Here’s a look at the bills UMD RHA passed this year
RHA passed several bills this semester to promote student support and sustainability on campus.
Two Maryland AFSCME union councils to merge, represent 45K workers
The unification began in April after the AFSCME International Union and executive boards of Council 3 and Council 67 voted in its favor.
UMD shuttle bus hits pedestrian outside Wicomico Hall
The pedestrian was transported to a local trauma center with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
UMD students voice concerns about on-campus room selection process
The Department of Resident Life conducted room selection during late March and early April.
UMD student workers’ groups rally to raise minimum wage, secure the right to unionize
The University of Maryland’s chapter of United Students Against Sweatshops Friday held a rally on McKeldin Mall to advocate for a $22.65 per hour minimum wage for this university’s employees.
Sophomore Erika Holdren elected as next UMD RHA president
Holdren, RHA's current dining services advisory board coordinator, ran against current RHA vice president Aiden Wechsler.
Yahentamitsi Dining Hall sees most hand swipes since 2017
South Campus Dining Hall had the second highest number of hand waves with 30 percent, and 251 North accounted for about 14 percent of hand waves.
UMD announces new Center for Community Engagement
The new center will coordinate with units across campus to foster new opportunities for community-engaged scholarship, instruction and service.
UMD esports studio may come to former North Campus Dining Hall
If approved by the Board of Regents, the esports studio will join the North Campus Market — which is now set to open in fall 2023 — at the former dining hall.
Half-baked hopes: Stamp Panera opening delayed to August
The contract between the University of Maryland and Panera Bread company has been signed as of January, but health and safety permits are not ready for approval.