When college becomes more than a degree

true05/27/2026When college becomes more than a degreeJudah Contreras came to The University of Baltimore with a degree and a job in mind. He’s graduating with a completely different perspective. The people he met and experiences he enjoyed helped Judah see that college was about more than the endgame. Student Stories A student smiles while looking on and standing in the city of Baltimore.

A student smiles while looking on and standing in the city of Baltimore.

The best experience I've had that I never saw coming was the people I met, the professors I met, the friends I've made, and the course material I've learned.

Judah Contreras

B.A. '26

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