UMD freshmen on campus for the first time balance safety and social life
Some students have struggled to make friends.
Some Commons, Courtyards residents remain dissatisfied after UMD’s agreement with MEDCO
Residents are still being held responsible for the remaining seven months of their 12-month leases.
Here’s what the Biden administration has done so far to reform the immigration system
Biden has signed eight executive orders on issues ranging from DACA to family reunification.
UMD SGA members to gather data on student housing costs in College Park
They hope the data will influence city decisions.
Maryland lawmakers discuss climate change, environmental justice at virtual hearing
The Climate Solutions Act Now of 2021 requires the state to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045.
UMD SGA to vote on adding a committee that would meet with University Police
The bill raises concerns that there is no "defined mechanism" that allows student input about UMPD.
No injuries reported after fire near Insomnia Cookies
The building was evacuated and the fire had been extinguished by 1:48 p.m.
College Park City Council discusses committee to approach restorative justice in Lakeland
The council plans to officially establish the steering committee at next week’s meeting.
Photo essay: Students celebrate snow days with sledding, snowmen and snowball fights
The storm covered the university's campus in about two inches of snow Sunday.
UMD students host symposium to raise awareness of the opioid crisis in rural areas
Three friends founded Combatting Overdoses in Rural Areas in June.