UMD graduate students say their stipends make it hard to stay afloat financially Some students have struggled to find affordable housing and live comfortably. Shifra Dayak September 21, 2021
UMD clubs turn to Discord Student Hubs to meet, recruit members This university's hub launched in late August. Khushboo Rathore September 20, 2021
UMD community questions effectiveness of QR codes in classrooms for contact tracing Large classrooms already have QR codes, but some smaller classrooms are still waiting for theirs. Christine Zhu September 20, 2021
First Look Fair rescheduled to Sept. 29 due to forecasted rain All organizations already registered and confirmed to table the event will still be able to participate. Abigail Russ September 20, 2021
UMD works to revamp privacy policy A state bill that passed last year prompted the latest extended privacy policy proposal. Ryan White September 20, 2021
UMD student group hosts exhibit to promote value of public green spaces A green oasis replaced a pair of parking spaces near Queen Anne's Hall as part of the group's exhibition. Shifra Dayak September 20, 2021
Proposal in University Senate seeks to change UMD’s mental health excused absence policy Exact wording of any future policy changes would be decided by the Senate’s Academic Procedures & Standards Committee. Abigail Russ September 20, 2021
Some UMD students have the flu and common cold. The pandemic has changed how they respond. Students say the realization of getting sick — even if isn't COVID-19 — can be anxiety-inducing. Victoria Stavish September 20, 2021
Return of in-person campus life has made some UMD students anxious, uncertain Some students have struggled to adjust to the return of crowded public spaces and dozens of masked social interactions each day. Diamondback Staff September 20, 2021
UMD to expand COVID-19 testing for asymptomatic individuals The university is also encouraging community members to wear KN95 masks in classrooms and dorms. Joelle Anselmo September 17, 2021