UMD COVID testing positivity rate declines after weeklong sequester-in-place
The sequester-in-place order lasted a week, from Feb. 20-27.
Over 100 students referred to conduct office for COVID noncompliance so far this semester
The total includes data from the start of the spring semester through February.
RHA votes to support state bill requiring UMD to be carbon neutral by 2035
The FUTURE Act would require all state public universities to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035.
“Lifting their memories”: UMD hosts virtual vigil for Disability Day of Mourning
The vigil is part of a national movement started by the Autistic Self Advocacy Network.
Some UMD community members have mixed feelings on the push for Harriet Tubman on $20 bill
Some say it's a positive change, while others worry it's a performative act.
UMD SGA submits state bill that would add student oversight to fee allocation
The SGA says the university broke system policy on the distribution of student fees.
UMD to lift sequester-in-place order, resume in-person classes
The directive lifts Saturday at noon.
Amid COVID surge, UMD health center director links most cases to dorm gatherings
Some residents of 24 dorms and three Greek Life houses have been moved to quarantine and isolation housing.
Maryland Athletics holds panel on racial justice in sports
The panel included journalists and UMD community members.
UMD’s search for assistant VP for diversity and inclusion is paused
In 2019, the university’s diversity and inclusion vice president announced she would be looking to fill the position.