Undergraduate Marketing Major

“I entered the University of Maryland studying something different, but after getting involved in leadership for the UMD chapter of the American Marketing Association, I quickly discovered a fascination with the field of marketing and made it my major. Throughout my time in the Smith School’s marketing program, I gained incalculable value from being taught by world-class faculty, partaking in a thriving extracurricular community, and participating in the impressive array of career programming offered by the school. After graduating with my marketing major, I know I am ready to take on any challenge and leave my mark on the business world.”

“Coming into Smith my freshman year, I never would have imagined how lucky I would be to major in marketing. I first joined the American Marketing Association and throughout my three years with the club, I have held various roles, now ending off my tenure as President. The club also brought me to the Strategic Design Fellows program which, over the course of two years, gave me real-world advertising and design applications through graphic design and case competitions. As I end my time in undergrad, I am grateful to reflect on all the opportunities the marketing program at Smith has given me, now most notably, a job after graduation. I couldn’t have done it without the practical design thinking, communicative skills, and confidence in myself taught to me by the marketing department at Smith!”

“Robert H. Smith has provided me with the resources to pursue my passion for marketing. During my time here, I have had access to a variety of opportunities such as the American Marketing Association (AMA). UMD AMA has surrounded me with an amazing community of people. Within the organization, I have worked with local nonprofits and attended a conference with over 1,300 students and faculty members across the nation. Here at Smith, our faculty is made up of knowledgeable and compassionate individuals who are dedicated to supporting us in our journeys. One of the most valuable assets for me has been building my confidence and skill set, which has allowed me to thrive in my professional experiences. I am excited for the future, knowing that I have a great foundation!”