ACLU backs Students for Justice in Palestine chapter’s lawsuit against UMD, USM
The lawsuit argues the university violated students’ free speech and First Amendment rights by restricting campus events on Oct. 7.
UMD SGA passes resolution in support of national anti-hazing bill
The Stop Campus Hazing Act requires higher education institutions to disclose hazing incidents and develop programs to prevent it.
Maryland First Lady Dawn Moore discusses mental health, women’s empowerment with UMD deans
Moore talked about the importance of improving children's mental health and the Maryland government’s $300 million healthcare investment last year.
Here’s how UMD students can vote in the 2024 elections
At the state level, Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and former Gov. Larry Hogan are vying for Maryland’s open U.S. Senate seat.
UMD rises to No. 44 in national college rankings
The ranking, released by U.S. News, is the best this university has ever received.
UMD DOTS, student organizations transform parking spaces for sustainability initiative
Artists, urbanists and environmentalists were invited to reimagine parking spaces for different environmentally friendly uses.
UMD RHA hopes to create inclusive dorm communities, bolster student turnout
Several RHA executive board members said many students feel disconnected from the broader campus community.
UMD GSG members plan to focus on food insecurity, student fees
Varaa Kukreti will serve as the 2024-25 GSG president and Divon Pender will serve as the organization’s legislative affairs vice president.
UMD community members promote students’ civil rights at event discussing Greek life
The event featured several speakers, including a university alum and former U.S. Representative Dennis Cardoza.
‘It was heartbreaking’: UMD students grieve hostages held by Hamas, killed in Gaza
Israeli forces on Sept. 1 recovered the bodies of six hostages taken by Hamas in its attack on Oct. 7 2023.