Trump threatened to federally defund UC Berkeley. At UMD, federal aid tops $340 million. President Loh has called federal appropriations “essential to the quality of life, economic vitality and security of our nation.” DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Maryland retreat for Russian diplomats shut down after election hacking reports The Soviet Union purchased the 45-acre property in 1972, according to reports. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
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 December 31, 0999
Here are the presidential election results by state A running blog of the presidential election results by state. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
How to watch the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Campus political groups are hosting a watch party in Stamp Student Union’s Hoff Theater DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A Maryland congressman wants to raise the age to purchase semiautomatic rifles He aims to raise the purchasing age from 18 to 21. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
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. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Immigration advocacy group CASA de Maryland sues Trump administration over DACA The announcement coincides with the last day those with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals can reapply. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank says he’s stepping down from Trump’s manufacturing council Plank is the second CEO to resign from the council this week. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
SGA could take action to support Chesapeake Bay cleanup after potential Trump budget cuts President Trump is proposing to cut Chesapeake Bay restoration funding from $73 million to $5 million. DBK Admin December 31, 0999