UMD SGA resolution aims to support student research efforts amid federal uncertainty The resolution comes after various federally funded research programs for undergraduate students were canceled or downsized. Amelia Twyman April 10, 2025
UMD RHA elects Emily Shoemaker as president for next academic year Shoemaker said she hopes to facilitate connections between administrators and students at this university. Katherine Schutzman April 10, 2025
Stamp evacuated after 2 grease fires in kitchens Both Chick-fil-A and Qdoba have resumed operations and the building has been cleared. Sanya Wason April 9, 2025
Federal government revokes visas from some UMD international students This university’s International Students and Scholars Services office is communicating with impacted people to give specific information about their situations. Katharine Wilson April 9, 2025
UMD information college dean Keith Marzullo to step down June 30 Information college professor Doug Oard will serve as interim dean beginning on July 1. Sanya Wason April 8, 2025
UMD community members dance, share food at Palestinian culture celebration About 100 people gathered in this university’s Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center as part of the Palestinian Culture Club’s inaugural culture night. Lillian Glaros April 8, 2025
2 UMD alumni pledge $1 million to renovate, expand Benjamin Building Construction on the renovations is slated to begin in 2030. Katherine Schutzman April 8, 2025
UMD launches new website for maintenance, repair requests Facilities Service Central allows university community members to submit requests, track the status of requests and request assistance. Stella Canino April 7, 2025
Fencer disqualified at UMD tournament after refusing to face opponent she says was trans Before her tournament match, fencer Stephanie Turner took a knee and removed her mask to protest her opponent. Pera Onal April 7, 2025
UMD community criticizes ‘xenophobic’ federal inquiry about Chinese students, faculty The letter demands this university provide six pieces of information about Chinese national students and researchers to a congressional committee. Anastasia Merkulova April 4, 2025