The Maryland Made Podcast

On this episode, Sydnee chats with Yenny Lucero, Development & Communication Specialist at Prince George’s Child Resource Center Inc., surrounding the importance of giving back to the community. They touch on the definition and importance of community, the collaboration between Prince George’s Child Resource Center Inc. and Maryland Athletics, and how everyone can get involved going forward!&n...

On this episode, Will Koras sits down with Victoria Garrick Browne to have a mental health conversation. Victoria stresses that there is always more to learn, as she shares her story and the different ways she managed her mental health while dealing with the pressures of being a student-athlete. Will is also able to share his perspective and growth throughout his time at Maryland! Connect with Wil...

On this episode of the Maryland Made podcast, Nate speaks with members of the NFLPA and the Miami Dolphins about the reality of transiting to play sports professionally. In this conversation, they address how to prepare for the next level, issues centered around athletic identity, and the necessary resources needed to excel in the big leagues. Connect with Moses on LinkedIn Connect with Alexander...

On this episode, Sydney sits down with two of our amazing student-athletes to discuss their involvement in Pre-Health Terps, career aspirations, time demands, and more! Kamryn and Mitch offer two very different perspectives but can agree that the ultimate goals are to pave the way for other student-athletes hoping to enter the medical profession and to constantly help others through medicine! Conn...

On this episode, Resa sits down with Charles Harley, Director of Character & Leadership Development with Maryland Football, to discuss the importance of leadership and how it shows up in sports and life. Harley has an expansive background from the Marines, through high school sports, and now college athletics. Leadership is a value that the Maryland Made team cannot stress the importance of en...

On this episode, Sydnee connects with Gloria Aparicio Blackwell to discuss the importance of community, the collaboration between the Office of Community Engagement and Maryland Athletics, and how to get involved to leave an impact!  Gloria Aparicio Blackwell currently serves as the Director of Community Engagement,  from the Office of Community Engagement here on campus. Looking for way...

On this episode, Sophia sits down with another group of graduating student-athletes, including Brooke Weston and Kamryn Henderson, who are able to offer the perspective of women pursuing the STEM field. They are able to touch on their transition and overall experience at Maryland, what comes next for each of them, and advice they would share to other student-athletes when it comes to maximizing th...

On this episode, Sophia sits down with Maryland Made's fearless leader, Resa Lovelace, to discuss the important topic of identity. Resa tells us about her consulting firm, RBL Theory, and its fruition, while also sharing her experience as a LGBTQ+ student-athlete, the importance of living an authentic life, and more.  This episode is being released one day before National Coming Out Day, whic...

On this episode, Nate sat down with the Worldwide Terps Leadership team which includes Ashley Germain, Vera Markovic, Karla Elena Vasquez Setzer. In this conversation they discuss the real experiences of our international-student athletes in this nation and touch on how although it is a great opportunity, it can also be challenging.  Maryland Made is all about building an environment for ALL...

On this episode, Sophia highlights some of our graduating student-athletes, including Thomas Eubanks, Mackenzie Morgan, and Jaiden Ritter. Each of these student-athletes offer a unique perspective and story when it comes to their journey at University of Maryland!  Throughout the episode, they are able to touch on their transition to and overall experience at Maryland, what the future holds f...

On this episode, Nate connects with Dr. Yvette Rooks and Nathan Blanken to discuss the important topic of mental health & wellness. Dr. Rooks currently serves as the Head Team Physician and Assistant Director in the University Health Center. Nathan Blanken currently serves as the President of Active Minds Student Advisory Committee at University of Maryland. Both parties were able to give a lo...

On this episode, you will meet the 2022-23 Maryland Made Student Athlete Development team! Resa, Nate, Sophia, Sydney, and Sydnee tell you a little bit about themselves and what they are looking forward to this year. You will learn about the different programs and initiatives we have that make us the #1 Student- Athlete Development Team in the world!  Connect with Resa Lovelace on LinkedIn Co...

On this episode, Sydney and Sophia talk with Gerald Norgbe, of Men's Track and Field, and Keyera Wynn, of Women's Soccer. Gerald and Keyera recap their experience from the NYC Career Experiential Trip they attended this summer, sharing how they prepared, their favorite moments, what's next for them, and more! Sophia also talks about how this amazing trip came to fruition! Connect with Gerald on Li...

