USM Board of Regents approves minimum wage increase to $15 for union-represented workers
The increase will not include student workers and contractual workers who work at USM institutions.
County forgoes UMD proposal to build track and field facility at Paint Branch Golf Course
The decision came after local residents united in opposition to the university’s plans over the last six months.
JuJu Life app aims to ease leasing process for UMD Chinese international students
The student developers hope to expand the app's reach to major cities in the U.S.
UMD SGA allots $97K to convert Frat Row house into space for MGC and NPHC members
The Student Government Association also voted for their new speaker.
Redistricting complicates College Park City Council’s relationship with county council
City council members have concerns about how the redistricting could affect the city's relationship with UMD.
UMD researchers use food waste to create bioplastics, cleaner energy
The research team uses bacteria to break down food waste and turn it into bioplastics.
College Park City Council awards $26K in educational grants to six local schools
The grants will go toward initiatives such as an environmental club and social and emotional learning resources.
UMD RHA opposes DOTS’ proposed shuttle fee increase for next academic year
DOTS is proposing a $9 fee increase for full-time undergraduates in the 2022-23 academic year.
UMD sorority chef receives $13k through GoFundMe after kitchen accident
The Prince George’s County Fire Department responded to a kitchen fire at the Alpha Omicron Pi house on Monday.
UMD arts and humanities college dean to step down in June
The college’s current dean, Bonnie Thornton Dill, has served in the position for nearly 11 years.