UMD SGA passes resolution to endorse Maryland General Assembly bills
SGA will advocate for more than 40 state bills under the resolution, which include legislation on climate, student accessibility and food insecurity.
Maryland legislators debate bill to protect personal records from ICE officials
The Maryland Data Privacy Act would prevent federal agents from accessing private information from state agencies without a state or federal court warrant.
UMD community members say proposed USM budget cuts could harm students
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget would reduce funding for the university system by $111 million.
UMD students lose internship, job opportunities after federal hiring freeze
The hiring freeze, signed on Jan. 20 by U.S. President Donald Trump, immediately paused nearly all hiring for vacant positions and adding new positions to the federal civil service.
UMD business school adds speaker to Middle East panel after calls to cancel event
The new panelist, political analyst Bassem Eid, has criticized Palestinians’ “right of return” to their homeland.
Milk & Honey founder fosters friendly atmosphere, accessible brunch
Chef Sammy Davis founded Milk & Honey, a southern-inspired brunch restaurant in Atlanta.
Award-winning writer shares journey as a Black LGBTQ+ author at UMD event
At a talk hosted by the LGBTQ+ Equity Center, Saeed Jones detailed his literary career and growing up in the South.
UMD faculty members urge state legislators to pass collective bargaining bill
The bill would allow faculty to negotiate working and research conditions, such as workloads, wages and representation in dispute resolutions.
UMD students urge business school to cancel Middle East panel over controversial speakers
The panel discussion, which is scheduled for Sunday, will explore the history of political negotiations in the Middle East.
UMD town hall discusses new student information system set to replace Testudo
Students will soon be able to register for classes, view transcripts and access financial aid information through one mobile app allowing 24/7 user access.