With most classes online, some UMD students are turning to GroupMe
Being online instead of with peers in a classroom, many students are using the messaging app more this semester to help them communicate with classmates.
Some UMD students say blue light glasses help prevent strain from virtual classes
Despite differing medical opinions on whether blue light causes eye strain, some students say the glasses are helping them get through the virtual semester.
Amid pandemic, Rosh Hashanah looked different for many Jewish students this year
"Any opportunity that we have to show that we’re here and to show that we are a community together — even if we’re a community apart — is valuable.”
College Park city hall project reaches milestone with first floor cement pouring
The project is set to include retail space, a plaza and office space for both the city of College Park and the University of Maryland.
Maryland women’s basketball has remained optimistic in the face of uncertainty
The Big Ten hasn't given official word about when the season will start.
With the chance of a spring season growing, Maryland women’s cross country is ready to run
The NCAA Division I Council voted in support of a spring cross country season Wednesday.
UMD alumnus talks prison reform at public health school webinar
During the virtual event, Dr. John Hart spoke about the mass incarceration system in the United States, saying it disproportionately affects members of Black and brown communities.
UMD students debate going home or staying on the campus to quarantine
If a student contracts or is exposed to someone who has COVID-19, they have the option of quarantining at their permanent residence or in university isolation housing.
Feeling isolated, some UMD freshmen at home try to connect with campus community
"It doesn't feel like I'm even in college right now.”
UMD clubs operate amid pandemic, hope to attract members at virtual First Look Fair
Adjusting to the pandemic, many university clubs and organizations have had to restructure their functioning for this semester, but nonetheless, they hope to attract interest at this year's virtual First Look Fair.