I’m asking some of the people you might encounter on the UMBC campus, including students, faculty and staff, to answer a few questions about themselves and their experiences. These are their responses.
Name: Nimit Bhatt Hometown: Laurel, MD
Q: In 12 words or less, what role(s) do you play on campus?
A: Business Manager of the Retriever Weekly and UMBC Mama's Boys
Q: What aspect of your UMBC role(s) do you enjoy most?
A: My role as the Business Manager of the UMBC Mama's Boys really changed my experience at UMBC, and would have to be the most rewarding role I play here. As Business Manager, I am in contact with other a cappella groups around the mid-Atlantic, booking performances and keeping everything organized. With the stress of classes being almost non-stop, it's always great to have this group 6 hours out of the week to just let loose and unwind.
Q: What is the most important or memorable thing you learned in college/have learned at UMBC?
A: The most important thing I've learned here is how to manage time. My time-management skills have soared since I arrived here. UMBC, being a relatively smaller institution to say, College Park, it is really easy to get involved in student organizations. There are also many job opportunities available for students, which leads to a very busy nonacademic life here. Not to mention, on top of all of that, you are attending an honors university. At the moment, I am a Junior Political Science major with three jobs, involvement in 4 student organizations, and taking 18 credits. I have learned how to stay organized and keep myself calm through the daily stress I handle. Definitely a life-skill to get good at, since my future holds graduate education.
Q: Complete this sentence: “I am a big fan of __________”
A: The show '24.' Jack Bauer is my hero, idol, and role model
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: Favorite Spots on Campus:
"The Commons"
The architecture of this building is some of the most amazing I have ever seen. Especially at night, looking at it from the Quad just looks really cool. It is also covered in windows, which let in so much light during the day. Saves energy, always a plus. It is also great how it is so centralized, and pretty much everything you need is right there.
"The Library"
Nighttime, 7th floor, view of Baltimore. Need I say more? The library is an incredibly inspirational place to study.
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