Discover What Makes Us Different
Big events. Inspiring people. Exciting opportunities. Explore the stories, traditions, career resources, and campus highlights that show what makes our university an extraordinary place to learn, connect, and succeed.
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Smith Redesigns MBA Programs, Reducing Degree Requirements to 48 Credits
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A Campus Full of Life
Campus life extends far beyond the classroom. Signature events, campus traditions, student activities and shared experiences create opportunities to connect, celebrate and make lasting memories. Explore some of the moments that bring our community together throughout the year.
Signature Events
From long-standing traditions to new campus experiences, our signature events bring students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community together throughout the year. These celebrations showcase the spirit, pride, and connections that make our university a vibrant place to learn and grow.
CEO at Smith
Each year, the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business brings in top CEOs to speak in the CEO at Smith speaker series.
Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Series
The Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Series offers the Smith community an opportunity to engage with influential leaders from business, government and academia. Each event features candid conversations and expert perspectives on the ideas, challenges and innovations shaping today’s world.
People Who Inspire
Every member of our community has a story to tell. Meet the students pursuing their passions, the faculty shaping the future through teaching and research, and the alumni making an impact in their careers and communities. Their experiences reflect the many paths that begin here.
Undergrad Student on Doing the Dirty Work with Junk Removal Business
Pioneering Digital Marketing and Strategic Initiatives at Smith
A Missed Bus Led To A Meet Cute
Opportunities That Prepare You
Learning extends beyond earning a degree. Career resources, professional development opportunities, and real-world insights help students build confidence, gain experience, and prepare for success after graduation. Explore tools and stories that support the journey from classroom to career.
SMITH's
GOT
TALENT
On Smith's Got Talent, host Kim Rice DeGross, the Assistant Dean of OCS, sits down with students, alumni, and professors at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, to highlight successful innovative projects, real-world applications, and industry collaborations. Episodes include discussions of transformative educational projects, such as experiential learning in finance and the development of technology solutions, showcasing the school's commitment to integrating academic learning with practical, impactful outcomes. Every episode features a segment from esteemed AI expert, Professor Balaji Padmanabhan, who discusses the intersection of AI on each topic.
Student-led funds at UMD Smith
At the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, we have pioneered the hands-on study and understanding of professional asset management. Together, our student-managed funds oversee approximately $13.5 million.
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Mayer Fund
In 1993, a $250,000 contribution from our College of Business and Management Foundation established the Mayer Fund. The fund, which has grown to over $9 million through appreciation and outside contributions, is managed by a team consisting of a select group of second-year MBA students at the Smith School.
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Senbet Fund
The Senbet Fund was founded in 2006 to give undergraduate students an experiential learning experience in portfolio management and equity analysis. Today, the fund manages more than $3 million.
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Global Equity Fund
The Global Equity Fund is managed by 20 students in the school’s Flex MBA, Master of Finance, and Master of Quantitative Finance programs. The Global Equity Fund was established in 2009 and invests primarily in companies outside the United States. The portfolio totals more than $700,000.
Stories Happening Every Day
There's always something happening across campus. Stay up to date with the latest news, achievements, events, and highlights that showcase the energy, innovation, and accomplishments of our university community.
UMD, US Army Garrison Fort Meade Sign Maryland’s First Intergovernmental Support Agreement
DBA Program Graduates Members of First Cohort
Smith Family Foundation Gift Funds Faculty and Student Initiatives