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. Auzinea Bacon November 15, 2021
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. Auzinea Bacon November 7, 2021
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. Auzinea Bacon November 2, 2021
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. Auzinea Bacon October 28, 2021
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. Auzinea Bacon October 26, 2021
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. Auzinea Bacon October 17, 2021
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. Auzinea Bacon October 7, 2021
UMD public health professor wins award for excellence in environmental leadership In his career, Wilson’s taken strides to fight environmental injustice and racism. Auzinea Bacon September 30, 2021
UMD freshman wins EPA award for environmental education project Daniel was awarded for his role in the Bioma Project, an educational program aimed at elementary and middle schoolers. Auzinea Bacon September 15, 2021
UMD Farmers Market to return in person, bringing community together in Tawes Plaza The market will be held Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Auzinea Bacon September 2, 2021