VOLUNTEER LEADERS "Since time is the one immaterial object which we cannot influence—neither speed up nor slow down, add to nor diminish—it is an imponderably valuable gift."
– Maya Angelou The University of Maryland, Baltimore recognizes that volunteers are vital to the success of the organization. Volunteers help carry out our mission to strive for excellence in professional and graduate education, research, public service, and patient care. We are pleased to recognize our volunteer leaders—individuals whose talents, devotion, and vision have benefited the University enormously—for their gifts of time. This year’s Founders Week celebration was dedicated to these individuals.  Sylvan Feldman, DDS
DENTAL SCHOOL, ’65, ’76, ’78
Member, Dean’s Faculty and Alumni Association Board of Directors I volunteer because I feel that dentistry has given me a wonderful life. As an alumnus, I am happy to pay back the Dental School for the excellent life and opportunities that I have enjoyed because of my education. If you benefit from something—you should give back. I’m very thankful for what the Dental School has done for me. As a volunteer faculty member, the students benefit from my experience—it adds another layer of enrichment to their Dental School experience. |  |  Paul Bekman, JD
SCHOOL OF LAW, ’71
Chair, Board of Visitors
Past Co-Chair, Building Campaign When I first became a lawyer, I was mentored by one of the partners in the firm who told me that there’s more to the practice of law than just practicing law. And his advice was, "Get involved. It will benefit you, it will benefit the bar, and it will also benefit the people of Maryland." I think volunteering is something that everybody should do. I’ve been involved in volunteer activities as long as I’ve been a practicing lawyer, for over 34 years, and it’s given me great satisfaction to be able to give back to the School of Law and the profession—something that perhaps will aid both in moving forward. | |  Morton Bogdonoff, MD
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Past Chair and Charter Member, Board of Visitors I feel that I would, when asked, be happy to contribute as a volunteer on the basis of what I think I could offer to the institution or the person asking for help. At the time I began my volunteer work with the School of Medicine, Dr. Wilson had just been appointed. I have the feeling that I offer some good advice, which he has used from time to time, and he has been so remarkably productive. It has been very rewarding for me to serve as a volunteer for the School. | |  Marla and David Oros
SCHOOL OF NURSING Marla Oros, MS, RN
School of Nursing, ’84; Chair, Open Gates Board of Directors I think it’s important to volunteer—because there are so many needs that exist within our community that are not funded or able to be fulfilled by traditional staff—and that require support and talent and energy from people willing to give their time to something that they are passionate about. I think it’s about fulfilling needs that go unmet in our community. I’ve been blessed with certain gifts and talents, and I have an obligation to share and help others who are less fortunate. David Oros
Past Chair and Current Member, Board of Visitors I think it’s a good feeling to be part of a team effort that involves the School of Nursing and a group of people who are utilizing our time and the donations that we make—and really working to help all these people. It’s a great feeling when you see everything come together and it actually works. | |  Clay Warrington, Jr., BSP
SCHOOL OF PHARMACY, ’58
Member, Board of Visitors; Chair, Legacy Council For me, a legacy doesn’t need to be a plaque or the naming of a lecture hall. It’s the mere satisfaction that you are contributing, through your time or financial commitment, to something which enabled you to have a rewarding and meaningful life. With funding at reduced levels, volunteering is more important than ever. The School of Pharmacy was key in providing me with the fundamental background on which I built my business career. | |  Sue Wolman, MSW
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK, ’79
Member, Board of Advisors; Chair, Social Work Community Outreach Service Advisory Board Nothing demonstrates more clearly than the widespread effect of Hurricane Katrina the need for each of us to help one another, because we can’t wait for an agency or the government to act or to do it all. I feel like I get a lot of rewards from my volunteer work, probably more than I give. Working with the staff is a real privilege. They are very special, creative, forward-thinking people, and I learn so much from them. My volunteer service is payback for what the School did for me to allow me to live the life I’m living. | |  John Patterson, DDS, MBA
DENTAL SCHOOL, ’64, ’74
DR. SAMUEL D. HARRIS NATIONAL MUSEUM OF DENTISTRY
Past Chair and current Vice Chair, Board of Visitors;
Member, Committee for the 10th Anniversary Celebration It was Dr. Harris’ vision to educate the public across the country about the importance of oral health in overall health. Implementing his vision and preserving the heritage of the dental profession have been the passions of all who are affiliated with the National Museum of Dentistry. I first became involved with NMD when it was just a dream of others. Over the years, there has been great satisfaction in working with dental professionals, staff, and University officials to bring NMD to a place of national prominence. |
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