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Career Q&A: Richard Byrne ’86, English

Every so often, we’ll chat with an alum about what they do and how they got there. Today we’re talking with editor Richard Byrne ‘86, English, about his career and work with the UMBC Magazine. Name: Richard Byrne Job Title: Editor, UMBC Magazine and Special Projects Q: Why did you choose to come to UMBC? Transferring to UMBC in 1984 was one of the best decisions I made in my young life. I found terrific professors who helped to shape my intellectual and creative life. I met alumni who mentored me in my desire to become a writer, and I… Continue Reading Career Q&A: Richard Byrne ’86, English

Carny Attraction: James Taylor '73

Sideshows featuring amazing feats and astonishing freaks became an industry in the United States in the 19th century. But these traveling caravans have been on the endangered list in recent decades. Collecting the artifacts and celebrating the artistry of this vanishing industry has proven addictive to James Taylor ’73, interdisciplinary studies. Read more in the Winter 2010 issue of UMBC Magazine…

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