Bryan Garey
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Office/Department/Unit: Human Resources
Institution you transferred from: University of Maryland
Institution you transferred to: St. Mary's College of MD
What was the biggest challenge you encountered as a transfer college student and how did you overcome it? Feeling insecure about coming to a new place after a rough first year; starting over and meeting new friends.
What is one piece of advice you would give transfer college students? Be open to new experiences and take advantage of all orientation social opportunities.