Meet Ebony McPherson

Degree Mentors 

• Adam Sachs Registered Dietitian, UMBC 
• Sarah Leupen, Teaching Professor in Biological Sciences, UMBC 
• Steven McAlpine, Assistant Teaching Professor, Individualized Study 

Why did you choose to major in INDS?

I chose INDS because I wanted to join a program that would help foster my drive to assist the handicapped and disabled communities. INDS understood my perspectives as a disabled student and helped me integrate that into my studies, while also teaching me how to view things from the perspectives of different disciplines. It was a program recommended to me by a family member.

What are your plans for after graduation, and how do you see using your INDS degree?

I plan to look for work in the health field and gain more experience working directly with disabled patients. I would also like to continue researching and contribute to developing guides to help people improve and take charge of their health.

Were you involved in any clubs or organizations? Did you hold any leadership positions? URCAD? URA? Off-campus internships? On-campus research experiences?

• Intern, UMBC Dining 

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