I chose UMBC because...

of the environment that accepts everyone's individuality and its proximity to home.

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

college is nothing like high school and I have to create boundaries between social life and academics

Favorite Class or Professor and Why

English 243 was my favorite class because the discussions about different genres of literature that relate to politics, feminism, racism, and heroism were always so interesting.

My advice to prospective students...

take advantage of what UMBC has to offer! There are many resources and activities on campus.

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