Keys to Success
Connection, direction and reflection are the keys for a successful second year. Below is a list of suggestions for how your student can actively engage in these themes throughout their second year at UMD. We encourage you to discuss these opportunities for advancement and enrichment with your student.
Connection
Second-Year
The second year can be a time of uncertainty and students may experience a “second year slump.” And it’s no wonder! Second year students experience a whole new set of stressors than they did during the first year. The thrill of the first year has faded and your student may be questioning some of the choices they made, they may think that everyone else has their future figured out, and they may feel added pressure from you to choose a specific path. And in the midst of it all, some may wonder if UMD is the right place for them.
First Year: Awareness
The first year at UMD is the perfect time to become familiar with the University Career Center & The President’s Promise. The following is a list of suggestions for your student.
Spring Semester
Fall Semester
First-Year
The first year for a college student is a time of transition—including adjusting to life away from home, learning how to manage their own time, developing new study skills, making friends, getting involved in clubs/organizations, and the list goes
Terp Family Council
The Terp Family Council is a group of dedicated family volunteers who serve as ambassadors for the University of Maryland among the parents and family members of undergraduate students and provide feedback to the Office of Family Engagement on issues of particular interest to undergraduate families.
Terp Family Intercultural Collaborative
The Terp Family Intercultural Collaborative (TFIC) was established to inform and enrich the services and resources provided to Terp families in support of undergraduate student success, and to enhance engagement with the university community. The Office of Family Engagement is committed to advocating for and centering the experiences of First-Generation, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ families, and to developing and promoting culturally conscious, respectful, inclusive, and transformational programs and services.
Make a Gift Today!
As a Terp parent or family member, you can make a difference in the student experience by supporting programs and scholarships that will make the University of Maryland a memorable and significant part of students’ lives. Take a moment to learn about the different ways that you can have an influence on our campus and make a lasting impact at Maryland.