Less food waste, bike lane advocacy among UMD SGA’s sustainability priorities
SGA members said they are looking to decrease carbon footprints at this university.
UMD researchers investigate promising gene to battle drug addiction
Two University of Maryland faculty members are investigating a gene that might be the answer to understanding decision-making during relapse for individuals struggling with drug addiction.
Here are UMD GSG’s priorities for graduate student advocacy this year
The organization's first priority this semester is to increase its recruiting effort.
Maryland Club Climbing helps secure UMD’s first indoor rock climbing wall
The Facilities Council approved the proposal for a 12-foot indoor rock climbing wall in Eppley Recreation Center.
Alumni innovations assist UMD sustainability efforts
The two former students, while both working to improve general sustainability, focus on different facets.
Student outreach, reducing fees headline UMD SGA’s priority list
UMD SGA's executive vice president Meghana Kotraiah said she’s looking to organize more everyday events for the student body.
Purple Line, new basketball center among current campus construction projects
Campus Drive has been a site of constant construction and walking detours in preparation for the Purple Line since the beginning of this year.
UMD graduate student group continues fight for collective bargaining rights
The group, formerly known as Fearless Student Employees, is continuing a yearslong effort that would allow them to negotiate wages, hours and other conditions.
University Senate approves undergraduate global health degree, debates exam policies
The new major is a collaboration between this university’s public health school and several other departments.
New Maryland law expands composting on campus and beyond
The law aims to prevent waste before it occurs, feed people and animals, recycle non-edible food waste and reduce greenhouse gasses emitted from landfills.