Kerrigan
When I brag to my friends about my school, I tell them how great of a community there is at UMD. The school-spirit is unlike any that I have ever seen and there's always activities and clubs to take part in. The saying "you can't make a small school big, but you can make a big school small" truly applies to my college.
Elizabeth
I tell my friends that the University of Maryland is one of the most environmentally friendly campuses in the country. I'm also very proud of UMD's athletic program, as the school just entered the Big Ten conference and the men's basketball team is currently ranked eleventh in the NCAA. UMD is also one of the top colleges in the country according to Forbes.
Politimi
When I tell my friends about UMD I mostly describe the feeling of community. There is so much school spirit and people are outside all the time so it really feels like a tight-knit family. I also always tell people about how beautiful the campus is. The landscape is so well maintained and you just can't help but want to be outside.
Nicole
The language house program having up to 10 language clusters and that it offers Korean language courses.
Hernan
I like to tell my friends that they are missing out because the people that atten umd are usually really cool people to hang out with. Also the food is not as bad as you may think. Another thing about umd is that there are so much things to do in and outside of campus. Washington D.C and Baltimore are both loctaed less than an hour away from campus. This makes it easy to do things in and around the cities.
Makaela
Tha amazing classes that are offered here and the wonderful professors.
Timothy
I really enjoy how it is a very respectable school but it is also not incredibly competitive or exclusive. I also think one of the better things about the University of Maryland is how much diversity there is on campus. There are so many clubs and activities and I have been able to meet so many different people from so many different backgrounds. Occasionally I can brag about sports, but that can be a rarity.
Kelly
I brag about the sense of community I feel at the University of Maryland and all of the amazing opportunities I have experienced. As a student in the Business, Society, and the Economy scholars program, I feel very well connected with my peers and professors. I get to be a part of a living and learning community that benefits my ability to build relationships and network. In addition, there are so many clubs and organizations I have a chance to be a part of. In my first semester alone I participated in club soccer, intramural volleyball, and Relay for Life.
Marie
As a student at the University of Maryland, I often find myself bragging about the amazing location of the school. UMD is a picturesque campus, with sprawling grassy malls, tall oak trees and large brick buildings. The campus has nearby streams and lakes that make for beautiful jogging trails or areas to relax. Yet despite the natural beauty of the campus, UMD is located just 10 minutes outside of Washington D.C., affording students amazing internship and job opportunities, as well as the opportunity to experience world class museums, restaurants and concerts. UMD is the best of both worlds.
Brittany
Just the fact that I am going to such a good school is bragging in itself.
john
the education quality
Kate
Mostly, I brag about the social life. UMD has a great social scene and it is so much fun and everyone is extremely prideful to be at Maryland. There is a huge greek community, however, the experience is the same and just as fun if you are not a part of greek life. There is always something to do and a variety of opptions every night for everyone.
Hana
Our campus is beautiful and one of the best things about Maryland. Walking around campus and taking in the scenery is a great stress reliever. In addition, going to athletic events is exciting and a great experience.
Evan
I brag about our school spirit. I tell my friends about the electric atmosphere of our basketball, football, and soccer games. I brag about being at the Comcast Center when we beat Duke, being part of the flash mob that went viral on the internet, what it was like to storm the court and meet Scott Van Pelt after the game, and how fun the celebration was. I don't just brag about our sports, though. I also love to brag about about the tradition of leaving Testudo food offerings and rubbing his nose for good luck during finals week.
Jeremy
One major aspect about UMCP that I brag about is the school being in the top 100 in the world according to Times Higher Education, and it also being a top school in many major news publications. Although it is well known by it's academics, it is also has a lot of opportunities for all students. I love telling people all the types of clubs that I'm a part of, as well as the opportunities and benefits I receive by being a part of those organizations.
Zainab
University of Maryland- College Park has a beautiful campus! There are an endless amount of "perfect" outside spots to study, reflect or relax. When the weather is nice most students can be found on the mall playing various sports, eating or reading and it creates a great environment.
Amin
Maryland is an excellent value for money school with a lot of opportunities to do many different things and meet many different types of people.
Eric
To be honest, after two years, the vast majority of the friends I talk to go here. I have made just that much of higher quality friends, I guess. I would say that I actually love the size. I couldn't imagine going to a small school. There just wouldn't be enough people to do things with! Also the fact that even though I have to get loans, tuition is cheap enough that I can pay it off within 3 years of starting work as an Engineer. Also, the campus is beautiful and enjoyable to be on.
shabnam
The amount of diversity exhibitied within the campus, its wide range of activities and opportunities available for students aspiring in whatever it is they would lie to pursue. Many ways to get involved and make a difference! The fact that it's so close to Washington D.C and is in the DMV travel and internship opportunities are available almost everywhiere!
Tina
It is a great place to live and learn.