Real People Profiles: Olufunmilayo Adeleke
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: Olufunmilayo Adeleke
Hometown: Nigeria
Major: Biological Science
Q: How long have you been at UMBC?
A: I worked with some others students at the spring 2014 ASB. We started out cutting vines in parks but in the end it was really about helping to better the community. I have made a conscious effort to better UMBC and my community after that experience.
Q: Complete this sentence: "I am a big fan of __________"
A: My favorite spot on campus is the women's center. They have great resources plus its a good place to nap before your next class 🙂
Hometown: Nigeria
Major: Biological Science
Q: How long have you been at UMBC?
A: This is my 4th semester at UMBC.
Q: What is your current title (job or student organization position)?
A: Resident Assistant
Q: In 12 words or less, what role(s) do you play on campus?
A: I am presently working on a new initiative, "Whatismyculture" on campus. I am also an RA for the SUCCESS HOUSE affiliated with the UMBC SUCCESS program.
Q: What aspect of your UMBC role(s) do you enjoy most?
A: I love my interaction with students. UMBC is so diverse and every student has a different and unique story. I love it.
Q: What is the most important or memorable thing you learned in college/have learned at UMBC?
A: I have learnt to deal with everyone with patience, understanding and most importantly, an open mind.
Q: What is one way you have worked with others to make a positive difference at UMBC or in another community?
Q: What is one way you have worked with others to make a positive difference at UMBC or in another community?
A: I worked with some others students at the spring 2014 ASB. We started out cutting vines in parks but in the end it was really about helping to better the community. I have made a conscious effort to better UMBC and my community after that experience.
A: BRANDY NORWOOD!
Q: Do you have any UMBC stories, little-known facts about UMBC, favorite spots on campus, or anything else you’d like to share?
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Posted: November 24, 2014, 10:21 AM