“We had it in us all along”: Materials science and engineering department wins Alumni Cup Darryll Pines attended and announced the winner for the last time as engineering school dean. Freelance Reporter February 24, 2020
At heated hearing, UMD grad students fight again for unionization rights “I don’t think we need to keep waiting,” one student said. Angela Roberts February 24, 2020
Construction on Marriott by the College Park metro station could start this year The hotel will replace a county-owned parking lot. Jonathan Tercasio February 24, 2020
Hagerstown Hall has free pads and tampons. Students want other UMD dorms to follow suit. So far, a petition supporting the cause has garnered over 450 signatures. Diamondback Staff February 24, 2020
UMD student seriously injured after collision with Shuttle-UM bus The student tripped while trying to run after a bus Saturday night, and sustained a serious leg injury. Rina Torchinsky February 23, 2020
UMD student on scooter sent to hospital after being struck by car in M Circle The employee who was driving the car was issued a citation. Rina Torchinsky February 21, 2020
After years of lobbying from residents, Calvert Hills will soon have a new drainage system Construction is set to begin in the fall. Jonathan Tercasio February 21, 2020
“Not surprised”: UMD students, faculty say xenophobic remarks increased amid coronavirus “Just be kind to each other and check your assumptions at the door,” one student said. Freelance Reporter February 21, 2020
Public health faculty educate about coronavirus at UMD event Speakers addressed the science and perceptions behind the virus. Eric Neugeboren February 21, 2020
UMD cafes and stores are officially free of most single-use plastic Dining Services received a $150,000 grant last spring that allowed them to make the transition. Clara Niel February 21, 2020