UMD SGA executive candidates emphasize student well-being, sustainability in debate Both presidential candidates discussed how they would address diversity, equity and inclusion issues at this university. Sasha Allen April 21, 2023
Rafael Lorente named next dean of UMD journalism college Lorente is the associate dean for academic affairs and the master’s program director for the Philip Merrill College of Journalism. Katharine Wilson April 20, 2023
Student, alumni businesses win funding at annual Pitch Dingman Competition The annual competition, organized by the Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship, featured young ventures from the University System of Maryland schools. Nick Elliott April 20, 2023
UMD SGA bills aim to educate students on mold prevention The bills also will put into place methods of educating students on preventive measures they can take. Sasha Allen April 20, 2023
Sophomore Erika Holdren elected as next UMD RHA president Holdren, RHA's current dining services advisory board coordinator, ran against current RHA vice president Aiden Wechsler. Natalie Weger April 19, 2023
UMD SGA candidates begin campaign for 2023 elections Students will vote for candidates from United Maryland and Aspire Maryland between April 24-26. Sasha Allen April 19, 2023
UMD DOTS applies for grant to fund electric buses on campus In 2021, university President Darryll Pines announced that the university was committed to having an all-electric vehicle fleet by 2035. Marwa Barakat April 18, 2023
UMD SGA promotes sustainability efforts and electric buses on campus Along with promoting a fossil-free campus, the organization has also been pushing for funding for electric buses on campus. Sasha Allen April 18, 2023
UMD student repurposes food waste into renewable energy Fermented food waste is a product that has already been partially broken down, as opposed to non-fermented. Once it is converted to methane, it can be used for applications such as heating, electricity and fertilizer. Nick Elliott April 17, 2023
UMD GSG supports health insurance waiver requirement for graduate students Currently, graduate students can enroll with the plan by choice, while undergraduates are automatically enrolled. Marwa Barakat April 16, 2023