U.S. Education Department opens second Title IX investigation into UMD This is the second federal investigation this year examining this university’s handling of sexual violence cases. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD students are working with Dining Services to monitor and reduce food waste Twelve students from the Environment, Technology and Economy Scholars program will measure food waste in the dining halls. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Ex-UMD student challenges officials’ motion to dismiss a $5 million sexual assault lawsuit University administrators had moved to dismiss the complaint on the grounds of qualified immunity. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
White nationalist posters found in at least 4 UMD locations Monday Similar posters were found hanging in Marie Mount Hall and Tydings Hall in December. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Students voiced concerns about accessibility and inclusion on campus at an RHA town hall RHA town halls aim to provide a “direct line” from students to university officials. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD SGA wants to raise $5,000 to help student leaders pay for college through grants The SGA has set a goal to raise $5,000 by March 31. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD Hillel’s Global Justice Shabbat focused on the Syrian refugee crisis The 150 participants listened to speakers and discussed ways they could take action to help Syrian refugees. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Mold in McKeldin Library’s basement could cost up to $1 million to fix Mold began to grow in McKeldin’s basement this past summer. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A Montgomery County lawmaker’s bill calls for 24/7 access to Plan B on college campuses “People don’t just have sex during regular business hours, Monday through Friday.” DBK Admin December 31, 0999
One UMD student ate a frozen donut hole. It sparked a business venture. FroDoh has sold more than 200 boxes of frozen donuts in the Maryland Food Co-Op. DBK Admin December 31, 0999