UMD’s new Special Olympics college chapter is the first of its kind in Maryland
The Student Government Association approved the group in January.
University of Maryland students and faculty are calling for an indigenous studies minor
“For native students, [the minor] offers them a chance to learn more about themselves,” one professor said.
Sen. Ben Cardin slammed Trump’s foreign policies during a discussion at UMD
“We need to be more united in how we move forward,” Cardin said.
New UMD group gives students a chance to turn their beliefs into political activism
The group currently plans to focus on reproductive rights.
University of Maryland professor sheds light on similarities between racism and sexual assault
Victims of both are often oppressed by society, said Neil Irvin, an associate professor in the public health school.
UMD SGA passes a resolution urging administrators to declare this university a sanctuary campus
The resolution vote was nearly unanimous, with only one dissenting vote.
University of Maryland welcomes new women’s rights chapter to campus
In the group’s first meeting, 25 students wrote letters to U.S. representatives and Senators.
A $100,000 grant would help the University System of Maryland promote open-source textbooks
These resources are openly licensed and oftentimes free, helping to save students money.
UMD SGA passes resolution to support recognizing Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples’ Day
The resolution passed 21-8, with three abstentions.
SGA to discuss changing Columbus Day to Native American Day or Indigenous People’s Day
The group will vote on the resolution next week.