UMD community members celebrate sustainability at Earth Fest
The event occurs annually on this university’s campus and aims to teach students about environmental justice and sustainability.
UMD shuttle bus hits pedestrian outside Wicomico Hall
The pedestrian was transported to a local trauma center with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
How to vote in the 2023 UMD SGA elections
Students get to vote for three executive officers, a representative for their living community, and a representative for their major.
Meet the candidates for UMD SGA president
The Diamondback reached out to both candidates to learn more about their vision for this university.
Students struggle with summer transportation ahead of looming Metro closures
The College Park station, just a brief walk from campus, provides an essential service to students at this university, namely fast and affordable transportation to the larger Washington, D.C. area.
UMD students voice concerns about on-campus room selection process
The Department of Resident Life conducted room selection during late March and early April.
UMD student workers’ groups rally to raise minimum wage, secure the right to unionize
The University of Maryland’s chapter of United Students Against Sweatshops Friday held a rally on McKeldin Mall to advocate for a $22.65 per hour minimum wage for this university’s employees.
UMD SGA executive candidates emphasize student well-being, sustainability in debate
Both presidential candidates discussed how they would address diversity, equity and inclusion issues at this university.
Rafael Lorente named next dean of UMD journalism college
Lorente is the associate dean for academic affairs and the master’s program director for the Philip Merrill College of Journalism.
Student, alumni businesses win funding at annual Pitch Dingman Competition
The annual competition, organized by the Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship, featured young ventures from the University System of Maryland schools.