UMD students place second in information systems competition
The team had 24 hours to develop a solution to an assigned case.
UMD Dashboard application enables access to campus utility usage
Students and faculty have access to the electricity and water usage information for each building on the campus.
UMD students screen documentary, open discussion about homelessness
Two advocates against homelessness spoke in front of about 40 people in Stamp Student Union about its pervasive nature as part of the event.
UMD doctoral student spearheads donor drive for Ecuador earthquake victims
The drive collected powdered milk and insect repellant.
DC nonprofit visits UMD to promote sex-positive culture
The event’s “We’re asking for it” theme encouraged students to think about how they ask for and give consent.
City Council makes changes to budget for upcoming fiscal year
The budget does not call for any increases in taxes, fees or fines.
Financial Wellness Week aims to educate students on managing finances
The weeklong campaign for financial literacy began on April 25.
Student startup wins $5,000 in computer science competition
The winning idea was a website to help non-native English speaking students through the college application process
UMD officials virtually break ground for Brendan Iribe Center
The building is set to open in 2018, and will feature high-tech virtual reality labs.
New program studying 100 years of military women to begin in fall 2016
The program will highlight the achievements of military women throughout history.