Abel Amene hopes to focus on transportation, food insecurity in new UMD SGA role
On Feb. 21, the 38-year-old Ethiopian native was appointed as a representative for this university’s Student Government Association.
Dozens testify for Maryland General Assembly resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza
The resolution would express the legislature’s support for a ceasefire to the state’s congressional delegation.
Controversy over Hollywood farmers market decision sparks conversations on local markets
College Park also houses the University of Maryland Farmers Market and College Park Farmers Market near Paint Branch Parkway.
UMD students say commuter buses are overcrowded, unsafe
Students who depend on the Gaithersburg and Columbia routes say they can never be sure a seat will be available.
UMD to pilot composting program for South Hill community residents
The pilot program will encourage South Hill residents to better utilize the main compost collection bin in Annapolis Hall.
UMD students hope new tenants union gives voice to College Park renters
The union, which had its first meeting last week, plans to create committees of renters from each off-campus apartment building to coordinate action.
UMD event mourns people with disabilities murdered by caretakers
This is the sixth year this university has honored the Day of Mourning, an event that has been observed across the country since 2012.
Native American community members showcase cultures, traditions at annual UMD powwow
Hundreds of community members gathered together at the Ritchie Coliseum for the annual powwow, which this university has held since 1992.
UMD places cease and desist order on all IFC and PHA fraternities, sororities
The order came after this university received notice of chapters conducting activities that posed threats to community members’ "safety and well-being."
UMD SGA, Dining Services look to expand kosher dining on campus
Maryland Hillel offers its own kosher dining plan, but some students feel the hours and location are often inaccessible.