UMD alumni connect with former classmates amid pandemic, share homecoming memories
“People have been going out of their way to connect.”
“The need doesn’t go away”: UMD students turn to volunteer work during pandemic
Some students have volunteered at food banks, while others have found volunteer work relating to the presidential election.
UMD dining halls’ carryout boxes are compostable, but many students are throwing them out
“Some of us … [think] about the environment all the time, but most of us are kind of just too busy.”
“I got my vote in”: Some Prince George’s County voters use poll accommodations
For some voters, voting accessibility services can define how easy or difficult it is for them to vote.
Months after contracting COVID-19, UMD students are dealing with the aftermath
Experts are still investigating long-term effects of the virus.
Students Helping Honduras holds Halloween-themed fundraiser for COVID-19 relief
The organization sold spooky-themed baskets to raise money for the Students Helping Honduras COVID Emergency Fund.
UMD students volunteer as poll workers during early voting at Xfinity Center
The polls are currently open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for early voting.
UMD student teachers gain experience with online instruction
While many are still enjoying student-teaching, some students say they worry they're not getting the experience to prepare them to one day be in the classroom.
Students petition UMD to return to pass/fail grading for hybrid semester
The university returned to its standard grading policy this semester, despite many students remaining virtual.
Review: Aaron Sorkin crafts an entertaining, timely film with ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’
This is Sorkin's second directorial feature.