Amanda Melvin, B.A. '17
Human Services Administration
January 30, 2019
"UB gave me the solid foundation to be able to serve my new community and go after what I desire in life," says Amanda Melvin, B.A. '17, who graduated with a degree in human services administration.
Three months after earning her degree, Melvin relocated to Atlanta, GA, where she enrolled in the Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling program at Fort Valley State University. Through the program, she serves as a senior program associate at Georgia Regional Hospital Atlanta.
"As a senior program associate, I assist the treatment team with many administrative tasks relating to an individual's admit, treatment, and release," says Melvin. "UB knowledge does work! I am using all the tools I acquired at UBalt and applying them in my personal, educational, and professional life."
As a student, Melvin served as the marketing coordinator for the Human Services Administration club, where she developed strong relationships with her professors and helped raise awareness about social issues in the community.
"The UBalt education is different because the professors are skilled, top-rated professionals that bring firsthand experience into the classroom. They have turned the classroom into part lecture and part practice, making it easier for students to transition from student to professional after graduation."
As an alumna, Melvin continues to stay engaged because of the excellent support system UBalt has provided her.
"UB is where I discovered my dreams and there are many great services for alumni after graduation such as career services, library database access, and professional workshops."
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