UMD alum Eric Swalwell drops out of presidential race He'd been running for the Democratic nomination. Jeff Barnes July 8, 2019
UMD alumnus Eric Swalwell qualifies for Democratic presidential debates The California congressman earned 1 percent support in three polls. Jeff Barnes May 1, 2019
UMD alum Eric Swalwell will run for the 2020 Democratic nomination Swalwell was the first student liaison to the College Park City Council. Jeff Barnes April 15, 2019
“No action, no future”: UMD students join worldwide climate strike in D.C. Students across the world skipped school on Friday to demand action on climate change. Freelance Reporter March 17, 2019
Here’s what Trump’s vague “free speech” comments might mean for UMD At CPAC, Trump said he would restrict funding for colleges that don't "support free speech." Christine Condon March 5, 2019
“I’m still fighting”: Third Women’s March pushes for change, civil rights amid controversy Following reports of anti-Semitic comments from the march's board, the event saw lower turnout. Arya Hodjat January 20, 2019
Here’s how Betsy DeVos wants to change guidelines for college sexual misconduct cases The new rules would allow the accused to cross-examine their accusers. Mary Dimitrov November 14, 2018
Rep. Eric Swalwell was UMD’s first city council liaison. Now, he’s eyeing the White House. Experts say he has a long way to go, but Swalwell hasn't ruled out a run at the presidency. Jeff Barnes October 15, 2018
Comedian Dave Chappelle stumps with Ben Jealous at UMD A month out from the gubernatorial election, Ben Jealous brought friends to campaign at UMD. Angela Roberts October 7, 2018
“Such a good place to make noise”: UMD students react to Kavanaugh hearings A UMD student said she was arrested protesting Kavanaugh’s nomination. Arya Hodjat September 30, 2018