UMD presentation shows the value of fictional languages
David Peterson and Jessie Sams, who created languages heard in a variety of films and shows, discussed the art of conlang.
‘Experiencing Men’s World’ lecture discusses effects of living in patriarchy
Award-winning philosopher Dr. Manon Garcia spoke about her research on gender heirarchies.
Diversity and inclusion office outlines steps for more accessible events at UMD
Offering assistive listening devices and making accessible PowerPoints were two points brought up to make events more accessible.
Professor David MacMillan gives talk on winning Nobel Prize for breakthrough in chemistry
Dr. MacMillan and Benjamin List won the award for their creation of organocatalysis, a process that speeds up chemical reactions.
Fire and Life Safety Ecosystem Symposium highlights gaps in fire safety research
The event was organized by James Milke, the chair of UMD's fire engineering program.
New Jazz Jam brings together UMD students, professional musicians
The monthly event allows students and jazz enthusiasts the opportunity to improv alongside various professional musicians.
UMD Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences department presents seminar on AI weather modeling
As extreme weather becomes more and more common, artificial intelligence is helping researchers understand and predict it.
‘Bros’ romcom filled with drama, laughs and LGBTQ representation
The film stars Billy Eichner and Luke Macfarlane as two characters who fall in love despite being the opposite of each other.
UMD professors, authors discuss systemic racism in America
The panel featured sociology professor Rashawn Ray and discussed systemic racism, inequality and social change.
English pop-rock group Pale Waves hits DC in return to America
The indie pop-rock band from Manchester, England, began its headline North America tour this month.