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Some students with weakened immune systems are concerned about UMD’s response to COVID-19

Coronavirus disproportionately affects older populations and people with weakened immune systems, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Eric Neugeboren
March 17, 2020

UMD’s Stamp, Eppley to shut down as coronavirus cases rise in Maryland

Both were previously set to be operating on a limited schedule during the extended break.

Angela Roberts
March 17, 2020

As coronavirus spreads, UMD employees want clearer guidance from their supervisors

Many are scheduled to report for work on Wednesday.

Angela Roberts
March 17, 2020

State officials working to refund students for weeks of room and board

The Board of Regents held a virtual meeting Monday to discuss COVID-19.

Diamondback Staff
March 16, 2020

Worker at a building in UMD’s Discovery District tests negative for coronavirus

So far, 37 Marylanders have tested positive, including 10 in Prince George’s County.

Jillian Atelsek
March 16, 2020

UMD suspends all remaining spring study abroad programs

The university suspended programs in Italy, China and South Korea earlier this semester.

Clara Longo de Freitas
March 14, 2020

“A discussion piece”: UMD professor’s proposed tax bill used as classroom content

The bill was rejected earlier this month.

Freelance Reporter
March 13, 2020

Peace Corps ranks UMD fourth for volunteer production, jumping ahead six places

This university has ranked since 2011, and jumped six places from last year.

Freelance Reporter
March 13, 2020

UMD students will soon be able to major in biocomputational engineering

The field combines biology, physics and data science.

Chloe Goldberg
March 13, 2020

Here’s why students ask strangers to watch their belongings in popular study areas

University Police does not recommend leaving belongings with strangers.

Freelance Reporter
March 12, 2020