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College Park Mayor Patrick Wojahn talks racial equity, economy ahead of fall elections

Although elections are not until November, Wojahn has already begun developing policies for the term that will address issues the College Park community is facing.

Freelance Reporter
May 12, 2021

Ellen Williams to be UMD Senate Chair for the 2021-22 academic year

Laura Dugan stepped down as senate chair at the body's annual transition meeting.

Joelle Anselmo
May 11, 2021

Undocumented, international students will be eligible for federal emergency pandemic aid

The measure reverses the Trump administration's policy.

Khushboo Rathore
May 11, 2021

“You can’t stop the beat”: UMD percussion ensemble celebrates year with hybrid concert

The concert consisted of both live performances — held in Dekelboum Concert Hall in The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center — and prerecorded videos.

Freelance Reporter
May 11, 2021

Sex Week sparks conversation about inclusive sex education at UMD

In the state of Maryland, sex education is not mandatory. This university organization wants to fill in the gaps.

Sofia Garay
May 11, 2021

After more than a year on Zoom, UMD professors are ready to return to the classroom

The university is anticipating a return to normal operations in the fall semester.

Clara Niel
May 11, 2021

Priced Out of Town: A look at housing costs in the College Park area

Stories from a semester's dive into housing affordability surrounding UMD.

Diamondback Staff
May 10, 2021

UMD students often turn to off-campus houses for affordability. But challenges persist.

Students say the quality of the house usually doesn’t represent the amount they pay for.

Clara Niel
May 10, 2021

Ritchie’s Colombian Restaurant attracts locals with authentic cuisine

The restaurant opened in September.

Sofia Garay
May 10, 2021

UMD holds first annual memorial for community members who have died in the last year

The service, which will now take place every year, commemorated the students, faculty and staff who have died through music, uplifting messages and prayers.

Freelance Reporter
May 7, 2021