UMD students celebrate diversity of South Asian culture at multicultural night
The annual event hosted by this university’s South Asian Student Association typically draws about 200 people.
Ellicott Hall to temporarily close in fall 2026 for AC installation, renovations
Hagerstown Hall is expected to receive similar renovations and construction is slated to start in January 2027 after more funding is approved.
New UMD gallery uses art to address sexual violence
The exhibition, which opened in Stamp Student Union in October, encourages the use of art for social change.
Alum, Iowa judge David Porter credits passion for law to his time at UMD
Porter said he looks back to his time at this university as a critical point in his life when he developed an interest in law.
Purple Line to begin testing light-rail vehicles at UMD in January
The testing on campus is expected to be conducted overnight on selected days from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
UMD SGA condemns student-hosted event with IDF soldiers, demands university issues apology
The resolutions come weeks after this university’s Students Supporting Israel chapter hosted three Israeli Defense Forces soldiers at an event on Oct. 21.
UMD alumni offer STEM students tips for job searching in a turbulent market
Four recent graduates shared their career experiences with students who plan to enter STEM fields at a panel on Tuesday.
UMD community members rally university administration to keep ICE off campus
The group marched from Hornbake Plaza to the Thomas V. Miller Administration building, holding up signs and chanting phrases like “say it loud, say it clear: immigrants are welcome here.”
UMD student creates mental health brand, publishes self-reflection journal with her mother
Senior management major Ella Macduff and her mother spent an eight hour trip to this university 2023 opening up about their personal struggles.
Maryland union members attend USM Board of Regents meeting to support workers’ rights
The push comes after university system Chancellor Jay Perman in September said government funding cuts are harming public universities and could lead to layoffs.