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.
The Jerk Pit brings a taste of Jamaican cuisine to College Park
Lisa Nash, who is from Jamaica, opened The Jerk Pit in January 2005 and has run and grown the business ever since.
UMD town hall discusses new student information system set to replace Testudo
Students will soon be able to register for classes, view transcripts and access financial aid information through one mobile app allowing 24/7 user access.
UMD faculty, researchers criticize planned NIH research funding cuts
The research funding cuts came more than a week after Trump issued an executive order to pause federal spending on grants and loans.
University Senate discusses antisemitism and Islamophobia task force report
The report, which was published in November, recommended 10 initiatives to combat hate incidents and increase cultural and religious dialogue on campus.