UMD faculty work to make data science accessible for high schoolers with disabilities The researchers work at the University of Maryland’s information studies college and Trace Research and Development Center. Victoria Stavish March 11, 2022
Student affairs VP says $15 minimum wage possible for UMD students Some departments may be able to raise student worker minimum wages by July 1. James Cirrone March 10, 2022
Ukrainian students at UMD find community in new student association The group helped organize a protest in Washington, D.C., as well as a vigil on campus. Ava Thompson March 10, 2022
UMD SGA passes bill supporting excused absences for mental health The University Senate proposed the bill. Parker Leipzig March 10, 2022
Construction for additions to Commons Shop will come after spring break Construction for the new coffee bar and grill started in fall 2021. Ava Thompson March 9, 2022
Former UMD employee indicted for theft, accused of stealing $1.1 M Schuetz was indicted on one count of theft over $100,000 and another count of theft between $1,500 and $250,000. Grace Yarrow March 9, 2022
Maryland gubernatorial candidates talk climate change goals, policies at forum The League of Conservation Voters and Maryland Matters hosted ten candidates at Tuesday evening’s forum. Hannah Ziegler March 9, 2022
After three years of planning, UMD opens ablution room for Muslim community The opening gained attention after the Muslim Students Association posted a viral Tiktok about it. Auzinea Bacon March 8, 2022
Student Alumni Leadership Council celebrates UMD’s 166th birthday The Student Alumni Leadership Council recognized the day with their annual Charter Day event Freelance Reporter March 8, 2022
Some UMD students want a carryout dining option again For only the first two weeks of the semester, carryout supplies cost approximately $92,000. Ava Thompson March 8, 2022