UMD Counseling Center added four part-time psychologists in the fall despite hiring freeze The university plans to hire a full-time psychologist and CARE to Stop Violence coordinator this semester. Eric Neugeboren February 10, 2021
Maryland lawmakers and USM employees speak on collective bargaining bill at hearing The bill would allow a union representing multiple institutions to negotiate a “master agreement” with the system. Clara Longo de Freitas February 8, 2021
La Plata Hall residents must restrict activity or return home after uptick in COVID cases Students must make their decision by 7 p.m. Friday, according to an email sent to residents. Eric Neugeboren February 5, 2021
UMD names 19 faculty and students to provost search committee The announcement comes a week after former Provost Mary Ann Rankin's official resignation. Angela Roberts February 5, 2021
UMPD responds to a reported burglary in South Campus Commons 1 The department’s criminal investigations unit is investigating this incident. Rina Torchinsky February 5, 2021
UMD students appreciate spring pass/fail option but say it’s long overdue "Why couldn’t they have done it last semester?” Diamondback Staff February 5, 2021
UMD freshmen on campus for the first time balance safety and social life Some students have struggled to make friends. Christine Zhu February 5, 2021
Some Commons, Courtyards residents remain dissatisfied after UMD’s agreement with MEDCO Residents are still being held responsible for the remaining seven months of their 12-month leases. Jonathan Tercasio February 5, 2021
UMD SGA members to gather data on student housing costs in College Park They hope the data will influence city decisions. Clara Niel February 5, 2021
UMD SGA to vote on adding a committee that would meet with University Police The bill raises concerns that there is no "defined mechanism" that allows student input about UMPD. Amanda Hernández February 4, 2021