For the first time, UMD’s SGA will have black and women’s caucuses
The caucuses create forums for women and black students to voice their concerns.
UMD animal rights group pays students $5 to watch factory farming documentary
One attendee brought dogs to help soothe viewers who were upset by the footage.
UMD Senate supports rules preventing students from reusing work for multiple classes
The Senate also backed two new majors — one about embedded computing systems and another linking philosophy, economics and politics.
College Park officials consider subsidizing security cameras for residents, businesses
The council's program could offer residents and businesses discounts on security cameras to aid police.
At State of the Campus, UMD President Loh criticizes Regents, touts campus improvements
Some senators wanted him to talk more about the football scandals and their fallout.
UMD RHA supports plan to place intramural fields on the golf course
The overwhelming majority of RHA members were in favor of the resolution.
Sen. Jim Rosapepe defends President Loh to UMD GSG, which favored his retirement
The president is set to retire in June.
“This is a real issue”: UMD PSA holds open forum on sexual assault and harassment
About 50 people showed up to the event, which was held at R.J. Bentley’s.
College Park’s Applebee’s has shut its doors
Slices, Pizza Mart, Kapnos Taverna and Rugged Wearhouse have also closed in recent months.
After waiting months for external diversity review, UMD activists say they’re unsatisfied
The report didn't include many specific recommendations or student experiences.