Scott Van Pelt gets tapped into Omicron Delta Kappa society
This is uncommon for alumni.
Undocumented Terps event highlights everyday struggles for noncitizen students
121 undocumented students receive in-state tuition at the University of Maryland through the state’s Dream Act and DACA.
University Senate forum spurs questions, concerns about proposed UMB-UMD union
People raised questions about how long it would take to go into effect, how it might affect Baltimore city and whether it would impact current faculty.
UMD announces courses for new undergraduate major in information science in the fall
The new degree program isn’t available anywhere else in the state.
UMD introduces masters in applied anthropology and historic preservation, the first in U.S.
The program will be available for the fall.
Jalapeno Grill returns to South Campus Dining Hall
A Dining Services spokesman said he had received complaints about the loss of tacos and burritos.
The surprisingly tech-y side to clearing snow
If we have school tomorrow, you can thank this university’s Snow Command Center.
UMD researchers help develop algorithm to solve game theory problem
The algorithm can estimate solutions to complex problems — including possibly the outcome of the presidential election.
University Senate plays significant campus role, but few students vote or know about it
Senator elections are now open, though past years have seen low turnout.
UMD SGA votes to support priority-point nights for nonrevenue-generating sports
The move aims to increase turnout for sports such as volleyball, lacrosse and field hockey.