UMD names public policy building after Thurgood Marshall Marshall and a team of lawyers successfully sued the University of Maryland in an effort to desegregate the campus more than 70 years ago. Sasha Allen February 17, 2023
Maryland General Assembly proposes bill to investigate college savings program error Throughout 2022, families across Maryland grappled with an error in the state’s prepaid college fund that left hundreds of account holders unable to access the benefits of their savings accounts. Marwa Barakat February 17, 2023
Prince George’s County Council introduces pilot program for new construction jobs The proposed bill is designed to strengthen the county’s construction industry by creating entry-level positions for residents. Akshaj Gaur February 17, 2023
New micromobility campaign raises concerns about campus road safety New signage and road markings were installed throughout the campus this week reminding motorists to share the road. Bridget Byrne February 17, 2023
UMD announces $30 million investment in campus projects focusing on global issues The funding initiative is the largest, “most comprehensive” program of its kind at this university, administrators said. Natalie Weger February 16, 2023
UMD SGA to hold monthly cleanups in off-campus areas The clean-ups will target trash left behind from students around the bars, neighborhoods and restaurants just off campus. Sasha Allen February 15, 2023
College Park City Council bans single-use plastic bags starting Sept. 1 The Better Bag Bill, which passed unanimously, bans single-use plastic bags and requires at least a 10-cent fee for paper and reusable carryout bags. Katharine Wilson February 15, 2023
UMD shares emergency response plans, offers support after Michigan State shooting A Monday night shooting at Michigan State University killed three students and critically injured five others. Sasha Allen February 14, 2023
UMD researchers’ record-breaking laser experiment gets national recognition Members of Dr. Howard Milchberg’s lab created a laser that could act as an air waveguide. Olivia Nicholson February 14, 2023
‘UNFOLD,’ new Stamp gallery, explores connection to clothes and textiles The exhibit opened Jan. 30 and closes April 1. Katharine Wilson February 13, 2023