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Experiential / Reality-based Learning

Empowering Global Growth: A Look Back at CGB’s 2024 Summer Initiatives

The Center for Global Business at the Smith School offers experiential learning through programs like the Summer Language Institute Scholarship, Maximizing Maryland Internship, Maryland Global Consulting, and Global Summer Internship. These initiatives provide students hands-on experience in international business and cultural immersion.

Smith Welcomes Nearly 600 New First-Year Undergraduate Students

The Smith School kicked off fall 2024 by welcoming its largest freshman class in decades, with nearly 600 new undergraduates—a 20% increase over last year—alongside over 700 new graduate students and 14 new faculty members.

Smith School Dedicates New Veteran’s Memorial

The University of Maryland’s Smith School honored its military-connected community with the Smith Vets Memorial, recognizing 27 veterans who died in service, including three lost in the 9/11 Pentagon attack. The dedication occurred on September 11, 2023.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Dingman Center Alum’s Startup Korion Health Wins $1M Hult Prize

Korion Health, co-led by Akshaya Anand ’19, won the $1 million Hult Prize for its USB-powered stethoscope enabling at-home heart and lung screenings. The device aims to improve cardiovascular health access, especially in underserved communities, by digitizing patient data for telemedicine.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Terp Startup Accelerator Celebrates a Decade of Helping Student Entrepreneurs

The Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship celebrated 10 years of its Terp Startup Accelerator, an eight-week program helping University of Maryland student entrepreneurs refine their business plans. In 2024, participants showcased 14 ventures, from apps to medical devices, during Demo Day.

World Class Faculty & Research

Introducing New Smith School Faculty Members for the Fall 2024 Semester

The Smith School welcomes new faculty for Fall 2024. These experts will enhance the school's mission by teaching and advancing research in areas such as AI economics, business law, marketing analytics, and financial policy regulation.

OCS Keeps Students Engaged Through Summer With Social Media Initiatives

The Office of Career Services (OCS) launched new LinkedIn initiatives, like “Alumni Spotlights” and “Terp Tip Thursday,” to foster connections between Smith alumni and students, increasing LinkedIn followers and engagement significantly during the 2023-24 academic year.

Experiential Learning Soars at Smith

The Smith School’s Office of Experiential Learning offers students hands-on experiences with industry professionals through classroom collaborations, projects, and consulting. The 2023-2024 report highlights increased experiential learning and strengthened industry connections, fostering leadership skills.

Experiential / Reality-based Learning

A Global Leadership Experience in Medellin, Colombia

Two undergrads from the Smith School attended the CUIBE Global Summer Leadership Summit in Colombia. They gained valuable insights into sustainable business practices, international business dynamics, and expanded their professional networks through immersive learning experiences and cultural engagement.

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‘MBAs to Watch’ Features Smith Grads with Dual Analytics Degrees

University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business graduates Prathiba Pandiarajan and Aravind Srinivasan were featured in Poets & Quants’ “MBAs To Watch: Class Of 2024,” recognized for their leadership, academic excellence, and impactful contributions.

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Smith IS Program Propels UMD to #1 in Computer and Information Sciences

The University of Maryland is ranked by The Chronicle of Higher Education as the top non-online producer of bachelor’s degrees in computer and information sciences, highlighting the strength of Smith’s IS program.

Smith Grad, Physician-Scientist Among ‘Best & Brightest Executive MBAs’

Amal Isaiah, head of Pediatric Otolaryngology at the University of Maryland, is a recent graduate of Smith School’s EMBA program and a 2024 Poets & Quants "Best & Brightest Executive MBA." He holds six patents and over 70 published works.
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