Programming Committee

The Programming Committee shall consist of the Programming Coordinator of the USGA, who shall serve as its Chair, and as many other members of the USGA Senate necessary to accomplish the goals of the USGA.

Committee members will be selected by the Secretary and shall not consist of any member of the Appropriations Committee.

The Programming Committee is responsible for developing and planning the activities and programs for the USGA Senate.  The Committee shall present an itemized budget request to the Senate for approval.  

The Committee will present a report to the Senate as required by the President.

Committee Leader

Headshot of the programming chair of USGA Princess Afe

Princess Afe
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
umb.usga.programming@umaryland.edu
Bachelors of Science in Nursing
School of  Nursing

Princess Afe, from Prince George's County, Maryland, is a third year Bachelor of Science in Nursing student at the University of Maryland School of Nursing. Princess studied at PGCC and Howard University. Princess is in the Army, works as a CNA in a senior nursing facility and is a home health aide to the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area. Princess aspires to diligently ensure a diverse range of programs that cater to the interests and needs of the student body as a whole. Through her leadership, she aims to inspire others to take an active role in shaping the campus environment and community. When Princess is not busy studying, she enjoys exercising, driving, basketball, football, anime, nature, reading, and resting.

Committee Members

Cindy Anthony

Cindy Anthony
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Doctor of Physical Therapy
School of Medicine
cindyanthony@som.umaryland.edu

My name is Cindy Anthony and I am a 1st year student at University of Baltimore’s DPT program. My pronouns are she/her. I majored and graduated from Towson University in December 2022. I have developed an interest in event planning, and hope to contribute some fun ideas to the Programming Committee. When I’m not busy, I’m usually at the gym, reading, cooking, or watching a movie. I am trying to get into skating and scrapbooking as well.

Brock Brethour
Pronouns: He/Him/His
PhD Program in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Graduate School
brock.brethour@som.umaryland.edu 

Ananya Devadiga
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
MD Program
School of Medicine
ananya.devadiga@som.umaryland.edu 

Douglas Gyamfi

Douglas Gyamfi
Pronouns: He/Him/His
PhD in Nursing
School of Nursing
douglas.gyamfi@umaryland.edu

Douglas Gyamfi is a 2nd-year PhD student in the Nursing program at the University of Maryland School of Nursing. He earned a Bachelors degree in Nursing from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi, Ghana. Currently, Douglas also serves as secretary for the Doctoral Student Organization (DSO) at the University of Maryland School of Nursing. When Douglas is not busy studying, he enjoys going on fun trips, playing video games or in-person games, and watching movies.

 

Niya Harden
Pronouns: 
niyaharden@umaryland.edu

Jasmine Lloyd
Pronouns: 
jasmine.lloyd@umaryland.edu

Molly Pedersen
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Master's Level Entry-Into-Nursing Program (MSN-E)
School of Nursing
mpedersen@umaryland.edu 

Alexa Ufberg
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
aufberg@umaryland.edu

Alexa Ufberg is a 2nd-year Dental student at the UMB School Of Dentistry. She earned a BA in Psychology from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA. Currently, Alexa also volunteers at the raven's game with ASDA, as she enjoys becoming involved in her local community. She also hopes to pursue research opportunities in the Spring. It is important for her to be a part of something that is bigger than herself, and through fundraisers, events, and volunteer opportunities, she hopes to become closer as one community. When Alexa is not busy studying, she enjoys reading, running, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

Zijin Xu

Zijin Xu
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
zijinxu@umaryland.edu 

Zijin Xu is a 3rd-year PhD student at the School of Pharmacy at UMB. He earned his BS degree in Chemical Engineering from Shenyang University of Chemical Technology in China and his Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Connecticut. In addition to his academic pursuits, he serves as a senator for the CSSA (Chinese Student and Scholars Association). In this role, Zijin is committed to creating a welcoming environment where students can explore Chinese culture while forming meaningful connections. He believes that cultural diversity is a cornerstone of campus life and aims to bring people together to bond, make new friends, and share unique experiences. In his free time, he enjoys playing computer games, cooking, and going to the gym.