UMD SGA election results delayed for review of election appeals
Election results for the University of Maryland’s SGA are delayed until further notice due to the elections commission still reviewing appeals. Voting for the SGA’s…
Two Maryland AFSCME union councils to merge, represent 45K workers
The unification began in April after the AFSCME International Union and executive boards of Council 3 and Council 67 voted in its favor.
UMD SGA votes to maintain current election policy on ticket formation
Under current rules, SGA members who want to run in elections can reach out to fellow members to form tickets before spring semester.
Stamp Gallery’s “Limbshift” exhibit explores the body’s boundaries
LIMBSHIFT, as described by Stamp Gallery manager Tara Youngborg, explores the boundaries of the body and its relationship with the world.
UMD faculty member takes passion for human development to state delegate seat
Sarah Wolek, a senior faculty specialist in this university’s business school, filled a vacant District 16 delegate seat at the beginning of April.
CARE to Stop Violence hosts Denim Day awareness event at UMD
At CARE’s booth, students could write messages of support for sexual assault survivors on squares of denim.
UMD students explore Asian American food and history with hands-on demo
AAST298G, a foodways class, is taught by Jennifer Cho, a lecturer in this university’s Asian American Studies program.
UMD musicians usher in spring with traditional Japanese koto recital
The recital introduced audience members to traditional koto music, complete with original instruments and players dressed in traditional Japanese attire.
Council members discuss raising taxes for vacant and blighted properties
Properties such as under-leased commercial properties, vacant housing, abandoned buildings and unused lots would be included in the tax increase.
UMD students, small businesses top of mind for College Park mayoral candidates
University of Maryland student concerns and local businesses were at the forefront of Monday’s College Park mayoral town hall at Stamp Student Union.