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Real People Profiles: Danielle Pettigrew

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: Danielle Pettigrew

Hometown: St. Louis


Q: How long have you been at UMBC?

A: One and a half years


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

A: Assistant Director, Student Judicial Programs

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

A: Adjudicate violations of the code of student conduct.
Enforce UMBC rules/regulations.

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

A: I actually enjoy advising the Hearing Board the most. That positive student interaction is wonderful. Guiding them and providing positive reinforcement but giving them space and trust to make the right decisions is very rewarding for me.

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

A: In college the most memorable thing I learned was that I could push past my boundaries. The limits I thought I had at some point no longer existed and I realized I was capable of anything.


Q: What is one way you have worked with others to make a positive difference at UMBC or in another community?

A: I regularly attend Women of Color Coalition meetings and events. I feel by showing support to that group of students I am showing and proving that staff members on this campus do care about their struggles,their feelings, and them as people. Being there to support those young women has been a great experience for me and I hope that they find my presence to be valuable to them.

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

A: Game of Thrones!

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: My favorite spot on campus is the Yum Shop! I LOVE snacks!!!! 🙂

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Posted: November 3, 2015, 10:26 AM