The co-founder of the Black Panther Party urged a UMD crowd to be politically active Political activist Bobby Seale discussed organized resistance to discrimination and oppression. Jillian Atelsek February 2, 2018
Trump’s pick to lead the Education Department’s civil rights office draws concerns from UMD Kenneth Marcus has garnered criticism for his positions on campus sexual assault. Christine Condon January 30, 2018
After facing Maryland, Tom Izzo addressed reports that MSU mishandled sexual assault cases “We’ll cooperate with any investigation and always have.” James Crabtree-Hannigan January 29, 2018
Amid nationwide sexual assault allegations, UMD official says “we may need to step it up” “This is a conversation that really needs to keep going,” said Andrea Goodwin, the Office of Student Conduct director. Jillian Atelsek December 28, 2017
U.S. Education Department opens third Title IX investigation into UMD The department opened its first case into this university on Jan. 11, followed by a second case opened on March 31. Jessie Campisi December 26, 2017
UMD President Loh wants Congress to pass a DACA replacement As of this fall, 132 students protected by DACA attend this university. Christine Condon December 14, 2017
Here’s how the GOP tax bill in Congress could affect UMD students The final bill could tax students’ tuition waivers and interest payments on student loans. Christine Condon December 4, 2017
3 Maryland Democrats urge Rep. John Conyers to resign over sexual misconduct allegations Conyers’ attorney told reporters the congressman “is not going to be pressured” by anyone to resign. Naomi Grant December 1, 2017
UMD President Wallace Loh says GOP tax reform bill will harm higher education Graduate students at this university have protested the bill. Christine Condon December 1, 2017
UMD graduate students join nationwide rally and teach-in to protest federal tax proposal About 100 people attended the Teach-In to Save Grad Ed on McKeldin Mall. Noah Fortson November 30, 2017