2 UMD alumni pledge $1 million to renovate, expand Benjamin Building
Construction on the renovations is slated to begin in 2030.
Supreme Court pauses federal ruling demanding US return wrongly deported Maryland man
In an emergency request to the Supreme Court, the justice department said the order to return Abrego Garcia would be “unprecedented and indefensible."
UMD launches new website for maintenance, repair requests
Facilities Service Central allows university community members to submit requests, track the status of requests and request assistance.
Federal judge reaffirms order to return wrongfully deported Maryland man
ICE deported Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia to El Salvador last month due to what officials said was an “administrative error.”
Fencer disqualified at UMD tournament after refusing to face opponent she says was trans
Before her tournament match, fencer Stephanie Turner took a knee and removed her mask to protest her opponent.
New upscale, sports-themed restaurant PrimeTime opens in College Park
The restaurant features American cuisine, including steaks and burgers, seafood, salads and more.
Trump administration appeals judge’s order to return wrongfully deported Maryland man
A judge ruled Friday that the Trump administration violated the law because it deported an El Salvadoran citizen, “without any legal process.”
Interfaith coalition calls on Maryland to increase data protections for college students
More than 50 organizations signed a letter to lawmakers that encourages them to take action against federal attempts to use personal data to detain students.
UMD community criticizes ‘xenophobic’ federal inquiry about Chinese students, faculty
The letter demands this university provide six pieces of information about Chinese national students and researchers to a congressional committee.
Officials say dismantling education department puts PGCPS programs at risk
Downsizing the department may have significant impacts on Title I funding, English as a second language programs and special education support throughout PGCPS.