UMD snags top-5 rank in D.C. region for cash fundraising in FY15 Amid various campus projects and limited state funding, the university is placing a large emphasis on fundraising efforts. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Mongolian Grill temporarily closes after snow damage Best case scenario: the station will reopen on Monday. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD receives $500,000 grant to launch an augmented and virtual reality center The grant was awarded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD faculty, students react to the use of plagiarism detection software Turnitin, which conducts “student work similarity reports,” was fully implemented at this university this semester. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
“She exuded kindness”: friends and family remember UMD student Maria Fisher The freshman died Sunday morning after she was hit by an SUV while attempting to cross Route 1. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD Graduate Student Government to intensify focus on disability rights The GSG Diversity Committee is planning a spring campaign to raise awareness for diversity issues and disability awareness. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD students learn sexual assault coping strategies at response panel The panel was organized primarily for Greek life members but was open to all students. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD joins network that aims to attract and retain Baltimore-area students The University of Maryland is the network’s newest member in nine years. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD emergency manager: “We are well-prepared” for potential hurricane Hurricane Jose could hit the northeastern United States this week. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Stamp Student Union is getting a new hibachi restaurant — and it serves poke Hibachi-San is slated to open in the Stamp Student Union food court by Sept. 27. DBK Admin December 31, 0999