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Real People Profiles: Uyen Nguyen

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: Uyen Nguyen

Hometown: Rockville


Major: 
Psychology



Q: How long have you been at UMBC?

A: 3 years

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

A: I am a Sustainability Intern for Off-Campus Commuter Services.

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

A: I try to help students find better transportation alternatives.

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

A: Getting to know new people and helping them out.

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

A: Speak up.

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

A: Pool, 8 ball.

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: There is always free food somewhere. If you forgot to pack a lunch or you are broke, scan all the fliers to find events with free food!

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Posted: March 12, 2014, 4:10 PM