Sydney K.
Alumnus at University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Class of 2023
Current: Elkridge, MD
Major: History
Secondary Major: Print Media
Minor: Ancient Studies
What makes UMBC home?
The UMBC community. Being on campus with my friends and studying together as well as participating in campus events like homecoming brings all of the students together.
How has UMBC helped you grow?
UMBC has given me more confidence. When I worked our summer orientation program, the professional staff helped me to develop my leadership skills which I then transferred over to the classroom. Now I can speak in front of crowds with confidence.
My UMBC hack is...
to get to class an hour early. I'm a commuter and in order to find a parking spot, I like to leave an hour before my class starts to give myself time to park and then time to walk to class.
During my first semester, I wish I would have known...
to go to my professors' office hours. Our professors are here to help and office hours are not only a great way to get extra help in a class, but also a great way to get know your professors.