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Winter 2025

Kan Cao holds flask as she works in lab

Features

January 15, 2025
A UMD researcher of a rare disease that fatally ages children has discovered how an obscure blue compound could help us all look younger.
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Explorations

January 15, 2025
Researchers Devise Spoilage-Stopping Tech That Could Change How We Grow, Buy and Store Produce
Kermit sits with statue of himself and Jim Henson on UMD campus

Parting Shot

January 15, 2025
Famed Frog Makes a Rainbow Connection With Terps
three women smile with cow

Post-Grad

January 15, 2025
An ‘Underexposed’ Photo of UMD History
Nasozi Kakembo poses next to Juju hat

Post-Grad

January 15, 2025
Alumna’s Book Weaves Together African Design Principles and Contemporary Decor
goldendoodle with UMD bandana

Post-Grad

January 15, 2025
Antics of Alums’ Goldendoodle Bring Joy to Millions on Social Media
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Post-Grad

January 15, 2025
Terp Promotes On-Screen Representation by Making Avatars More Customizable
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Post-Grad

January 15, 2025
The Alumni Excellence Awards
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Explorations

January 15, 2025
Ask the Expert: Advice for Real Life
Joi Howard poses by brick columns and greenery

Features

January 15, 2025
Joi Howard ’03 seeks to turn a shuttered, segregated psychiatric hospital into a working farm and wellness site for the Black community.
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Features

January 15, 2025
No matter the decade, Terps found refuges and ‘Rendezvous’ points on College Park’s Main Street
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Explorations

January 15, 2025
Migraines Rob Doctoral Student of Words. He Helps Youths Find Theirs.
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Explorations

January 15, 2025
Management Researcher Eyes Steps to Improve Escalator Efficiency
Jill Bradbury signs in front of stage next to electronic sign that reads, "Welcome to the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center"

Explorations

January 15, 2025
School’s First Deaf Leader to Expand Options to Guests
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Explorations

January 15, 2025
System Can Predict Approach of Giant Waves

Class Notes

News on Friends and Classmates

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Douglas John Alick ’83 and dog

Passings

Douglas John Alick ’83

Douglas John Alick ’83 died on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, 2024, while at his residence in Holly Springs, N.C. He was 64. Alick graduated from Crossland High School in Camp Springs, Md., where he played on the tennis team. He earned a business degree at…
Michael Albert “Chief” Grieb ’66 headshot

Passings

Michael Albert “Chief” Grieb ’66

Michael Albert “Chief” Grieb ’66 of Garrett Park, Md., died on Aug. 21, 2024, at age 79 from complications from Parkinson's disease. He spent one year at St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa., then graduated with a B.A. in government and politics from the…
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00s

Mike Morroni ’00

Mike Morroni ’00 was appointed president of global expansion at professional services firm H&CO, bringing 20 years of experience in global consulting and business development. 
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00s

Michael A. Breslow ’07

The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel elected Michael A. Breslow ’07 as one of 32 new fellows. Lawyers and law professors are elected to be fellows based on their outstanding reputation, exceptional skill and substantial contributions to the…

10s

Andrew Tran ’19

Andrew Tran ’19 won a place in The New York Times’ Mini Hall of Fame to mark the crossword game’s 10th anniversary. The 25 inductees had to solve a week’s worth of puzzles as fast as possible. Tran is a software engineer with Microsoft in Seattle.

90s

Jean Moody-Williams M.P.P. ’95

Jean Moody-Williams M.P.P. ’95, deputy center director for the Center for Clinical Standards and Quality at the Centers for Medicare & Medicare Services (CMS) received a 2024 Presidential Rank Award from President Joe Biden. The honor recognized her…

90s

Roy Rosenbaum ’97

Roy Rosenbaum ’97 was hired as senior vice president of investments for the east region of CenterPoint Properties. He comes to the post from DRA Advisors, where he was director of acquisitions for the New York City-based team. He holds a master’s in real…
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90s

Jake Kennedy ’98

Jake Kennedy ’98 was named chief financial officer at Astrion, a provider of mission support and advanced engineering services to the U.S. government.