FY 2017 Maryland state budget caps tuition increases at 2 percent
The budget provides for a surplus of more than $400 million and a rainy day fund of more than $1 billion.
Wallace Loh got to meet Wayne Gretzky, his go-to source for leadership quotes
“Skate to where the puck is going,” Gretzky (and Loh) advise, “not where it has been.”
Strategic Partnership Act for UMD and UMB will become law
The bill will pass into law without Gov. Hogan’s signature.
Greek life governing bodies create positions focused on diversity
The new position aims to bring discussions about diversity in Greek life to the forefront.
Strategic Partnership bill for UMD and UMB moves through Maryland House
It will now return to the Senate for consideration of the House’s amendments before later being sent to Gov. Larry Hogan for final approval.
Hacker sends anti-Semitic, racist fliers to UMD printers
The fliers praise global white supremacy, feature swastikas and accuse “the Jews” of destroying the country.
Amended version of Strategic Partnership Act moves through Maryland Senate committee
Legislators removed a clause that would have allowed for the combined institution to have one president in the future.
Maryland Senate committee hears testimonies on bill that would unite UMD and University of Maryland, Baltimore
Some praised the potential for better national rankings and increased collaboration, while others expressed concerns over reduced autonomy.
UMD uses survey to measure campus climate
The first 3,000 students to respond to the Student Environment and Experiences Survey will get $10 credit in Terrapin Express.
Maryland bill could unite UMD and University of Maryland, Baltimore into one institution
If this happens, the combined University of Maryland would include a medical school and law school.