P.G. County will stay in Phase Two of reopening plan after positivity rate increase County Executive Angela Alsobrooks made the announcement in a Thursday press conference. Emily Williams October 9, 2020
USM committee addresses controversial building names in new policy revisions The changes will be held to a vote with the full Board of Regents. Chloe Goldberg October 9, 2020
“Know Your Rights” workshop discusses racial injustice and interactions with police The goal of the program was to educate young adults on their constitutional rights and how to handle encounters with law enforcement. Freelance Reporter October 9, 2020
UMD marching band continues practice despite no in-person football performances The Mighty Sound of Maryland plans to share pre-recorded songs to play during halftime at football games this year, but it won't be performing on the field. Freelance Reporter October 9, 2020
Community members say UMD’s lawyer for collective bargaining talks is anti-union Jay Krupin's online profile states that he "fought a lengthy and involved battle" to defeat a union. Clara Longo de Freitas October 8, 2020
“Worse than high school debate”: UMD debaters sound off on presidential debates “It was certainly odd to see people being yelled over in what's supposed to be a debate for the highest office in the country." Madison Peek October 8, 2020
Student ambassadors hired to promote UMD’s health and safety guidelines About 65 students at the university now work as ambassadors. Freelance Reporter October 8, 2020
UMD to hold classes on Election Day Instructors have been advised to be flexible and avoid scheduling exams on Nov. 3. Madison Peek October 8, 2020
UMD’s ROTC program makes adjustments due to COVID-19 The program has transitioned to a hybrid format, with normal practices for drills and other activities changing due to coronavirus precautions. Freelance Reporter October 8, 2020
UMD students have continued going to bars. Psychology professors had a few ideas why. R.J. Bentley's closed in September after a team member tested positive for COVID-19. Anaya Truss-Williams October 8, 2020