Prince George’s County Executive candidates discuss job security, housing at UMD SGA town hall
Eleven candidates are vying for county executive after Democrat Angela Alsobrooks secured her seat in the U.S. Senate.
The Jerk Pit brings a taste of Jamaican cuisine to College Park
Lisa Nash, who is from Jamaica, opened The Jerk Pit in January 2005 and has run and grown the business ever since.
UMD RHA passes resolution reaffirming DEI, sustainability commitment
The resolution reasserts pre-existing values and policy related to inclusivity and sustainability, but will not effectively change any current RHA operations.
UMD students criticize limited water, bathroom access after multiple water main breaks
This university responded to nine water breaks between November and January compared to just three breaks between August and October.
Controversial speakers at UMD business school panel draw student protesters
All three speakers have voiced support for Israel’s military offensive in Gaza since Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel.
UMD community members relieved, uncertain after ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas
With the deal’s first phase set to expire Saturday, several students and faculty said they hope the peace will continue, but are afraid it won’t.
Meet the 3 Republicans running for Prince George’s County Executive
The special election comes after Angela Alsobrooks, a Democrat, resigned from the position in December after winning her U.S. Senate race in November.
Meet the 8 Democrats running for Prince George’s County Executive
Eight Democrats are vying to win the nomination for the special primary election after Democrat Angela Alsobrooks won her U.S. Senate race in November.
Meet the candidates for Prince George’s County Council’s District 5
Five Democrats and one Republican are competing to be their party’s nominee for the vacant District 5 seat on the Prince George’s County Council.
Researchers detail new findings about UMD’s ties to slavery at 1856 Project update
The project’s updates on Friday included progress on multiple historical investigations and the upcoming launch of a research incubator this spring.