RTSS Episode 62: UMBC Social Science Alumni Panel with
Michele Berry, Amanda Cardone, Amy Soukup, & Manisha Vepa
On today’s episode we hear a rebroadcast of a special event hosted by the UMBC Center for Social Science (CS3).
The roundtable, which took place in October, was the second in-person iteration of a series designed to bring together fabulous UMBC alumni from across the social sciences. The roundtable was moderated by CS3’s acting director, Dr. Eric Stokan. The panel brought together the following fantastic UMBC alumni:
Michele Berry received a master’s degree in environmental policy from the school of public policy at UMBC, having completed a bachelor’s degree at the New School. Michele now works as a stormwater coordinator for the Chesapeake Stormwater Network.
Amanda Cardone currently works as a survey methodologist at RTI International. Amanda received a MA in applied sociology at UMBC, in which she honed her expertise in survey science and programming.
Amy Soukoup currently serves as a community data analyst for Live Baltimore, a nonprofit that helps potential homebuyers find the right place to live in Baltimore, among other goals. Amy received a MA in economic policy analysis from UMBC.
Manisha Vepa earned a bachelor’s degree in global studies and economics at UMBC in 2018 and now works as an economic research analyst and East Asia expert at Ascendant Program Services. LLC which contracts with the federal government.
Check out the following links for more information on UMBC, CS3, and our host:
- The UMBC Center for the Social Sciences Scholarship
- The University of Maryland, Baltimore County
- Ian G. Anson, Ph.D.
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Retrieving the Social Sciences is a production of the UMBC Center for Social Science Scholarship. Our podcast host is Dr. Ian Anson, and our acting director is Dr. Eric Stokan. Our production intern is Jean Kim. Our theme music was composed and recorded by D’Juan Moreland (UMBC '24). Special thanks to Amy Barnes and Myriam Ralston for production assistance. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, where you can find full video recordings of recent UMBC events.
Posted: December 4, 2024, 10:34 AM