Maryland Democrats unite against Trump’s proposed federal budget cuts
Since taking office, Trump has threatened to reduce federal funding for Medicaid and significantly reduce the federal workforce.
UMD students voice concerns on AC outages during heating transition
Some students at this university faced air conditioning outages in late April. All residence halls with air conditioning are now functioning.
Taqueria Habanero, Arepa Zone among restaurants opening in College Park in coming months
Maryland Tandoor, an Indian bistro, is set to open sometime between the end of May and mid-June in the retail space under The Varsity apartment complex.
Prince George’s County officials hope for Landover’s future despite Commanders exit
Acting County Executive Tara Jackson said the county will continue its plans to redevelop the area around Northwest Stadium through the Blue Line Corridor project.
UMD releases report with recommendations for fraternities, sororities on campus
The recommendations come more than a year after this university placed a cease and desist order on all IFC and PHA chapters last March.
Hundreds of UMD community members celebrate Israel Fest as dozens boycott the event
The annual event has drawn protests in previous years. Both Israel Fest and the boycott were monitored by event security and police officers.
UMD aims to support laid-off federal workers with resource hub, AI certificate program
Thousands of federal employees were fired after President Donald Trump’s administration slashed funding for federal departments and eliminated positions.
Students demand UMD stand up against Trump administration at sit-in
Protest attendees called on this university to reaffirm its commitment to academic freedom and provide support to students impacted by new federal policies.
UMD first-time student enrollment dips by 4% since fall 2021 despite record admissions
Fewer than 25 percent of admitted students enrolled at this university in each of the last four fall semesters.
6 UMD students use $50,000 Do Good grant to combat food insecurity
The grant funded student internships at the Community Learning Garden, Terp Farm and Campus Pantry, and conducted another campus food access survey.