UMD finishes Tawes Hall renovation, continues on-campus construction
Over winter break the university continued construction on various sites.
UMD students voice concerns about the diversity task force at its second open forum
One student called the task force a “Band-Aid” for racial problems on the campus.
UMD Police officers point guns at car during confrontation in College Park
Because the car was reported stolen, Hoaas said officers initiated a “high-risk” traffic stop that spurred them to draw their weapons.
UMD’s new diversity task force will hold an open forum for students on Wednesday
The task force will assess university policy and programming on hate bias and campus safety.
UMD study shows spending time on social media is linked to more online shopping
While the most frequent social media users are the biggest online shoppers, they are more efficient than those who don’t use social media, the study said.
UMD students and faculty are coming together to help Hurricane Harvey victims
A manager from the Do Good Institute and CIVICUS students have organized fundraisers and a supply drive.
Baltimore man charged with firing gun near a school during Charlottesville rally
The man was arrested and charged on Aug. 26 with discharging a firearm within 1,000 feet of a school.
UMD student Alex Tobin is running for College Park City Council
Tobin, 20, seeks a District 2 seat and announced his campaign Wednesday morning.