terp thon 2025
For University of Maryland students, the Terp Thon journey does not end with graduation! Through the Terp Thon Alumni Network, University of Maryland Alumni can continue to support Terp Thon's effort to raise funds and awareness for the patients at Children's National Hospital. Terp Thon is a family that you can join for life, not just for four years. Whether you wish to donate to our cause, sign up as a dancer, receive updates about the latest Terp Thon happenings, or help plan alumni events, the Terp Thon Alumni Network is here to help!
about terp thon alumni network
The mission of the Terp Thon Alumni Network is to provide support, resources, and a connection to Terp Thon. Terp Thon is a philanthropic student-run organization part of Miracle Network Dance Marathon open to undergraduates at the University of Maryland, supporting Children’s National Hospital. This will be done by providing monetary support, networking among professional connections, keeping the history of Terp Thon alive, communicating with alumni, and creating specific alumni events. The network is its own entity that will focus on becoming a major contributor for the Dance Marathon event each year, and will provide opportunities for all alumni to stay involved with Terp Thon throughout their lifetime.
2024-2025 Leadership Team
President
Maddie Martinucci
Media and Public Relations Chair
Lucy Fulton
Terp Thon Liaison Chair
Josie Levine
reconnect
Do you want to reconnect with Terp Thon as an alumni? Fill out this form and we’ll keep you updated on everything we do! Terp Thon Alumni Network is an incredible opportunity to stay connected to Terp Thon, the Miracle Families, and Children’s National Hospital. You can receive emails from TTAN to stay up to date with all news by filling out this form.
Recruitment Chair
Abby Mor
Cause Partnerships Chair
Lucy Hess
overview of terp thon alumni network events
TTAN Welcome Picnic
Following Terp Thon's Dance Marathon in March, TTAN hosts a Picnic in May for graduating seniors to welcome them to the Terp Thon Alumni Network. Local alumni and undergrads share great conversations and some food!
Homecoming Tailgate
Every fall, Terp Thon Alumni Network organizes a Terp Thon Alumni Tailgate during Homecoming weekend to celebrate our UMD pride. Go Terps!
Happy Hours
Join fellow Terp Thon Alumni at local happy hours in NY/NJ and DMV areas. As our alumni pool grows, we hope to expand to Philly and other cities with alumni demand. Check the Facebook Group & Events Home Page to view upcoming happy hours in your area!
Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day Meetups
Each year, NY/NJ Alumni meet at Manhattan's only Dairy Queen in Union Square to support CMN hospitals and enjoy a Blizzard!
Terp Thon Alumni Kickoff Brunch
Annually, TTAN hosts a brunch the morning of Terp Thon to connect with fellow alumni and get excited for the Dance Marathon. If we are lucky, a Miracle Family is able to join us and share their incredible story.
fundraising
alumni network leadership team history
2017-2018
President
Amanda Hendrey
VP of Development
Mara Bernstein
VP of Events
Amy Vaccaro
VP of Outreach
Azita Nejaddehghan
Communications
Amberly Holcomb
Fundraising
Melanie Modula
Membership
Jane Ritt
Strategic Partnership
Matt Young
Finance
Allyson Gruber
DMV Events
Abby Dickes
NY/NJ Events
Kim de la Montaigne
Undergrad Development
Matt Angelico
Past Director
Kaiwei Hsu
UMD Events
Meghan Bentz
Past President
Hank Rich
2016-2017
President
Hank Rich
VP of Development
Alysia Cutchis
VP of Events
Amy Vaccaro
VP of Outreach
Amanda Hendrey
Communications
Danielle Sachs
Strategic Partnership
Matt Young
DMV Events
Abby Dickes
Fundraising
Allyson Gruber
Undergrad Development
Hannah Weitzman
NY/NJ Events
Mara Bernstein
Membership
Michele Bastani
UMD Events
Meghan Bentz
Past Director
Steven Sleasman
2015-2016
President
Hank Rich
Treasurer
Ethan WI
Historian
Hannah Weitzman
Communications Chair
Danielle Sachs
Events Chair
MaryAnn Massumi
Planning Chair
Amy Butler
Board Member
Matt Tripsas
Vice President
Abby Dickes
Secretary
Christine Hylind
Fundraising Chair
Adam Ziegler
Board Member
Melanie Modula
Partnerships Chair
Matt Young
Sponsorship Chair
Alysia Cutchis
Board Member
Jackie Levine
post grad professional tips
Check out our Professional Development Packet for tips and samples on resumes, cover letters, and interviews!