Alpha Sigma Phi helps eight Greek organizations become Safe Haven certified In order to get the certification, members of this university’s Greek life community had to participate in a four-hour training program. Naomi Grant April 5, 2016
RHA elects new president and vice president, passes four resolutions The RHA Senate elected Steve Chen as its new president and Sasha Galbreath as its new vice president. Zach Melvin April 5, 2016
American University professor discusses evolution of Islam at START lecture About 40 students, START employees and attendees came to hear Mohamed Nimer. Diamondback Staff April 5, 2016
Division of Student Affairs panel helps faculty understand undocumented students’ challenges “They really don’t know who to go to for help because they don’t have the resources.” Diamondback Staff April 5, 2016
UMD officials gather to discuss climate-change implications post-Paris Agreement The panel consisted of school officials and professionals, who discussed the agreement that will be open for signature on April 22. Diamondback Staff April 4, 2016
New UMD student project: one campus, five outdoor pianos If you’ve ever wanted to stop and play piano on your way to class, now you can. Rokia Hassanein April 4, 2016
UMD University Senate considers new undergraduate major in public policy The proposal for the new program will be heard on the University Senate’s floor on April 20. Grace Toohey April 4, 2016
Greek life governing bodies create positions focused on diversity The new position aims to bring discussions about diversity in Greek life to the forefront. Darcy Costello April 3, 2016
UMD students in SAE chapter shave their heads for fraternity member fighting cancer The fraternity now has 14 bald heads instead of one. Grace Toohey April 3, 2016
MaryPIRG works to save the bees, finds support from UMD students They’re not alone — they’re also forming a “bee coalition.” Naomi Grant March 31, 2016