UMD to launch Social Justice Alliance with Bowie State University, Richard Collins’ family The alliance will be launched at a virtual event on Thursday. Clara Longo de Freitas September 28, 2020
Inside Denton Hall, one week after UMD ordered “enhanced health precautions” Some residents worry the university isn't enforcing new health and safety rules in the dorm. Clara Longo de Freitas September 28, 2020
With more than half of quarantine housing filled, UMD prepares to add three more dorms Wicomico, Caroline and Carroll halls might be added to the university's quarantine and isolation housing, if needed. Clara Longo de Freitas September 25, 2020
State labor board moves unfair labor practice complaint against UMD forward The union that represents this university’s workers filed the complaint in July. Clara Longo de Freitas September 18, 2020
Students in Denton Hall advised to restrict activity, monitor symptoms for 14 days UMD expects the precautionary measure will allow students to resume in-person activities Oct. 2. Clara Longo de Freitas September 18, 2020
Workers call for improved COVID-19 guidelines across USM institutions in state hearing “We’re happy and eager to have discussions," the system's chancellor said. Clara Longo de Freitas September 18, 2020
UMD survey finds gap between parents’ child care needs and university-provided services Flexible meeting and work times were the most common type of support received. Clara Longo de Freitas September 14, 2020
President Pines answers questions on international students, child care at GSG meeting The GSG also passed a resolution calling for better allocation of graduate student fees. Clara Longo de Freitas September 5, 2020
“It’s gonna be chaos”: UMD employees manage work and child care amid COVID-19 "You’re trying to manage all your own feelings and fears ... while also trying to keep their world and their lives and their experiences as normal as possible.” Clara Longo de Freitas September 3, 2020
UMD GSG issues rally cry to protect international classmates after ICE announcement They're calling on local, state and national officials to help. Clara Longo de Freitas July 9, 2020