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Real People Profiles: Natalie Scimonelli

We're asking some of the people you might encounter on the UMBC campus, including students, faculty, staff and alumni, to answer a few questions about themselves and their experiences. These are their responses.


Name: Natalie Scimonelli


Hometown: Columbia, MD

Major: Psychology major, music minor

Q: How long have you been at UMBC?

A: This is my 8th and final semester at UMBC!

Q: What is your current title (job or student organization position)?

A: I am a desk staffer in the apartments, but I also work off campus as an assistant director at Drama Learning Center.

Q: In 12 words or less, what role(s) do you play on campus? 

A:  I bring positive positive energy and a love of music for all!

Q: What aspect of your UMBC role(s) do you enjoy most?

A: I love that UMBC is filled with so many connections. I have recently met so many wonderful and talented people who are helping me with a big journey I am embarking on!!! So many people take for granted the opportunities that UMBC holds, (including myself sometimes) and I love that being a part of reslife and a STRiVE attendee, I have met so many awesome people and created some amazing, lifelong friendships too.

Q: What is the most important or memorable thing you learned in college/have learned at UMBC?

A: The most important thing I have learned in my time here at college is that life is unpredictable, and the best way to handle that is to have a positive attitude. I have achieved a lot more than I ever imagined with that motto.

Q: Complete this sentence: "I am a big fan of __________"

A: Life. It's a roller coaster, but most of the time it's really amazing. Oh, and singing =]

Q: Do you have any UMBC stories, little-known facts about UMBC, favorite spots on campus, or anything else you’d like to share?

A:  I just want to say that if you are a UMBC student, you should attend STRiVE. Not everyone gets to go, but it is honestly the most amazing experience that UMBC offers for leadership. Last January I attended, and it has officially become my favorite UMBC experience thus far.

BONUS: If you feel so inclined.... go to https://www.facebook.com/Nat.lee91 to find out more about this journey I am embarking on!



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Posted: February 14, 2013, 11:20 AM