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Get to Know Maria Gebhardt
What is your favorite part of your job?
I love that I get to tell the compelling stories of faculty, staff and students that show the impact of COSAM's research and discoveries.
What is your education and work experience?
I earned a MBA from Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and a MSLIS from Florida State University. I also have a Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in marketing from FAU. Additionally, I have more than 25 years of solid work experience in marketing. Prior to COSAM, I worked for the sixth largest school district in the nation and the 10th largest library system in the nation for more than a decade.
What do you like most about Auburn?
Auburn is much more than the university. It is an experience filled with rich traditions, and a love and respect that goes around the world.
What is your favorite hobby or hobbies?
My artwork!
Why did you pursue the career you are in?
From an early age, I had a passion for marketing and communications. I enjoy developing ideas to share information and integrate the message with a consistent brand.
What is your favorite spot to de-stress?
The technical term might be a thalassophile or aquaphile, but being from sunny Fort Lauderdale, I automatically de-stress anywhere I can enjoy the water.
If you could go anywhere for one week, where would you go?
If I could go anywhere for a week, I would spend that week in Seychelles. I have always wanted to see the largest coral atoll, Aldabra Island. It would be an amazing vacation and inspirational.