UMD professor’s research reveals youth favor protesting over voting
Government and politics professor Stella Rouse found younger generations prefer the immediate satisfaction of protests and boycotting.
UMD student health insurance sees largest price hike in a decade
The annual price of this university’s Student Health Insurance Plan increased by roughly 38 percent.
UMD to offer free menstrual products in dorm bathrooms
Once the department has all of the products and dispensers, they will work to roll out the initiative into restrooms as soon as possible.
UMD will still prohibit cannabis on campus after statewide legalization
Since cannabis is controlled under federal law, it is not permitted on campus under the Federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act.
UMD breaks ground for Stanley R. Zupnik Hall interdisciplinary engineering building
The 157,000 square foot building will feature virtual, interdisciplinary research, instructional labs, a seminar classroom and a conference and meeting space.
Strong community bonds help Black UMD grads top the nation in pursuing doctorates
The university recently ranked first among non-historically Black colleges and universities for the number of Black alumni that go on to earn doctorate degrees.
Wes Moore and Aruna Miller visit UMD to share gubernatorial transition plans
Ken Ulman, a former Howard County Executive and the president of the Terrapin Development Company, will serve as a co-chair of Moore’s transition team.
Sprinkler causes apartment flooding at Landmark
Residents received a fire safety notice from Landmark management to discontinue using candles, burning incense and smoking.
UMD Frederick Douglass statue undergoes conservation project
Douglass' statue at this university serves as a reminder of Maryland’s history of slavery and Douglass’ influential activism.
Flu season comes early as cases spike at UMD
Lower flu vaccination rates and reduced population immunity from masking and lack of exposure to the flu could be to blame.