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A GUIDE TO THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF M A RY L A ND

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TRADITIONS

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I F O N LY T H E Y ’ D K N O W N

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RESOURCES

INTRODUCTION

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A GUIDE TO THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE AT M A RY L A N D

INTRODUCTION

You’re holding the M Book—a guide to the student experience at Maryland. From 1916 to 2001, firstyear students turned to the M Book to figure out how to register for classes, learn the code of conduct and generally get a handle on the University of Maryland.

It fizzled out after all this information moved online.

Now, the M Book is back—with fewer rules and a modern focus. In these pages, you’ll instead find Maryland’s past, present and future, and your future, too. Get the backstory on university traditions. Memorize the fight song’s lyrics. Follow real-life advice from recent grads.

(Important: Never pass up a free T-shirt.) Take pride in the accomplishments of Terp alumni. Become a part of Maryland’s legacy of fearlessness.

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VISIT

A LU M N I. U M D. E DU/M B O OK

F O R T H E F U LL E LE C T R O N I C V E R S I O N OF THIS BOOK.

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INTRODUCTION

HERE! SO W H AT SHOU L D YOU DO NOW T H AT YOU ’R E AT U MD?

WELL, E V E RY T H I NG.

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Completing all of the listed items over the next four years is akin to earning your Maryland stripes.

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THE UMD BUCKET LIST

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THE UMD BUCKET LIST

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TESTUDO’S NOSE

FOR GOOD LUCK

CATCH SOME RAYS ON

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THE UMD BUCKET LIST

Keep track of the 20 Bucket List items (pages 16 and 17) you’ve checked off by taking a selfie or video to document your progress. Once you’ve completed any five, head over to the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center with your selfies or videos to get your first commemorative pin and lanyard. Check off five more, and receive another pin. Once you finish the Bucket List, you’ll earn a special medallion to wear at Commencement.

For more information, visit alumni.umd.edu/MBook or contact the Alumni Association’s director of student programming at lnorris1@umd.edu.

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SHARE YOUR PROGRESS WITH FRI EN DS O N SO CIAL M ED IA USI N G # U M D M BO O K .

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T ORY What was Maryland like before you stepped onto campus? (Besides a little less fabulous?)

Here’s the highlight reel of UMD’s history.

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INSTITUTION

1892

A LAND-GRANT

HELD

1865

M A C D E S I G N AT E D

CLASSES

1862

FIRST

1859

1856

HISTORY

MARYLAND

FIRST

FIRST

A G R I C U LT U R A L

STUDENTS

FOOTBALL

COLLEGE (MAC)

G R A D U AT E

TEAM FORMED

CHARTERED

MAC AWAR DS FIRST DEGREES TO TWO STUDENTS, WILLIAM B. SANDS TRUSTEES ISSUE STOCK

(TOP) AND THOMAS

TO RAISE MONEY FOR

FRANKLIN

THE COLLEGE

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HISTORY

S TAT E TA K E S O V E R MAC , RENAMED THE MARYLAND

S TAT U E

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STUDENTS,

I N S TA L L E D

STILL IN USE,

ELIZABETH HOOK

IN FRONT

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AN D CHARLOT TE

OF RITCHIE

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COLISEUM

G R E AT F I R E

MEN’S

D E STROYS

LACROSSE

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TEAM WINS

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FIRST OF 12

ON CAMPUS

N AT I O N A L TITLES

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1933

FIRST TWO FEMALE

1928

TESTUDO

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FIRST BRONZE

O F A G R I C U LT U R E ;

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S TAT E C O L L E G E

HALL, OLDEST

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MORRILL

HISTORY

MEMORIAL

S TA D I U M

CHAPEL

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OPENS

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OPENS

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FIRST AFRICAN

FOOTBALL

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AMERICAN

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U N D E R G R A D U AT E

N AT I O N A L

S T U D E N T,

CHAMPIONSHIP

HIRAM WHITTLE, ENROLLS

HISTORY

OPENS

COLE FIELD

MEN’S SOCCER

HOUSE OPENS

TEAM WINS FIRST OF FOUR N AT I O N A L TITLES

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1972

OPENS

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HORNBAKE

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HISTORY

YO U ARE HERE

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DEAN OF THE

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CLARK SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, B ECO M E S THE 3 4TH PRESIDENT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND

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LANDMARKS

INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION

Maryland’s campus is more than just a collection of buildings— it’s your new home. So take the first steps to making it feel that way.

