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My name is Juliette Khoury and I am a Business Management major at the University of Maryland, College Park’s (UMCP) Robert H. Smith School of Business, at the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) campus. I first heard about USG through my older sister, who was in a program Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ while I was still pursuing my associate’s in business from Montgomery College (MC). 

I was intrigued by the thought of getting the same education offered on UMCP’s main campus, but being able to do so on a much smaller campus, where I could be part of a more tight-knit community. Soon after learning more about the programs offered Ä¢¹½´«Ã½, I knew this was where I wanted to be when it came time to transfer.

Attending business school to pursue my bachelor’s degree had been in my plans for a while, and I was already on my way to earning my associate’s from MC. I have always been attracted to the field of business because of the wide range of career opportunities I could pursue, and the ability to work almost anywhere. During  my time in college, I wanted an experience that enabled me to get to know my classmates and interact one-on-one with my professors. This is why enrolling in the Smith School of Business, offered by UMCP Ä¢¹½´«Ã½, seemed like the perfect fit for me.

Currently, I am on the Dean's Student Advisory Council and I am Co-President of the Business Management Association. I also serve as a teaching assistant for multiple professors and have worked on campus for USG’s Center for Scholarships. I love being involved on campus and getting to interact with other motivated and hardworking students Ä¢¹½´«Ã½. These opportunities have also allowed me to develop numerous valuable skills in leadership, team-building, and communication. I highly recommend that all students take advantage of the many resources and services provided by USG, which not only help students succeed while in school, but also post-graduation.

My anticipated graduation date is May 2023. While I will be sad to leave USG, I am very excited for the next chapter of my life. Upon graduation, I hope to work for a well-regarded company with an enriching environment that strives to promote diversity and inclusion. I aim to pursue a career where I know I am making a positive impact on the world. I am very excited to see what the future holds and where life will take me.