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Student Blogs

Want to know what life at UMBC is really like? Seven current UMBC students have volunteered to share their own experiences – from making new friends to all-night study sessions to the occasional laundry mishaps. Be sure to check back often and feel free to comment or ask our bloggers any questions that you have about UMBC.

Kaitlyn O'Donnell
Year: freshman
Major: social work/American studies
Hometown: McLean, VA

Smiles and laughter are never in short supply, for Kaitlyn is always surrounded by her friends and tries to make the most out of each day.
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Meron Tesfaye

Meron Tesfaye
Year: freshman
Major: chemical engineering
Hometown: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Meron is an international student that loves cartoons and animation. She spends a lot of time studying for her engineering classes, but also loves getting involved on campus.
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Jen Kent
Year: junior
Major: economics
Hometown: Owings Mills , MD

Through her involvement in Greek Life and Student Government, Jen is impacting the UMBC community (and having fun, too!)
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Gabbrielle Wyatt

Student Stories

Gabrielle Wyatt

Gabrielle wants to be that person who changes the world. Learn why she is aspiring to inspire.

Jason Loviglio

Professors Not to Miss

Jason Loviglio

See what students have to say about our top professors, including Jason Loviglio, director of the new media and communication studies major.