Walk around and get familiar with UMD’s must-know places.

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MUST-SEE UMD

T E S T U D O S TAT U E S

The best-known bronze sculpture is in front of McKeldin Library, but you can rub his nose for good luck at

P O I N T O F FA I L U R E

Watch out! Located in the pavement between Shoemaker and LeFrak Halls, the lines shooting out from this circle in the pavement point to all of the buildings that existed here at the time of the 1912 fire, two of which were destroyed. According to legend, a student who steps on the point where the lines intersect won’t graduate in four years.

other locations in the Stamp Student Union and outside the Xfinity Center, Maryland Stadium, the Gossett Team House, Van Munching Hall and Riggs MEMORIAL CHAPEL AND

Alumni Center.

GARDEN OF REFLECTION

Need a quiet moment?

Head inside the nondenominational chapel or take a walk through the garden labyrinth. Jot a few thoughts in one of the journals stored under the benches there.

NYUMBURU C U LT U R A L C E N T E R

M C K E L D I N M A L L /O D K F O U N TA I N KISSING TUNNEL

Located under Regents Drive, this tunnel used to attract Terp couples looking for a private smooching spot.

From a hammock or the lawn, take in the hustle and bustle on the mall, stretching across 16.28 acres and often cited as the biggest of its kind on a university campus. The fountain in the middle celebrates members of the Omicron Delta Kappa honor society.

The Nyumburu Cultural Center is the hub of AfricanAmerican culture on campus, hosting musical performances, art exhibits, lectures and more.

MUST-SEE UMD

COLE FIELD HO U S E

S TA M P S T U D E N T U N I O N

rab lunch (or a scoop of ice G cream from the famed Maryland Dairy), study, buy Terp gear or see a movie at the Adele H. Stamp Student Union, a hub for students and visitors alike.

For decades, Cole was the home of Maryland basketball. Now undergoing a reimagining, it’ll soon be home to a living laboratory where researchers and athletes will work together to advance the science of sport.

WIND TUNNEL SAMUEL RIGGS IV ALUMNI C E N T E R A N D M OX L E Y G A R D E N S

et acquainted with the Alumni G Association at this center for all things post-graduate.

Since 1949, researchers have braved the Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel to learn more about aerodynamics. With wind speeds up to 230 miles per hour, the wind tunnel has been instrumental in experiments involving submarines, battleships, missiles, airplanes and more.

HORNBAKE PLA ZA/FREDERICK D O U G L A S S S TAT U E J I M H E N S O N S TAT U E

ozy up with the original C Muppeteer, Jim Henson ’60, and Kermit the Frog—which Henson created while a umd student— outside the Stamp Student Union.

Feel inspired by the legacy of native Marylander Frederick Douglass, the famous abolitionist and orator, at the statue, surrounded by some of his most inspirational quotes.

C A M P U S FA R M

Connect with umd’s roots as the Maryland Agricultural College at our working farm and unconventional classroom, where horses, sheep and dairy cows live just steps away from residence halls and academic buildings.

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Traditions link Maryland students from generation to generation—sort of a conga line of Terps.

Some of these uniquely UMD

experiences live

on today, while others have taken their place in university history. Either way, they’re what make our university so special.

