UMD students spent a year fighting for more free period products. They’re still waiting.
The university decided that it will not fund the group's proposal.
Maryland state delegate plans to introduce bill separating HBCUs from USM
The bill's supporters assert the university system has failed HBCUs in the past.
UMD to face $292 million budget cut this fiscal year
Employees making more than $150,000 will see their salaries reduced.
USM braces for $500 million COVID-19 budget cut, potential layoffs
The system acknowledged that “nearly every source” of its revenue will fall in the coming year.
UMD President Pines fields questions about COVID-19 response in virtual town hall
The conversation was co-moderated by The Diamondback.
USM Chancellor Jay Perman stands behind in-person start, but with an exit route
“[Students] need the campus environment as much as they need our courses.”
UMD makes SAT, ACT scores optional, citing testing barriers due to COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic may make it difficult for applicants to complete the exams, according to a fact sheet from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Trump administration drops restriction for international students in online classes
Returning international students will now be able to retain their visa status come fall, even if all their classes are held virtually, as was the case in March when campuses began to close due to the coronavirus.
USM joins lawsuit against ICE over new student visa rule
Maryland is joining 16 other states and the District of Columbia in the lawsuit.
College Park-UMD Metro stop to reopen Sunday
This stop is one of 15 that will open at the start of next week, after a three-month shutdown.