University Senate votes in favor of amended UMD bereavement policy
The proposal would redefine bereavement as the period of mourning after “someone close to the student” dies, and list it as an acceptable justification for an excused absence.
University Senate votes in favor of uniting with other Big Ten schools against Trump
The resolution comes as the Trump administration seeks to exert control over higher education, including cutting research funding and revoking student visas.
UMD education students remain passionate amid U.S. education department changes
Trump has carried out a number of actions against the country’s education system since taking office in January with the goal of dismantling the education department.
Prince George’s County, Trump administration officials clash over immigration policy
Prince George’s County is a sanctuary jurisdiction, meaning its local authorities separate themselves from federal immigration enforcement.
UMD will see more than 10% board fee increase for 2026 fiscal year, highest in last decade
Students are set to pay an additional $512 for a typical double dorm room with air conditioning and $636 for a base resident dining plan for the 2025-26 school year.
A childhood dream to reality: UMD alum reflects on experience as ‘Survivor’ contestant
The University of Maryland alum appeared on the first five episodes of Survivor’s 48th season, where she competed against 17 other players in Fiji's Mamanuca Islands.
UMD SGA resolution aims to support student research efforts amid federal uncertainty
The resolution comes after various federally funded research programs for undergraduate students were canceled or downsized.
Experts weigh in on how dismantling the education department could impact UMD
Trump signed an order directing education secretary Linda McMahon to close the department and redistribute its functions to state and local governments.
Here’s how the University Senate’s legislative process works
The Diamondback spoke with three senators to understand the history of the body as well as its structure and processes.
UMD president Darryll Pines responds to Trump’s executive orders in biannual address
Pines warned the audience of the threats the Trump administration poses to research funding, the federal workforce and higher education institutions.