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TRADITIONS

R U B B I N G T E S T U D O ’ S N O S E A N D L E AV I N G H I M O F F E R I N G S It’s the quintessential Maryland tradition. Sit outside McKeldin Library for just a minute or two, and you’ll see at least a few passersby reach out and rub the nose of the most popular bronze Testudo statue (we have seven!). It’s said to bring good luck—as is leaving Testudo offerings during finals. Food, drinks and coins are typical gifts, but furniture, a potted plant and even a robot have been left at Testudo’s feet.

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T H E M The M Circle, a traffic circle featuring a giant floral "M," was a campus landmark since 1976. In 2020, to make way for the light-rail Purple Line, the M scooted just across the street from the original site on Campus Drive. Now students have a new scenic backdrop for selfies and commencement pictures.

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S U N B AT H I N G AT T H E S TA D I U M The scorching bleachers at what is now Maryland Stadium were a literal hotspot for socializing and sunbathing on hot days in the 1970s and ’80s.

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TRADITIONS

C L A S S WA R S/ K I N G O F T H E M O U N TA I N Beginning in the days when the University of Maryland was known as the Maryland Agricultural College, first-year students and sophomores took each other on in so-called class wars, attempting feats of physical strength like tug-of-war and “King of the Mountain,� in which they climbed a 120-foot water tower on campus.

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TRADITIONS

B E A N I E S From the 1910s through the 1960s, first-year students were required to wear beanies—“rat caps” for men and “rabbit caps” for women—at all times on campus. They looked as fashionable as they sound.

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TRADITIONS

M AY DAY The annual celebration, which spanned 1923–61, included choosing a May queen from the senior class to oversee a day of dancing around the maypole, songs and a pageant or play.

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TRADITIONS

C A M P U S G H O S T S Legend has it that Marie Mount Hall, the Rossborough Inn and Morrill Hall, among other buildings, are all home to ghosts.

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TRADITIONS

F L AG U N F U R L I N G During every home football and men’s basketball game, a giant Maryland state flag is unfurled over a section of fans.

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TRADITIONS

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TRADITIONS

T HEN

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TRADITIONS

NOW R E A D I N G T H E D I A M O N D B AC K AT B A S K E T B A L L G A M E S Students have long read (or at least pretended to read) The Diamondback at basketball games when visiting teams are announced. After all, it’s more interesting than their lineup.

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TRADITIONS

F L A S H M O B At one home basketball game every year, students break into a choreographed flash mob, turning the student section into a sea of unified bopping and swaying—and an instant smash on YouTube.

TRADITIONS

TRADITIONS

T U R T L E B O U N C E During every football game, the umd drum line plays a signature beat that signals it’s time for the crowd to stand, cheer and dance.

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TRADITIONS

C A N N O N Every time Maryland scores a touchdown at a home game, a cannon blasts and the band plays the school’s Victory Song.

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Pick your party—or parties. The University of Maryland brings Terps together every year at uniquely fun gatherings. We practically guarantee lifelong memories.

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A R T AT TAC K

Every May, students bask in the spring weather at Art Attack, an outdoor festival featuring free activities like a petting zoo, zip line and henna tattoos, along with live music.

EVENTS

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EVENTS

B 1 G S H O W AT FA L L W E L C O M E At the kickoff to Maryland’s athletic season, first-year students learn the lyrics to the Maryland Victory Song and alma mater; the Mighty Sound of Maryland marching band, cheerleaders and dance team perform; and everybody gets a huge blast of school spirit.

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EVENTS

F I R S T L O O K FA I R

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EVENTS

UMD has more than 900 clubs, activities and

teams. Don’t get overwhelmed! For two days every September, hundreds of organizations set up tables in a festival on McKeldin Mall to recruit members at the First Look Fair.

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EVENTS

G R A D B A S H A N D R I N G C E R E M O N Y Before you graduate, celebrate with music, games and more at the Alumni Association’s Grad Bash. At the accompanying Ring Ceremony, pick up your class ring and toast your fellow grads.

