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Karen Shih ’09

Karen Shih has come full circle from her toddler days, when she lived with her parents in University of Maryland graduate housing. She's written for a variety of schools, including Brandeis University, Tufts University and Perkins School for the Blind, and she's always ready to cover the next great food or animal story.

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UMD Graduate Programs Rank Highly in Latest U.S. News Report

Top 25 Programs, Specialties Include Computer Science, Engineering, Public Health, Information Studies

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Building Financial Literacy, One Terp at a Time

New UMD Center Trains Peer Mentors, Teaches Students Basics of Budgeting, Investing, More

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10 Career Tips From Silicon Valley Terps

QUEST Students Bring Back Advice, Connections From Alums at Top Tech Companies Over Spring Break

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‘Jurassic Park,’ a Little More Real

At New Dinosaur Museum Led by Paleontologist Alum, Visitors Can Dig In

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Where to Watch the Terps in the Sweet 16

Enjoy Popcorn and Pizza Deals, Other Discounts, On and Off Campus

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7 Facts You Never Knew About Maryland

From Washington’s Resignation to Famous Authors and Firefighting Innovations, Learn More About the Old Line State

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Alum Premieres Documentary to Rave Reviews at SXSW

Film Examines East German Secret Police Through Victim’s Eyes With Surveillance Implications for Today

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Clubs 101: UMD Mario Kart Club

Collegiate League-Winning Team Builds Community Around Popular Video Game

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A Peek Inside … Program Manager Fredo Oliveira’s Office

Massive Starbucks Mug Collection, Magical Race Medals, Memorable Selfies and More

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What It Takes: 3D Printing (and Beyond) at Terrapin Works

Scanning Statues, Creating Custom Car Parts, Laser-Cutting Puzzles and More

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9 Terp Women Who Shaped History

Get to Know TV Trailblazers, Sports Heroes, Scientists—Even an Astronaut

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4 Invasive Species to Watch Out for in Maryland

From Spotting Brightly Colored Beetles to Cutting Back Choking Vines, UMD Experts Explain How You Can Help

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