DOTS launched an Uber-like app, except it’s free All you need is the Transloc Rider app and a smartphone with WiFi. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD’s Graduate Council continues to push for better student-advisor relations The graduate school hopes to have clear outlines for teaching assistants developed by the end of this academic year. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Gov. Larry Hogan announces more than $18 million in budget cuts to USM USM Chancellor Robert Caret has empasized that no one will be laid off from their positions. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A UMD student group hosted a rally to discuss freedom of speech on the campus The rally was hosted by the College Park Students for Liberty. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
It took almost a year, but all of UMD’s handicap-accessible entrance markers are back UMD removed 47 of the 57 markers last fall. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Baltimore State’s Attorney calls for unity among African Americans at UMD NAACP event Panelists discussed black activism and the Freddie Gray’s death among other things. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A USM doctor is working with a lab to test the potency of medical marijuana The state of Maryland is expected to begin selling medical marijuana near summer 2017. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Some University of Maryland students are seeking more diversity-focused classes Kumea Shorter-Gooden, chief diversity officer, acknowledged that there is room for improvement. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
STEM buildings are inhibiting learning, students say Several buildings need “comprehensive modernization,” according to Facilities Management rankings. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Plant canopies around UMD’s campus offer natural protection from the sun At least six “living umbrellas” have been placed around the campus. DBK Admin December 31, 0999