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H O M E C O M I N G A comedy show, live music, tailgates and, of course, football are all part of a jam-packed week of fun every fall.

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M A RY L A N D DAY The last Saturday of every April becomes a celebration of all things umd. More than 80,000 people across the dmv come to this massive open house of family-friendly activities, performances and exhibitions.

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WALD O STO PPED

BY MARYL AN D TO TAKE IN TH E H U BBU B O F MARYL AN D DAY— CAN YO U FIN D HIM AN D TE STU D O IN TH E CROWD?

EVENTS

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M I D N I G H T M I L E Basketball season at Maryland gets started with the Midnight Mile, a tradition started in 1971 by legendary coach Lefty Driesell and revived in 2018. At 11:30 p.m., students join the men’s basketball team to take a run around Kehoe Track. Dancing—and pizza-eating—usually ensue.

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Q U E L C O M E Each fall, the lgbt Equity Center hosts a welcome event for all lgbtq and allied students, faculty, staff and alumni, featuring music, food and

dancing.

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L E T ' S G O PA R T Y !

EVENTS

S TA M P A L L- N I T E R Think all-nighters are just for that paper you put off writing?

Every fall, the Stamp Student Union hosts an all-night party that has included karaoke, movie marathons, step shows, concerts and more.

EVENTS

T E R P T H O N The biggest student group on campus has raised more than $5 million in 11 years for Children’s National Health System, culminating each year in a wild 12-hour dance marathon.

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You’ll hear a few traditonal songs throughout your time at Maryland. Start practicing the lyrics now!

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F I G H T

“ SONG

FIGHT, FIGHT FOR MARYLAND, Honor now her name again, Push up the score, keep on fighting for more, FOR MARYLAND, GO TERPS! And we will fight, fight, FIGHT for TERRAPINS,

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Keep on fighting till we win.

So sing out our song as we go marching along, TO VICTORY!

A LM A M AT E R “Hail, Alma Mater!

Hail to thee Maryland!

Steadfast in loyalty, For thee we stand.

Love for the black and gold, Deep in our hearts we hold.

Singing thy praise forever, Throughout the land.�

SONGS

V I C T O RY S O N G “Maryland, we’re all behind you, Raise high the black and gold.

For there is nothing half so glorious, As to see our team victorious.

We’ve got the steam, Terps, We’ve got the team, Terps, So keep on fighting, don’t give in!

M-A-R-Y-L-A-N-D, Maryland will win!”

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Congrats! Just by coming to the University of Maryland, you’ve joined an illustrious group. Lots of Terps have gone on to succeed in entertainment, politics, business, media, sports and more. Now go do some namedropping‌

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NOTABLE TERP S

S C O T T VAN P E LT ’16 ESPN “ SP ORTSCENTER ” HOST TI M SW E E N E Y ’93 FOUNDER OF EPIC GAMES , HOME TO “ FORTNITE”

CAR LY F I O R I NA M BA ’80 FORMER HE WLE T T PACK ARD CEO, FORMER U. S .

PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE

S TE N Y H OY E R ’63 LONGTIME U. S .

REPRESENTATIVE FROM MARYL AND GAY LE KI N G ’76 “CB S THIS MORNING” CO ANCHOR

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NOTABLE TERP S

JIM H E N S O N ’60 MUPPE TS CRE ATOR J U D ITH R E S N I K P H.D. ’7 7 ASTRONAUT ON SPACE SHUT TLE CHALLENGER

M I C HAE L E ALY ’96 ACTOR IN MOVIES SUCH AS “ BARBERSHOP,” “ THE PERFECT GU Y ”

GIULIANA RANCIC ’96 T V PERSONALIT Y, AUTHOR , CLOTHING DESIGNER CONNIE C H U N G ’6 9 JOURNALIST

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NOTABLE TERP S

S TE F O N DIGGS (2012-14) BUFFALO BILLS WIDE RECEIVER

A AR O N M C G R U D E R ’98 CRE ATOR OF COMIC STRIP “ THE BOONDOCKS”

