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UMD alumna is first female to run youth mentorship, after-school programming foundation

Janaiha Bennett is an alumna of this university and the executive director of the Youth Leadership Foundation, in Washington, D.C., that provides mentoring to students in third to 12th grade who live in underrepresented communities.

Freelance Reporter
October 29, 2021

UMD to pause development of Guilford Woods following months of backlash

The university will continue to study Guilford Woods to address environmental concerns related to the proposed development.

Diamondback Staff
October 28, 2021

Frustrated by UMD’s approach to strategic plan, a group of professors is making its own

This university's chapter of the American Association of University Professors says the university-led plan doesn't prioritize the right goals.

Shifra Dayak
October 28, 2021

SGA introduces bill to condemn actions of anti-abortion advocates on campus

The bill also questions the university's policies on demonstrations and how they enforce them.

Ryan White
October 28, 2021

UMD, state groups take action to help Haitian refugees amid outcry over border treatment

Groups are pushing for changes to the Biden administration's immigration policies and raising funds for the refugees.

Sofia Garay
October 28, 2021

With pandemic exposing health disparities, Maryland launches health equity commission

The commission will give advice on issues of racial, ethnic, cultural or socioeconomic health disparities.

Auzinea Bacon
October 28, 2021

Want to help the environment? Some local residents suggest keeping leaves on yards.

Some local residents say keeping leaves in yards could help protect insects and the environment.

Anaya Truss-Williams
October 28, 2021

Satisfying a sweet tooth: Insomnia Cookies reopens in College Park

The new store is located at 4513 College Park Ave., across from Target and the Landmark.

Abigail Russ
October 28, 2021

Prince George’s County extends indoor mask mandate to December

The county executive can amend or terminate the mandate at an earlier date.

Shreya Vuttaluru
October 27, 2021

Black faculty, staff speak out against racism at UMD during BFSA town hall

At the town hall, Black employees at this university shared their experiences with discrimination and anti-Blackness during their time on the campus.

Shifra Dayak
October 27, 2021