Karen Shih ’09
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Antics of Alums’ Goldendoodle Bring Joy to Millions on Social Media
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How to Make a Second Language Second Nature
Ask the Expert: Advice for Real Life
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A Fresh Start for ‘Maryland’s Shame’
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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After 9 Wins on ‘Jeopardy!,’ History Grad to Return for Tournament of Champions
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What Happens in Vegas (Is Thanks to a Terp)
Alum Brings Big Concerts to Sin City
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An Insider’s Look at a Prison’s Imprint
Criminologist, Once Convicted, Studies Ripple Effects of Legal System Involvement
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Grant Program Greens Campus
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Terp Farm Celebrates 10 Years of Growing Fresh Produce for Campus
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‘Connie’ Breaks a Story: Her Own
Trailblazing journalist Connie Chung ’69 battled misogyny and racism to reach the pinnacle of TV news. In a new self-titled memoir, she shares what it took to get there.
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How to Make Your Workday Work for You
Ask the Expert: Advice for Real Life
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Trampoline Gymnast Jumps to the Top
Undergrad Aims to Represent U.S. at Paris Olympics
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Look Back on the Maryland Dairy’s Funky Flavors and Coach-Inspired Creations
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Undergrad Virtually Builds Mall, Drawings Fans Globally to ‘Campus’
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New Course Creates Innovative Ways to Increase College Election Participation
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Twenty-five years ago, the LGBTQ+ Equity Center opened to support queer Terps who felt invisible, isolated and harassed. Some of the founders recount its humble start and hard-won victories.
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5 Tips for Making a Board Bursting With Flavor and Color