CIVICUS director takes on new role after 17 years Sue Briggs’ departure has elicited concern from the program’s alumni, who are requesting a town hall to discuss the transition. Freelance Reporter August 11, 2016
KFC uses antibiotics in its chicken. A Maryland advocacy group is trying to stop them. Maryland PIRG is petitioning KFC to stop feeding their birds antibiotics. Freelance Reporter August 11, 2016
The iSchool’s new dean spent some time at the White House Before coming to this university, Keith Marzullo worked in the White House’s Office of Science and Technology Policy. Freelance Reporter August 11, 2016
State of Maryland slashes $72,000 from College Park youth services without warning This would lower funding for the Youth Service Bureau. Freelance Reporter August 4, 2016
UMD will spend $185,000 to allow “equal access for its deaf fans” in lawsuit settlement The university will provide services at athletic events as well as online. Lexie Schapitl August 4, 2016
UMD students can take a free shuttle from the airport to campus this August The shuttle will be offered on seven days throughout the month. Lindsey Feingold August 3, 2016
Black men suffering from trauma are likely to be repeat victims, UMD study finds Researchers from this university investigate “trauma recidivism.” Freelance Reporter August 3, 2016
UMD professors use tarot cards to raise awareness for Asian Americans’ mental health These cards have distinct differences from traditional tarot decks. Alex Carolan August 3, 2016
University of Maryland Police find missing teen Sung was last seen in Calvert Hall on Sunday at approximately 12 p.m. Michael Brice-Saddler August 1, 2016
UMD Thriving Workplace Initiative survey reveals low employee engagement More than 6,000 university employees responded to the survey. Carly Kempler July 29, 2016