Once a month, we’ll profile one of the amazing Phonathon students working in UMBC’s call center. This week, say hello to student caller Callan, class of 2016.

Callan is from Mount Airy, MD, and is working toward her degree in media and communications. We sat down with Callan to get to know her a little better and here’s what we learned:

Q: Why did you choose to come to UMBC?

I was initially attracted to UMBC because of the size of the campus and the academic reputation.

Q: What activities do you enjoy outside of class?

I love going to concerts, traveling, and spending time outdoors.

Q: What do you like best about being a student caller?

I love being able to get advice from alumni. It’s nice being able to talk to young alumni because I can relate to them, but it’s also really interesting to talk to alumni who graduated years ago because they have so many years of experience. Not only that, but I like hearing about how much UMBC has changed.

Q: What are your plans after graduation?

As of now I think I would like to be an event planner, but I am hoping to participate in a few more internships before I graduate to explore other possibilities.

Q: What do you enjoy most about UMBC?

I love the class sizes and the dedication of professors. I have had nothing but positive experiences in my classes, especially those for my major. I like how much attention professors are willing and able to give to me due to the small class sizes. It’s also great to feel like the majority of my classmates are just as interested and excited to be here as I am.

Learn more about the UMBC Phonathon!

Once a month, we’ll profile one of the amazing Phonathon students working in UMBC’s call center. This week, say hello to student caller Callan, class of 2016.

Callan is from Mount Airy, MD, and is working toward her degree in media and communications. We sat down with Callan to get to know her a little better and here’s what we learned:

Q: Why did you choose to come to UMBC?

I was initially attracted to UMBC because of the size of the campus and the academic reputation.

Q: What activities do you enjoy outside of class?

I love going to concerts, traveling, and spending time outdoors.

Q: What do you like best about being a student caller?

I love being able to get advice from alumni. It’s nice being able to talk to young alumni because I can relate to them, but it’s also really interesting to talk to alumni who graduated years ago because they have so many years of experience. Not only that, but I like hearing about how much UMBC has changed.

Q: What are your plans after graduation?

As of now I think I would like to be an event planner, but I am hoping to participate in a few more internships before I graduate to explore other possibilities.

Q: What do you enjoy most about UMBC?

I love the class sizes and the dedication of professors. I have had nothing but positive experiences in my classes, especially those for my major. I like how much attention professors are willing and able to give to me due to the small class sizes. It’s also great to feel like the majority of my classmates are just as interested and excited to be here as I am.

Learn more about the UMBC Phonathon!

If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring? Pilgrims! And excellent UMBC events happening in November.

CYA Happy Hour Fundraiser
November 19,6 – 8 p.m.
Victoria Gastro Pub
8201 Snowden River Pkwy Columbia, MD 21045

The Chapter of Young Alumni (CYA) will be hosting a happy hour fundraiser at Victoria Gastro Pub on November 19! 15% of the proceeds will be donated to the 10th Annual Wine Tasting & Silent Auction, a prestigious event benefiting the UMBC Alumni Association Scholarship. Please make sure to print and bring this flier with you!

Bus Trip to the Professional ISSA
November 19, 5 – 7:30 p.m.

Don’t miss this chance to network with professionals and learn about cryptology! The bus will depart from UMBC Lot 4 at 5 p.m. and arrive at Parsons where you will have the opportunity to give your resume to over 30 local professionals looking for employees. There will also be a speaker, Katrice Lewis, who will discuss networking. This event focuses on job opportunities for those in the IS or Computer Science fields. Register now!

Webinar: Master the Art and Science of Interviewing December 3, 8 – 9 p.m.

Studies show the average job seeker will go through 16 interviews before getting a job offer! Join John Kador, author of 301 Best Questions to ASK on Your Interview, to learn how you can improve your chance of landing a job. This webinar will allow you to walk away with the confidence needed to secure a job by gaining control of the interview process. You will learn:

• How to impressively answer the question, “Is there anything you’d like to ask us?”
• The behaviors hiring managers are looking for in candidates.
• Dozens of helpful tips you can use at an interview to make you more memorable than your competitors.

To participate, please register here.

Check out our full calendar of alumni events.

Christina Bartko’s Biography

At just 20 years old, Christina’s years in music feel like a whirlwind. Though she started playing guitar in eighth grade, it was a trip to the Bluebird Café in Nashville two years later that convinced her to start songwriting, and what can she say? The rest is history. Honesty and heart seep through the lyrics of her catchy pop-country style. She also enjoys performing covers by a wide variety of artists. From hosting a monthly open mic, to placing in various local competitions, performing regularly around the area, and more, Christina can’t wait to see where music takes her next. After graduating from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County in May of 2016, she plans on moving to Nashville to pursue her dream.

For the most up-to-date information on Christina and to listen to her music, feel free to like her on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/theRealChristinaBartkoand follow her on SoundCloud at: www.soundcloud.com/Christina-Bartko

Also, if you would like to book Christina for your event, please email: ChristinaBartkoMusic@gmail.com