UMD student and her mother offer “melanin-rich” history for Black History Month
Radiance and Barbara Talley highlighted everything from melanocyte cells to the invention of potato chips.
UMD panelists discuss making Prince George’s County “more equitable across racial lines”
A new report discussed at the panel found economic inequity among lower-income neighborhoods inside the Beltway.
College Park’s latest Chinese restaurant has build-your-own meals
It's located between Lotsa Pizza and 7-Eleven on Knox Road.
UMD group offers a mix of dance and community service
When they aren’t packing lunches or handing out hygiene products, the STEPP members practice stepping, a modernized African step dance.
UMD transfer students feel neglected by Resident Life
In fall 2018, 134 transfer students received on-campus housing.
Taqueria Habanero provides “99% authentic” Mexican cuisine to College Park
The restaurant opened on Route 1 in December.
UMD lab burns Christmas trees in annual fire safety demonstration
“Because of the holiday season … we want to highlight some of the safety hazards that come along with using trees.”
UMD animal rights group pays students $5 to watch factory farming documentary
One attendee brought dogs to help soothe viewers who were upset by the footage.
Free speech advocates weigh banning hate speech, making students feel safe at UMD panel
“What’s offensive to anybody is so subjective — do we really need a college nanny to tell us?”
UMD students think everyone has sex in college. Research says otherwise.
Intercourse is the “optimal social goal for most people here," one student said.