USAS chapter prioritizes push to raise hourly wages to $15 for all UMD workers
This university's chapter of United Students Against Sweatshops outlined several initiatives during their kickoff meeting.
Five UMD students commit to teaching in underserved areas this fall
The students are working under Teach for America, a nonprofit organization that trains and places individuals at schools in underserved communities across the country.
Hyattsville Mayor Kevin Ward remembered as role model, dedicated leader
Outside of serving on the Hyattsville City Council, Ward worked on a foundation to support kids with autism.
‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ author Jeff Kinney to be UMD’s spring commencement speaker
Kinney is a University of Maryland alumni and former Diamondback staffer.
UMD students, faculty react to Supreme Court affirmative action cases
The Supreme Court agreed to hear two affirmative action cases on Jan. 24.
‘The way language is used in real life’: Lectica language app engages users with culture
Lectica currently teaches seven languages, and 12 more are coming soon.
UMD SGA passed nine bills in the past two weeks. Here’s what you need to know.
This is the rundown of the bills you need to know about.
Roaches, poor maintenance among Parkside apartment gripes
Rent is increasing at Parkside, but residents say the conditions don't justify the increase.
UMD campuswide crime drops just over 4 percent in 2021
UMPD will also be starting a new partnership called Lights On! to reduce parking tickets for broken lights.
Buso Cuts: A UMD marketing graduate’s barbershop
Edwin Arias opened the shop on Baltimore Avenue in September 2018.