Black researchers at UMD advocate for representation, mentorship
Black researchers at this university are opening new paths for Black students by showing them the options available to them.
UMD LGBTQ+ Equity Center director finalists share goals for role
The office searched for a director last spring after former acting director Shige Sakurai departed in February 2022.
South Asian leaders in Maryland hope to inspire a new generation of politicians
Together, Wanika Fisher and Aruna Miller hope to inspire a new generation of South Asian leaders to increase political involvement for the historically underrepresented community.
UMD students, staff tackle tough tech job market
Job cuts at large tech companies raised concerns among computer science students, who are increasingly reconsidering their search strategies.
Prince George’s County Council looks to subsidize private security cameras
The ordinance was introduced in response to the killing of 13-year-old Jayz Agnew last November.
Prince George’s County Council requests investigation into ballooning school construction costs
The claims stem from the Prince George’s County Council Retreat in December where two whistleblowers accused the county and its school board of poor resource management.
Minimal staffing makes forging corporate partnerships a challenge for UMD programs
The turnaround for client contracts is bogged down because there is only one person to handle each collaboration between students at this university and companies.
‘They deserve not to be forgotten’: UMD community honors MSU shooting victims
This university’s new Students Demand Action chapter organized the vigil.
Maryland bill would legalize medical aid in dying
The 2023 legislative session marks the first year the bill has earned the support of the state’s governor.
Students, local businesses rally to aid earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria
The University of Maryland’s Turkish Student Organization began a donation campaign and shared it with various departments to reach more students.