Most Americans know Kamala Harris as VP-elect. For this UMD professor, she’s family. UMD professor Sharada Balachandran Orihuela is Harris' first cousin. Jonathan Tercasio December 10, 2020
First cohort of UMD disability studies minors say the program is a pathway for inclusivity The minor will grow by about 25 students next semester. Chloe Goldberg December 10, 2020
College Park City Council grants further funds to food programs with CARES money The city has until mid December to spend the remaining funds provided by the CARES Act. Freelance Reporter December 10, 2020
College Park city council member unites with city resident to bring back women’s book club The book club will read a variety genres, from romance to women's empowerment. Clara Niel December 10, 2020
College Park City Council approves conditions for new student housing on Knox Road Some community members are still concerned the housing isn't affordable for students. Clara Niel December 9, 2020
After tumultuous election, current and former UMD students reflect on their ideal USA Six UMD community members considering the change they want to see in their everyday lives and the country as a whole. Joelle Anselmo December 9, 2020
UMD Senate approves new undergraduate engineering program at last meeting of the semester The Senate also approved a new concentration for the master of public health program. Joelle Anselmo December 9, 2020
State officials say Maryland could receive COVID-19 vaccine as early as next week "It is absolutely critical that we continue to fight this virus with everything we got.” Brent Abel December 8, 2020
Next semester, spring break will go on as scheduled and 25% of classes will be in-person President Darryll Pines also announced a vaccine task force. Madison Peek December 8, 2020
UMD Counseling Center hosts Wellness Workshops to support students amid pandemic The workshops are an expansion of virtual mental health workshops the Counseling Center first launched last spring. Freelance Reporter December 8, 2020