Terp Family Hugs & High Fives

Terp Family Hugs & High Fives provides families from around the world an opportunity to be an active part of their student’s journey at UMD. This event is about spreading positivity, encouragement, and fostering community connection through heartfelt gestures. Family members are invited to campus to distribute snacks and drinks to students while offering hugs, high fives, fist bumps, and words of encouragement to students preparing for midterms, finals, or navigating the everyday challenges of college life.

Hugs & High Fives builds connections not only between students, who bond through shared moments of support but also between families as they uplift UMD students during stressful times. The event also brings together key campus partners, including the Dean of Students Office, Health Center, Counseling Center, and the Mental Health Coalition, to emphasize the importance of emotional well-being, stress reduction, and the power of human connection.