Miles from Ethiopia, UMD community members worry for their families amid Tigray crisis "If my parents hadn’t fled Tigray because of the last war, I could have been there right now." Joelle Anselmo April 15, 2021
The project to revamp UMD’s Testudo site is underway The project is part of a program that will combine the Human Resources, Finance and Student Information platforms. Clara Longo de Freitas April 15, 2021
Shepherds for a semester: UMD animal sciences students tend to sheep on Campus Farm Students learn to feed, weigh and administer vaccines to newborn lambs while also caring for older sheep and rams. Christine Zhu April 15, 2021
PGCPS to reduce school security personnel with arresting powers next school year Though there are some county community members who support the removal of the officers, others are concerned about student safety if they are removed. Emily Williams April 15, 2021
Maryland college students are helping out at mass vaccination sites across the state The Maryland Medical Reserve Corps expanded to a university partnership that included the University System of Maryland. Clara Niel April 15, 2021
UMD GSG pushes for accommodations for grad students experiencing vaccine side effects The GSG bill calls on the university to issue a statement in support of graduate students with COVID-19 vaccine side effects. Khushboo Rathore April 15, 2021
UMD’s disability summit focuses on intersectionality, draws 1,000 viewers The event focused on spreading awareness and education about the disability community. Freelance Reporter April 15, 2021
This year’s SGA election ballot will include a question about Francis Scott Key The question will be on the ballot during SGA elections, which will take place next week. Sofia Garay April 15, 2021
The Maryland General Assembly adjourned this week. Here’s what you need to know. These are the bills you should know about. Matt McDonald April 15, 2021
UMD’s tentative fall reopening plan outlines return to normal campus operations Dorms are expected to be open at near full capacity next semester and physical distancing is not set to be required. Diamondback Staff April 14, 2021