UMD professors say Biden’s education policies could boost student interest in Black history Some university professors say Biden's policies will encourage students to continue to seek out diverse curriculum when they enter college. Freelance Reporter February 17, 2021
UMD community is optimistic the Biden administration will revitalize Title IX regulations Biden has signaled a desire to overturn the Trump administration’s regulations. Eric Neugeboren February 11, 2021
Here’s what the Biden administration has done so far to reform the immigration system Biden has signed eight executive orders on issues ranging from DACA to family reunification. Amanda Hernández February 5, 2021
Biden’s emergency COVID-19 plan includes stimulus checks for adult dependents Adult dependents, which includes many college students, are eligible for $1,400 stimulus checks, per Biden's plan. Rina Torchinsky January 14, 2021
A day after Capitol riot, Maryland and Iowa men’s basketball knelt in protest “It was one of the most memorable things I’ve been a part of in my basketball career." David Suggs January 8, 2021
After deadly insurrection, Gov. Larry Hogan calls for Trump’s removal or resignation Hogan condemned the attack and emphasized the importance of a peaceful transition of presidential power Madison Peek January 7, 2021
For some in UMD’s disability community, Joe Biden’s win could mean action for equality “They not only started emphasizing disability, but they were fighting for it and prioritizing it." Clara Longo de Freitas December 10, 2020
The November election saw high youth turnout. UMD students aren’t sure it will continue. Young people of color voted for Biden over Trump by overwhelming margins. Chloe Goldberg December 8, 2020
These UMD students are phone-banking for Georgia’s runoff Senate elections Georgia’s two seats will determine which party has control over the Senate for the next two years. Christine Zhu December 1, 2020
Oregon passed a law decriminalizing hard drugs. Experts aren’t sure if Maryland will follow. Alan Lehman, a professor at this university, said if the measure succeeds in Oregon, it could be applied to other states. Joelle Anselmo November 24, 2020