Job prospects for some UMD students are “in limbo” after Trump’s hiring freeze The freeze poses potential consequences for students across various majors, including political science and history. Carrie Snurr February 6, 2017
Governor Hogan’s team deleted Facebook comments urging him to speak out on immigration ban Several Democratic Maryland legislators have expressed their opposition to Trump’s ban in recent weeks. Julia Heimlich February 6, 2017
The Hotel at The University of Maryland will start taking reservations in April The Hotel’s management has already received calls from people wanting to reserve rooms. Carly Kempler February 6, 2017
One UMD professor asked foreigners to help U.S. scientists stuck abroad. 1,000 answered. Within five days, about 1,000 people from around the world had reached out to help. Lindsey Feingold February 5, 2017
Some UMD students fear an Obamacare repeal with no clear replacement An estimated 88,000 people remained uninsured in Prince George’s County as of Dec. 5, 2016. Lexie Schapitl February 5, 2017
Some University of Maryland students and staff are concerned about Trump’s EPA gag order The order remains in place though the Trump administration lifted restrictions on EPA grants and contracts. Rachel Kuipers February 5, 2017
UMD officials file motion to dismiss complaint in $5 million sexual assault lawsuit An expelled student claims this university violated his due process rights. Jessie Campisi February 4, 2017
UMD Socialists stand in solidarity with immigrants and marginalized groups in open forum The group coordinated with D.C. Socialists to hold similar events. Leah Brennan February 2, 2017
Maryland Hillel voices support for refugees and immigrants affected by Trump’s travel ban The group wrote an open letter to university President Wallace Loh. Angela Jacob February 2, 2017
The ACLU of Maryland is ready to take on Trump, heartened by outpouring of support The group received more than $24 million in online donations this past weekend. Freelance Reporter February 2, 2017