Prince George’s County officials hope to improve school transportation, student attendance
The Federal Transit Administration partnered with the U.S. Department of Education to find transportation strategies to increase student attendance.
Marylanders will vote on reproductive rights ballot question in 2024 election
The referendum would amend the state’s constitution to protect the “right to reproductive freedom,” which includes access to abortion and contraception.
New sports apparel store opens in College Park
Rally House, a retail partner of the Big Ten, offers products from well-known brands such as Under Armour and items from local businesses.
UMD graduate school dean Stephen Roth reflects on first year, future goals
Roth said his priorities include improving retention and graduation rates for underrepresented populations and increasing graduate student diversity.
UMD Counseling Center implements 2 new student support initiatives
The new initiatives include an embedded services program and the Mental Health Emergency Assessment and Response Team, dubbed “MHEART.”
Maryland receives $13.9 million in federal funding to help people with disabilities
The two five-year grants from the U.S. education department, which will begin this month, will help people with disabilities find employment and post-secondary education.
College Park City Council debates plan to replace city’s parking meters
Three quarters of identified city pay stations have reached their life expectancy of seven to 10 years, according to city documents.
UMD pop-up display spreads awareness about voting, 2024 election
The display, called "VOTE (Fearlessly)!," opened on Sept. 4 in Tawes Plaza as part of NEXTNow Fest.
Prince George’s County Council discusses mandatory safety plans for businesses open late
The bill would require many county businesses that operate from 12 to 4 a.m. to outline an emergency evacuation plan and receive late-night safety training.
Patty Perillo discusses mental health, food insecurity with UMD RHA
The student affairs division recently launched a new mental health website that serves as a “centralized portal” for mental health resources.