KEVIN PLANK ’96 UNDER ARMOUR FOUNDER , CEO

B R E N DAN I R I B E (1997- 98) CO -FOUNDER AND CEO OF OCULUS

LIZ LE M O N ’92 FICTIONAL CRE ATOR , WRITER OF “ TGS WITH TR ACY JORDAN ” ON “ 30 ROCK”

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NOTABLE TERP S

SERGEY B R I N ’93 GOOGLE CO -FOUNDER

DOMINIQUE DAWES ’02 OLYMPIC GOLD -MEDAL GYMNAST

F LO R E NT G R O B E R G ’06 MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT

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J OY BAUER ’86 HE ALTH AND NUTRITION E XPERT ON “ THE TODAY SHOW ”

J E F F KI N N E Y ’93 “ DIARY OF A WIMPY KID” AUTHOR

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ALUMNI.UMD.EDU

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

YOUR ALUMNI ASSOCIATION IS TRULY YOURS: IT’S THE ONE RESOURCE THAT CAN CONNECT YOU WITH FELLOW TERPS, PREPARE YOU FOR NEW OPPORTUNITIES, AND STRENGTHEN YOUR LEGACY AND ALMA MATER. SHOW YOU R LOV E FOR THE BL ACK A ND GOLD AT TA ILGATES OR W HILE CHEERING FROM THE SIDELIN ES. EXPA ND YOU R SOCI A L A ND PROFESSIONA L CIRCLES AT HU NDREDS OF EV EN TS. STAY IN THE K NOW W ITH A R A NGE OF PUBLICATIONS TA ILORED JUST FOR YOU. YOUR ALUMNI ASSOCIATION IS HERE TO HELP YOU STAY INFORMED AND CONNECTED AFTER GRADUATION.

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

to build professional and personal relationships.

VOLUNTE E R to have fun doing good for your community with other Terps.

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A DVO CATE for umd on social media, in conversation and even with elected officials in Annapolis and D.C.

back so that tomorrow’s students can benefit from the same world-class education that you’re getting today.

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ALU M NI. UMD.EDU/ SALC

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

G ET S TAR TE D N OW BY J O I N I N G TH E S T U D E NT ALU M N I LEAD E R S H I P C O U N C I L! YO U ’LL H O S T F U N AN D I N F O R MATIVE E VE NT S AN D P R O G R AM S F O R P R O S P E C TIVE , AD M IT TE D AN D C U R R E NT S T U D E NT S . P LU S , YO U ’LL M E ET TE R P S F R O M ALL G E N E R ATI O N S , H O N E YO U R LEAD E R S H I P S KI LLS AN D B O O S T TE R P S P I R IT.

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GIVE BACK

PHILANTHROPY GIVES F UTU RE TERRAPIN S THAT N U D GE IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION. FROM FUNDING SCHOLARSHIPS AND RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES TO NEW S TAT E - O F -T H E -A R T FAC I L I T I E S O N CAMPU S, GENERO U S TERPS HELP M A K E YO U R M A RY L A N D E X P E R I E N C E U N F O R G E T TA B L E .

OUR LARGEST FUNDRAISING EFFORT E V E R , F E A R LE S S I D E A S : TH E C A M PA I G N F O R MARYLAN D, W I LL R AI S E $1.5 B I LLI O N TO FUND SCHOLARSHIPS, RESEARCH, FAC U LT Y A N D C A P I TA L P R O J E C T S .

