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US House of Representatives subcommittee launches investigation into UMD COVID-19 policies

This investigation stems from concerns that the off-campus quarantine requirement for students who test positive for COVID-19 places unnecessary stress on students.

Lillian Glaros
October 13, 2023

UMD professors launch collective to assist communities, activists with urban equity issues

The collaborative was formed by three professors from different departments to best engage in interdisciplinary work.

Fiona Roy
October 13, 2023

The Clothesline Project at UMD remembers sexual assault, domestic violence survivors

The Clothesline Project aims to provide students with an outlet by displaying messages of strength and unity to combat domestic violence and sexual assault.

Freelance Reporter
October 13, 2023

About 1,000 UMD community members gather for vigil after attack in Israel

Jewish student groups at the University of Maryland hosted the vigil amid the recent surge in violence in Israel and Palestine.

Natalie Weger
October 12, 2023

UMD students express safety concerns about on-campus VeoRide curfew

On campus, the rideshare e-scooters and e-bikes are not operational from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Bridget Byrne
October 11, 2023

College Park City Council discusses potential expansion of mayor pro tem role

Some council members think the mayor pro tem should have increased legal power in the city’s charter to lighten the mayor’s load.

Eden Binder
October 11, 2023

UMD students question micromobility policies on campus

Students are frustrated by this university’s failure to address persistent complaints about micromobility infrastructure on campus.

Bridget Byrne
October 10, 2023

Prince George’s County Council discusses restricting locations of cannabis dispensaries

The bill, CB-070, mandates that cannabis dispensaries must be in industrial zones — outside of high business areas that are near residential areas, such as shopping centers and strip malls.

Natalie Weger
October 10, 2023

UMD DOTS, students paint crosswalks to raise awareness for pedestrian safety

Studies show painted crosswalks help drivers identify pedestrians and prevent accidents.

Bridget Byrne
October 10, 2023

‘A community in crisis’: UMD graduate students reflect on mental health challenges

From Oct. 2 to Oct. 6, the GSG collaborated with other organizations at the university to organize two events during the campus-wide Mental Health Awareness Week.

Sam Gauntt
October 9, 2023