“Worse than high school debate”: UMD debaters sound off on presidential debates “It was certainly odd to see people being yelled over in what's supposed to be a debate for the highest office in the country." Madison Peek October 8, 2020
Student ambassadors hired to promote UMD’s health and safety guidelines About 65 students at the university now work as ambassadors. Freelance Reporter October 8, 2020
UMD to hold classes on Election Day Instructors have been advised to be flexible and avoid scheduling exams on Nov. 3. Madison Peek October 8, 2020
UMD’s ROTC program makes adjustments due to COVID-19 The program has transitioned to a hybrid format, with normal practices for drills and other activities changing due to coronavirus precautions. Freelance Reporter October 8, 2020
UMD students have continued going to bars. Psychology professors had a few ideas why. R.J. Bentley's closed in September after a team member tested positive for COVID-19. Anaya Truss-Williams October 8, 2020
More LGBTQ+ students are reporting psychological distress amid COVID, UMD study shows Researchers said many students returned home for the pandemic, which may not be a welcoming place for some. Chloe Goldberg October 8, 2020
Park police investigate indecent exposure report on Paint Branch Trail The female initially reported the incident to the park police. Rina Torchinsky October 7, 2020
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