UMD libraries are helping Eastern Middle School students with research projects
The students are using the archives for their projects for National History Day, a nonprofit based in College Park.
Provost Mary Ann Rankin takes criticism, suggestions for updated strategic plan
University senators asked for more emphasis on the humanities, community engagement and staff members.
University Senate works to define what can be scheduled for reading day
Some departments schedule review sessions, presentations or other obligations for reading day.
UMD receives research grant to study military professionalism
Being a professional can have different meanings to many people, especially in the armed services.
Maria Fisher’s friends and family have raised more than $13k for scholarships in her honor
Fisher died after she was struck by an SUV on the intersection of Campus Drive and Route 1 on Oct. 1.
Tau Epsilon Phi’s racist, sexist email gets Twitter backlash
UMD Social Justice tweeted a screenshot of a racist, sexist email involving three university fraternity members.
SGA meets with USM to encourage fossil fuel divestment
System representatives were receptive to the possibility of divesting over the next 10 years.
After first grad dean pick fell through, UMD announces new interim choice
Associate Provost for Academic Affairs Steve Fetter will be the graduate school’s new interim dean.
UMD Senate committee will review a bill to create more gender-inclusive restrooms
The proposal calls for more gender-inclusive facilities on the campus, including locker rooms, changing rooms and restrooms.
Georgia Rep. John Lewis will speak at UMD about civil rights
Lewis and his co-author are coming to the campus on Oct. 12 to discuss their award-winning book.