Message from the Alumni Association President

On behalf of the University of Maryland Alumni Association, congratulations on your graduation! I’m honored to welcome you into our family of more than 422,000 Terp alums.

You and your fellow graduates have been put to the test, and you’ve passed with flying colors. As an official alum of the University of Maryland, I want to take the opportunity to make you a promise: your Alumni Association is here for you, because we are Fearlessly committed to your success.

It is my wish that as alums, you will wear our colors proudly and continue to demonstrate to the world the high-quality education Maryland provides. In turn, Maryland will continue to educate the country’s brightest students, pursue cutting-edge research, encourage innovation and entrepreneurship, explore the arts and reach even greater athletic renown. You will always be a Terp and always have a home at Maryland at the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center—be sure to visit us when you come back to campus in the years ahead.

I encourage you to make a commitment to your alma mater by joining your Alumni Association. As a member, you will leave your own legacy and show your support for the university that shaped who you are today. 

Your Alumni Association membership will help you stay in touch with friends you made on campus, prepare you for your career through networking and professional development, and keep you informed about alumni and campus news. You can also take advantage of our newly expanded member benefits, including career and industry networking and lifelong learning opportunities to help you develop both professionally and personally.

Now go forth with the strength of your Maryland degree and remember that your Alumni Association is here to help you stay active, stay informed, stay connected and move Fearlessly Forward.

Go Terps!

Laurie A. De Armond ’94
President, University of Maryland Alumni Association Board of Governors