More than 100 people testify on Maryland bills to strengthen state’s energy grid
The three energy bills aim to strengthen Maryland’s energy grid and shift away from the state's reliance on fossil fuels.
Here’s how to vote in the College Park City Council special election
Residents can vote in person at College Park City Hall from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day.
UMD Carillon Communities program to cut enrollment by more than 65% this fall
Carillon Communities is a one-year living-learning program for first-year students that aims to foster problem-solving and collaborative skills development.
Hundreds gather to celebrate Native American culture at annual UMD powwow
The powwow featured more than 10 Native American dance and music performances and booths selling traditional clothing and jewelry.
Renowned linguist discusses recent trends in human dialect, language at UMD talk
The Maryland Language Science Center hosted John McWhorter’s “Why Most Humans Talk in Two or More Ways” event, which was held in Stamp Student Union.
Researcher discusses effect of e-waste at annual UMD African studies research conference
The two-day conference allowed students and faculty members at this university and other universities to come together and share their research findings.
District 3 College Park City Council candidates discuss public safety, business retention
Voters are set to elect a new District 3 council member in a special election on March 11.
UMD SGA to hold referendum on proposed health center fee this spring
The nonbinding question will appear on the upcoming Student Government Association election ballot in April.
Trump’s plans to weaken education department could hurt higher education, experts warn
The education department primarily supports public education through financial aid programs, research funding and student loans.
Students protest UMD’s willingness to host ICE, defense contractors at spring career fair
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Lockheed Martin and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security are no longer participating in the spring career fair.