UMD extends telework guidance for employees until after April 10 “We want you to stay home, telework if you can, and practice social distancing," a message from human resources said. Eric Neugeboren April 8, 2020
GoFundMe pages for these two local restaurants are raising funds for employees Banana Blossom Bistro and Taqueria Habanero both have donation pages. Eric Neugeboren April 5, 2020
Longtime art professor David Driskell died of coronavirus, UMD announces He was 88. Eric Neugeboren April 4, 2020
Some UMD seniors anxious about job search as unemployment soars amid pandemic Some summer internships have been cancelled. Eric Neugeboren April 1, 2020
College Park residents face anxiety, financial uncertainty as COVID-19 spreads Facing lost income and seismic changes to their daily routines, College Park residents hold out for better times. Eric Neugeboren April 1, 2020
UMD postpones move out for dorms, Commons and Courtyards Residents in extended break housing should continue move-out plans and follow CDC guidelines, according to the emails. Eric Neugeboren March 25, 2020
College Park opioid treatment center to ramp up outreach efforts amid low patient turnout Staff say they see as few as five patients per day. Eric Neugeboren March 23, 2020
UMD dorms to close April 5, students must schedule move-out slot Move-out can begin March 27. Eric Neugeboren March 19, 2020
UMD cancels in-person graduation ceremonies, classes this semester The announcement comes after Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan's recommendation Thursday morning. Eric Neugeboren March 19, 2020
Some students with weakened immune systems are concerned about UMD’s response to COVID-19 Coronavirus disproportionately affects older populations and people with weakened immune systems, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Eric Neugeboren March 17, 2020