Students reflect on several weeks back in face-to-face classes This semester, students who do have in-person classes wear masks at all time and sit distanced from their classmates. Freelance Reporter October 7, 2020
College Park council members commend public works department’s efforts to limit bulk trash The department launched a dashboard to track bulk trash collection requests in the city. Clara Niel October 7, 2020
UMD students can now order voter registration forms off the menu at Nando’s Nando's, which is also handing out informational pamphlets, started the initiative on Sept. 22. Clara Niel October 7, 2020
UMD student hosts journalism networking and career advice podcast The podcast can be found on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts, and there are currently four episodes available. Freelance Reporter October 7, 2020
UMD SGA to have Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American caucus for first time Student leaders who are members of this community cheered the group's creation. Lyna Bentahar October 6, 2020
College Park residents find solace in gardening amid COVID-19 Without the ability to travel beyond their homes, many turned to gardening as a creative, physical outlet. Clara Niel October 6, 2020
UMD hires coordinator for immigrant and undocumented student life Rocío Fregoso-Mota will assume the position next week. Amanda Hernández October 6, 2020
PLUMAS is fighting for UMD to sever ties with ICE For some undocumented and immigrant students, the contract instills fear. Amanda Hernández October 4, 2020
College Park City Council holds in-person meetings to discuss five-year plans For the first time since March, council members and city staff are meeting in person to discuss the city's strategic plan for the next five years. Joe Ryan October 4, 2020
UMD promotes social distancing through painted shapes on McKeldin Mall The figures painted on the grass mimic the shape of a turtle shell. Freelance Reporter October 2, 2020