Israel Arava Institute addresses water shortages with UMD students
Shmuel Brenner, director of the Arava Center for Sustainable Development, emphasized the importance of unity between countries.
City Council, CPCUP seek outside funding to boost College Park’s aesthetic appeal
The two entities are hoping to nab a $11 million to $14 million grant.
UMD Health Center brings therapy dogs to campus
Stress affects many college students, but the University of Maryland’s Health Center is doing something “different” to promote stress relief.
Nando’s works with Green Tidings to donate proceeds to Campus Pantry
This event marks Nando’s second fundraiser with the University of Maryland’s Campus Pantry.
Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank will be UMD’s spring commencement speaker
The university named him as the commencement speaker Monday.
Maryland Hillel hosts national basketball tournament for more than 30 visiting schools
An eruption of noise filled the Reckord Armory on Sunday as fans — including Jewish reggae singer-songwriter Matisyahu — cheered for more than 400 Jewish athletes.
UMD students mentor female high schoolers in empowerment program
The program offers female high school students college preparation and career development assistance.
Former CIA, NSA director sits on UMD panel to address cyber spying and foreign policy
Panelists agreed that 9/11 and recent technological advancements have forced government agencies to transform the ways in which they gather information.
UMD interracial couples discuss relationships on Loving Day
Some recalled struggles with family members, others mentioned inappropriate glances from passersby.
Res Life and RHA discuss eliminating university planners
For the 2015-2016 academic year, the Department of Resident Life printed 14,000 planners, which cost them $19,870.