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About dereknehls

A Senior at Robert H. Smith School of Business, follow me as I accomplish my aspirations to become a business professional at the UMD's Shady Grove Campus in Rockville, Md.

As a student ambassador I had the pleasure to attend the 2015 commencement celebration at the Universities at Shady Grove, and I was so impressed with the event  then that I can hardly wait for Friday when it will be … Continue reading

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Hard work pays off

This has been the event that has validated all my hard work and efforts over that past four years. Its the culmination of taking the right decisions, staying focused, being competitive and pushing myself beyond my capabilities and discovering that … Continue reading

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The Home Stretch

So close I can taste it, the sweet moment when I stand tall on the stage and reap the fruits of my efforts.  It has taken me over ten years, across three countries, and four colleges, but alas friends I will have … Continue reading

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The zombies are coming

Mark it in your calendar, circle it in red, tell your friends and cancel all previous commitments for Saturday April 9th when The Smith Student Association hosts their third annual apocalypse themed outdoor adventure. View the video below to see … Continue reading

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Spring time fun

The sun is shining, the weather is nice, do you know how best to enjoy the outdoors on the Shady Grove campus and surrounding community? The return of the greens, golds, purple and violets of our native flora begins to hint … Continue reading

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Our Digital Facelift

These days, a student’s first impression of a university campus begins with a click of a mouse.  In addition to serving the needs of prospective students a site must provide those currently enrolled with all the basic services, links, information and features one would expect … Continue reading

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Bon appétit

Out with the old and in with the new, our Green Grove Cafe has brought whole new offerings to our campus grub hall with our new dining service provider CulinArt Group. Our chefs and staff have stayed, thankfully, and with this … Continue reading

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Let it snow, let it snow

If you haven’t already heard, the Universities at Shady Grove will be closed on Wednesday, January 27th because of hazardous road conditions. As a result, classes have been cancelled (once you stop crying, please regain control of yourself and read further). … Continue reading

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Euro Break

My only wish for Christmas was to be able to spend some time with my family who are scattered across the globe.  It would be the trip of a lifetime, taking me West to California then East to Italy, stopping … Continue reading

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Speak and we’ll listen

I have heard it many times, “these are the best days of your life, I wish I was back in college!” In my mind I respond, “Really?!” For me personally it has been a struggle, but I can understand what … Continue reading

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