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MBA student Lyric Amodia '25, Founder of The Movement Street The student-led nonprofit The Movement Street, founded by University of Maryland MBA student Lyric Amodia ’25, has won the "Most

By Laura Barnhardt CechThis article was originally published by Maryland Today.

“One semester of study abroad in Tanzania added more to my resume and professional advancement than any other experience. The individual focus you receive from the experienced and dedicated staff will propel you forward.”

The University of Maryland (UMD) College Park, in partnership with Bowie State University (BSU), has been selected to receive the 2025 IIE American Passport Project grant. This collaborative initiative will enable UMD and BSU to nominate 25 eligible students to each receive $165.00 to fund their U.S. passport application process.

Maryland Global celebrated excellence in global education at the Global Classrooms Showcase, highlighting both faculty innovation and student achievements in virtual international collaboration.

Since the Peace Corps’ founding in 1961, the University of Maryland has produced 1,175 alumni who have served abroad as volunteers. Currently, 28 alumni are serving in 17 countries around the world.