On the Spring 2022 season finale, the Maryland Made Team recap the Spring semester and look ahead to the summer and beyond. They discuss their favorite moments of the semester and some of the major accomplishments of the student-athletes in their programming. Later, they dive into their plans for the summer and explore what is next as Maryland Made is taking flight for bigger and better things. Co...

On this episode, Sophia catches up with Rainelle Jones of the Terps volleyball program. Rainelle shares her story, and discusses her journey from being a local Maryland recruit to finding her voice as a leader at Maryland and across the Big Ten Conference. She expresses the importance of using her platform and being an activist to stand up and educate others on social justice issues impacting our...

On this episode of The Maryland Made Podcast, Sanya Glauber of the Terps gymnastics program and Brett Makar of the men's lacrosse program join Walt to reflect on their favorite memories as Terps as they prepare to graduate in May. They also discuss how their time at Maryland has prepared them to enter the professional workforce and graduate school. Connect with Sanya on Instagram Connect with Bret...

On this episode, Walt chats with Max Costes from the Terps baseball program and Taylor Liguori from the Terps softball program. Max and Taylor share their stories and discuss the various ways student-athletes experience mental health issues. They also talk about the importance of being mental health advocates and breaking the stigma. UMD ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT AND CAMPUS MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES Conne...

On this episode, Walt catches up with Keyera Wynn from the Terps Women's Soccer program and Will Koras from the Men's Golf program. Keyera and Will share what it means to be a Barry and Mary Gossett Fellow. They discuss the various skills they have developed since joining the program, and they express how being a Gossett Fellow is preparing them to be successful as student-athletes and professiona...

On this episode, the women leading the Maryland Made Team sit down for a special Women's History Month episode. Sophia, Resa and Sydnee discuss a range of topics including equal pay for women, the importance of community and mentors, hot topics like the recent SCOTUS confirmation and the Brittney Griner situation. The team also shares their personal journeys.  Connect with Maryland Made on Li...

On this episode, Walt sits down with Emma DeBerdine of the Terps Field Hockey program. Emma shares her NIL experience and expresses why partnering with STX Field Hockey is important to her. She also discusses the various ways in which NIL is shifting the college student-athlete experience. Emma is Junior majoring in Marketing. She will also be competing for the USA Under-21 National Field Hockey T...

On this episode, Walt talks with Terps Women's Tennis alumnae Olga and Nataliya Bredikhina. The sisters discuss their career and identity development journeys as former international student-athletes at UMD. They also provide insight into their graduate school journeys studying economics and sport business, respectively.  Olga is an Assistant Research Economist for the Alabama Transportation...

On this episode, Walt sits down with Max Myers from the Terps Track & Field program and Bryan Pointer, Academic Advisor in the School of Public Health. Max and Bryan discuss their takeaways and highlights from "That Ain't P," a career readiness program hosted on February 22 designed to center Black voices.  Connect with Bryan on LinkedIn Connect with Max on LinkedIn Connect with Maryland...

On this episode, Walt and Sydnee sit down with author and professional football player Vad Lee. Vad shares his identity development journey which led him to create the mantra "purpose over position." Vad also discusses partnering with Maryland Athletics to host the SAAC Book Drive that ends February 25th.  Purchase a book to participate in Book Drive Connect with Vad Connect with Maryland Mad...

On this episode, Sophia shares about a new signature MDMade initiative, the Kubasik First Impact Program, a career and identity development program exclusively for rising second-year student-athletes. She also talks with Gerald Norgbe (Men's Track & Field) and Brooke Weston (Women's Soccer) about their second-year experience and key moments, lessons learned and pieces of advice. For more info abou...

On this episode, we sit down with Miranda Matias, an Academic Counselor in our Gossett Student-Athlete Center for Academic & Personal Excellence. Miranda shares her story and we discuss the importance of Identity Development for student-athletes to be holistically successful.  Connect with Maryland Made on LinkedIn   https://linktr.ee/MDMadeTerps  https://umterps.com/sports/mary...