The University System of Maryland is establishing a $25 million fund to support startups Startup companies within the system could receive as much as $500,000 from the new initiative. Michael Brice-Saddler March 26, 2017
Some University Senate bills pass in weeks. 13 have been in gridlock for more than a year. The oldest? A bill first introduced in 2010. Lindsey Feingold March 26, 2017
Man killed in shooting three miles from the University of Maryland’s campus The incident took place near the 9600 block of Milestone Way, which is a residential and commercial area near Route 1. Lindsey Collins March 26, 2017
Ex-UMD student challenges officials’ motion to dismiss a $5 million sexual assault lawsuit University administrators had moved to dismiss the complaint on the grounds of qualified immunity. Jessie Campisi March 21, 2017
Gov. Larry Hogan announces support for permanent fracking ban in Maryland Hogan has openly supported fracking with strict regulations in the past. Julia Heimlich March 17, 2017
Trump appeals Maryland judge’s ruling blocking part of revised travel ban Trump told supporters this week he is prepared to fight the court rulings. Rosie Kean March 17, 2017
College Park residents express concerns about proposed Chick-fil-A on Route 1 Some residents are concerned the new restaurant would worsen traffic in the area. Carly Kempler March 16, 2017
UMD training to serve undocumented students grows since President Trump’s election The training teaches faculty and staff how to respond to undocumented students’ needs. Natalie Schwartz March 16, 2017
Maryland bill would extend sick leave to 10,000 student workers in the university system Both the Maryland House and Senate have passed versions of the bill, but they have significant differences. Carrie Snurr March 16, 2017
A Maryland bill could raise the state’s minimum wage and aid UMD student workers A bill would gradually raise Maryland’s minimum wage each year until reaching 15 dollars in 2022. Angela Jacob March 16, 2017