College Park Starbucks workers go on strike, protest labor practices
The picket, which lasted more than two hours, was part of a larger strike organized by Starbucks Workers United chapters across the country.
Prince George’s County community members rally for better teacher working conditions
The rally came amid negotiations between the Prince George’s County Educators Association and Prince George’s County Public Schools for a new contract.
UMD GSG elects new executive board members for 2025-26 school year
Journalism doctoral student Keegan Clements-Housser will serve as the GSG’s 2025-26 president, while Ivy Lyons and Sydney Overton were elected vice presidents.
UMD researchers left with uncertain future after NSF cuts 14 grants
The grants make up a part of the 70 grants — totaling about $12 million — that have been cancelled or paused at this university since Trump returned to office in January.
UMD RHA bills passed include student voter registration, accessibility resolutions
Outgoing RHA vice president Michelle Ameyaw said although there have been less bills passed this year than last, the smaller number shows the intention.
Taqueria Habanero celebrates College Park grand reopening at Route 1 location
The restaurant offers Mexican food such as tacos, burritos and quesadillas, according to the restaurant’s website.
Hundreds of UMD community members gather for second annual Big Queer Photo
This university was ranked as the nation’s top LGBTQ+ university in 2023 and has remained in the top 25 since 2020.
Maryland Democrats unite against Trump’s proposed federal budget cuts
Since taking office, Trump has threatened to reduce federal funding for Medicaid and significantly reduce the federal workforce.
UMD students voice concerns on AC outages during heating transition
Some students at this university faced air conditioning outages in late April. All residence halls with air conditioning are now functioning.
Taqueria Habanero, Arepa Zone among restaurants opening in College Park in coming months
Maryland Tandoor, an Indian bistro, is set to open sometime between the end of May and mid-June in the retail space under The Varsity apartment complex.