THIS EFFORT INCLUDES THE CLARK C H A L L E N G E F O R T H E M A RY L A N D PROMISE, A NEW SCHOLARSHIP P R O G R A M F O R A R E A R E S I D E N T S W H O, W I T H O U T S U C H S U P P O R T, M I G H T N O T B E A B L E T O AT T E N D T H E U N I V E R S I T Y O F M A RY L A N D. H E R E A R E J U S T A F E W M O R E WAY S PHILANTHROPY HAS TRANSFORMED M A RY L A N D. H O W W I L L YO U M A K E T H E M O S T O F T H E S E U N F O R G E T TA B L E O P P O R T U N I T I E S D U R I N G YO U R T I M E I N C O L L E G E PA R K ?

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S C H O L A R S H I P S Each year thousands of donors give to support scholarships for Maryland students. Those donors have provided more than 2,100 student scholarships just this year.

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E DWA R D S T. J O H N LE A R N I N G A N D T E AC H I N G C E N T E R ( 20 17 )

B R E N DA N I R I B E C E N T E R FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING ( 20 19) A . JA M E S C L A R K H A LL ( 20 17 )

B U I L D I N G S Maryland’s campus has cool architecture, including buildings that house some of your labs and lectures. Coming soon, thanks to generous donors: a 70,000-square-foot building for the School of Public Policy; a transformed Cole Field House, bringing together sport and science; and the E.A. Fernandez idea Factory, where cutting-edge facilities will spark engineering innovations.

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GIVE BACK

EVERY MARCH, ON GIVING DAY, MARYLAND ALUMNI, FACULTY, STAFF, STUDENTS AND FANS COME TOGETHER FOR 24 HOURS TO RAISE FUNDS IN SUPPORT OF SCHOLARSHIPS, RESEARCH, THE ARTS, ATHLETICS—AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN.

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With more than $1.6 million raised in 2020, G I V I N G DAY is your chance to be a part of something big.

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GIVE BACK D O G O O D You’re now a part of the nation’s first Do Good campus, inspiring a culture of philanthropy and social innovation, and making sure that students like you can improve their community, state and world.

DoGood.umd.edu

H OW CA N YO U DO GOOD? S O M E I D E AS : • TEACH A CHILD TO READ • CLEAN A PARK • GIVE TO A FOOD PANTRY/ WOMEN’S SHELTER/HOMELESS SHELTER • ORGANIZE A CLOTHES DRIVE • COACH A KIDS’ TEAM • REDUCE/REUSE/RECYCLE • PERFORM AT A RETIREMENT COMMUNIT Y • PLANT A TREE • ADOPT A SHELTER ANIMAL • BE KIND TO FELLOW DRIVERS • CHECK IN ON YOUR NEIGHBOR • SHOVEL AN EX TRA DRIVEWAY • DONATE BLOOD • GIVE UP YOUR SEAT • ADVOCATE FOR EQUALIT Y

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DON’T FORGET H O W C LO S E Y O U A R E

WHAT DO YOU REALLY NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LIFE AT MARYLAND? WE ASKED THE PEOPLE WHO KNOW BEST: CURRENT STUDENTS AND RECENT GRADUATES. READ ON FOR WHAT THEY WISH SOMEONE HAD TOLD THEM ABOUT THE INS AND OUTS OF UMD.

T O D.C . !

WO M E N ’ S VO L L E Y B A L L H A S T H E BE S T H A L F T I M E S HOW.

THERE'S NO SHOPPING ON THE MALL.

YO U CAN AS K F O R F U L L- S I Z E S M O O T H I E S AT THE DINER.

NEVER SK IP A N EVENT

THE MICHELLE SMITH

M U S IC P L A Y S

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PERFORMING ARTS

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A C T UA L LY A BE A C H .

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A dive into old M Books reveals rules and tips for life on campus that are so wildly outdated that you’ll be forgiven for suspecting we made these up.

We didn’t. Along with those snippets, you’ll get glimpses of today’s University of Maryland experience in all its vibrant, Testudo—loving glory. So take a glance at some of what the next four years have in store for you.

