UMD community criticizes ‘xenophobic’ federal inquiry about Chinese students, faculty
The letter demands this university provide six pieces of information about Chinese national students and researchers to a congressional committee.
UMD LGBTQ+ community, allies celebrate culture, discuss Trump’s threats at Q’mmunity Kiki
This university’s LGBTQ+ Equity Center hosted the kiki, which are social gatherings rooted in Black and brown LGBTQ+ ballroom culture.
Experts weigh in on how dismantling the education department could impact UMD
Trump signed an order directing education secretary Linda McMahon to close the department and redistribute its functions to state and local governments.
‘Goofy’ or ‘a Maryland institution’: UMD students react to Kermit as commencement speaker
Some students were intrigued and excited by the announcement, while others debated the value of having a puppet address the graduating class.
UMD students support sexual assault survivors with semiannual Clothesline Project
The project, which took place during sexual assault awareness month, aims to raise awareness for sexual assault on college campuses.
UMD community members voice concerns on tightened university hiring guidelines
This university announced in an email on March 13 that it would pause creating new regular and contingent staff and faculty positions.
Here’s how the University Senate’s legislative process works
The Diamondback spoke with three senators to understand the history of the body as well as its structure and processes.
Lizzy Alspach announced as The Diamondback’s next editor in chief
Alspach will take over the role on April 13 and will replace current editor in chief Apurva Mahajan.
Federal judge dismisses fraternities’ lawsuit against UMD about Greek Life suspension
This university placed a two-week pause on new member activities and events involving alcohol for all campus Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Association chapters on March 1, 2024.
UMD community members demand university protects international students at office protest
The protest aimed to ensure this university is setting up a system to inform international students about their statuses.