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Maryland Day 2006 a success
With an estimated attendance of nearly 75,000 people, and coinciding with the 150th anniversary of the university, Maryland Day 2006 was a huge success. The eighth annual open house event was hosted April 29 at the University of Maryland and relied heavily upon volunteers to help organize the more than 400 events that were featured. Among the most visible organizations was Nelnet, with volunteers distributing prizes, college planning DVDs, and $7,500 in scholarships.
Working closely with the University of Maryland, a three-year Nelnet Alumni Affinity partner, Nelnet sponsored the anniversary documentary DVD Keeping the Promise: the Rise of the University of Maryland, as well as the “Beacon of Light” turtle sculpture, one of the 50 sponsored “Fear the Turtle” sculptures being displayed across the UMD campus. “Once again, I am proud to work with Nelnet on their sponsorship of Maryland Day. It is a pleasure to have them as a partner,” said University President Dr. C.D. Mote, Jr. “Affording a higher education can be challenging, but we are honored that Nelnet supports our efforts to help deserving students.” |
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To view highlights from Maryland Day 2006, visit www.marylandday.umd.edu.
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