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F ROM T HE 1978 M BOOK

“If you must drive, arrive at your assigned lot early. Dawn is a little extreme; five minutes before your noon class is sheer folly. Be advised that the first two weeks of classes is the worst time for traffic because everyone is here all the time.�

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F ROM T HE 1953 M BOOK “To be safe and sure of the best wardrobe, buy carefully and tastefully. Avoid that pale champagne cashmere with rhinestone and pearl trimming and look for easy-to-care-for pullovers to match your skirts. If you aren’t sure of the best in college fashions, avoid buying all of your clothes until after you have returned to school for a week or two, and check on what the upper class, experienced gal goes for.”

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F ROM T HE 1946 M BOOK “There will be no smoking at dances, in class room or any other place on campus except in the following: 1. Rooms designated for smoking in the dormitories.

2. Rest rooms in the class buildings.

3. Drug stores.�

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F ROM THE 1930 M BOOK

“Girls may have men callers at the dormitory after dinner until 7:30 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings until 10:30 P.M.”

F ROM T HE 1924 M BOOK “Freshmen must tip their caps and speak to all upperclassmen, addressing them with ‘sir’ and ‘pardon.’”

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F ROM THE 1960 M BOOK

“If you feel the need for nourishment, the lunch room is open from 8 to 4 o’clock.

This is a real good place to socialize and show off your dancing talent. The tables can be pushed back at 4 p.m.

The jukebox will most likely be busy.”

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F ROM T HE 1972 M BOOK “Eating in a University dining hall is probably the easiest way to plan for meals if you’re living on campus. And, if you don’t have time to eat, the dining hall will fix you a packed lunch. But don’t expect a home cooked meal. Since the food is prepared in huge quantities, quality is lacking. Don’t be surprised if you gain weight.

The food is starchy, and your meal ticket allows you to eat as much as you want. The food is monotonous, but occasionally there are exceptionally good meals, such as nationality and holiday dinners.”

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RESOURCES

You’re new around here—let the Department of Resident Life help you get acquainted with your surroundings. Resident Life is your go-to for everything to make living on campus easier and more comfortable. reslife.umd.edu Need to get around? The Department of Transportation Services (dots) can help you with that. Whether you’re getting somewhere by car, shuttle or bike, dots has everything you need to keep you going. dots.umd.edu

Hungry? The Department of Dining Services has restaurants, cafés, convenience shops and dining halls to suit any taste. dining.umd.edu Whether you’re having a medical emergency or need to pick up a prescription, the University Health Center has you covered. health.umd.edu Looking for a group to join?

Browse the selection of more than 900 student organizations to find the perfect fit for you. terplink.umd.edu

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RESOURCES

You might not be ready to think about life after college yet, but when you are, the Career Center can teach you how to write a standout cover letter and nail a job interview—and connect you with potential employers. careers.umd.edu Whether you want to join the club tennis team or go whitewater kayaking on the Potomac River, University Recreation and Wellness has plenty of options to keep you active. recwell.umd.edu

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Learn what’s expected of you as a student and member of the University of Maryland community by familiarizing yourself with the Office of Student Conduct. studentconduct.umd.edu When you need academic or personal support, check out the resources offered at the Counseling Center. counseling.umd.edu

N OW G E T S TA R T E D O N T H AT B U C K E T LI S T— A N D S TA R T M A K I N G YO U R OW N T R A D I T I O N S AT M A RY L A N D.

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AC K N O W L E D G E M E N T S :

Special thanks to the people who put this book together: Lauren Brown, John T. Consoli, Stephanie S. Cordle, Jagu Cornish, ChristieLyn Diller, Margaret Hall, Jason Keisling, Sala Levin, Gail Rupert and Hailey Hwa Shin in the Office of Strategic Communications; Jason Speck and Anne Turkos in University Archives; Zimri Diaz in the Division of Student Affairs; Lauren Norris in the Alumni Association; the Student Alumni Leadership Council; and Maryland Athletics.

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