Prince George’s County Council revises plan to help laid-off federal workers
The council passed the resolution on Tuesday, which is a scaled down version of the aid package introduced earlier this year.
Experts warn Turning Point USA watchlist could pose risk for UMD professors
The watchlist was created in 2016 to identify professors who “discriminate against conservative students and advance leftist propaganda in the classroom.”
College Park City Council reviews reparations plan for Lakeland
The Restorative Justice Commission presented a set of recommendations for Lakeland, a historically Black community devastated by urban renewal efforts.
Black Lion Café to bring new Ethiopian coffee option to College Park in 2026
The family-owned small business, which operates two locations in Montgomery County, signed a lease to become one of Union on Knox’s newest retailers.
UMD moves esports studio plans to Cambridge Community Center
The new studio’s soft opening is expected for this fall and the grand opening will be held in the spring.
UMD students name asteroid ‘Diamondback’ after completing research for astronomy class
Students published their scientific findings about the physical properties of an asteroid between Mars and Jupiter, which they later named “Diamondback.”
UMD RHA passes bills supporting university farm’s sustainable production, machine improvements
The 202-acre space called Terp Farm is managed by this university’s Dining Services and focuses on developing crops for food production and consumption at this university.
UMD community members attend vigil to honor Palestinians, promote peace for Muslims
Attendees listened to speeches, prayed and held chants at the vigil, which was hosted by this university’s Muslim Student Association at the fountain on McKeldin Mall.
UMD community members emphasize advocacy, action to support Palestinians
Students attended a sit-in on Tuesday as part of a slew of events this week to honor the people of Palestine.
UMD community members attend memorial honoring hostages taken by Hamas from Israel
Tuesday marked two years since Hamas killed more than 1,200 people and took about 250 hostages in an attack on Israel.