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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.

Natalie Weger
April 23, 2023

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.

Natalie Weger
April 19, 2023

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.

Natalie Weger
April 11, 2023

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.

Natalie Weger
April 5, 2023

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.

Natalie Weger
April 3, 2023

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.

Natalie Weger
March 27, 2023

Creative placemaking minor sparks art, community building ambitions in College Park

Creative placemaking is the practice of using arts, culture and creativity to support “vibrant and sustainable” communities.

Natalie Weger
March 17, 2023

USAS teach-in highlights continued calls for higher minimum wage, unionization at UMD

After successfully fighting to make the minimum wage for employees at this university $15 per hour, USAS has moved its focus to advocating for an increase to $22.65 per hour.

Natalie Weger
March 15, 2023

UMD RHA, Muslim Student Association hold town hall about dining hall halal options

Dining Services serves “halal-friendly” food, which is defined as meats that are certified halal during harvesting.

Natalie Weger
March 7, 2023

UMD residential facilities department plans to renovate Ellicott Community

Facilities Management is also prepared to consult architects and engineers to finish a design to replace the South Hill Community’s underground infrastructure.

Natalie Weger
March 2, 2023