.

Tour Guides and Grit Guide at University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Class of 2025

Hometown: Centreville, MD

Major: Biology


How has UMBC helped you grow?

This year I was able to meet a lot of new people and make friends, as well as joining a club. It's nice to be around people who also value their academics.

I chose UMBC because...

I went to a previous college that was much too expensive and also just ended up not being as STEM focused as I wanted. UMBC was highly recommended by people close to me, and when I toured the ILSB I just knew this was where I wanted to go.

Favorite Class or Professor and Why

I love Dr. Carpenter and Dr. Cui. Dr. Carpenter teaches chemistry and Dr. Cui teaches physics. Both were classes I knew I would struggle with, but they truly valued their students and wanted us to succeed.

My UMBC hack is...

Carefully calculate how much a meal swipe gets you at each place. It's better to know than to have to use your flex when you didn't plan on it.

I'm passionate about...

CATS crafts Fencing Sciences Video Games

I'm involved with...

Fencing Hillel
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