UMD sees rise in COVID-19 cases after Thanksgiving break
The trend reflects an increase in COVID-19 cases nationally.
UMD researchers analyze how trees in urban areas could decrease stormwater
The researchers published their findings in Nature magazine in November.
UMD voting turnout higher in presidential election than national average, study finds
The university has been higher than the national average since the 2016 election.
This chatbot from UMD professors will answer questions about maternal, infant health
The professors are still designing the bot, and once it is released it will be available as a phone app.
UMD researchers lead project on boosting health literacy in underserved communities
The project partnered with the Asian American Center of Frederick, the Frederick County Health Department and the Health Care Coalition.
UMD professor awarded $20k grant for research on gardening, mental health
Rachel Rosenberg Goldstein, a professor in the public health school, launched a project that combines health information with gardening tools for residents in Baltimore City and Prince George’s County.
With pandemic exposing health disparities, Maryland launches health equity commission
The commission will give advice on issues of racial, ethnic, cultural or socioeconomic health disparities.
Gaysians at UMD brings inclusivity and community for Asian LGBTQ+ members
The club has many plans in mind to bring members together, like movie nights, thrift shopping and more.
Metro suspends service for more than half of its fleet following Blue Line derailment
WMATA stated only 40 trains will be in service starting Monday, allowing for basic operations on all lines. Trains will depart about every 30 minutes.
Sick meals prove useful amid pandemic, some UMD students want more dining flexibility
Sick meals have been offered since 2016, and are different from quarantine meals.