UMD stands by “safe space” group for white students to discuss race, despite pushback The group’s name, White Awake, might be changed. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
On anniversary of 9/11, UMD public health school dean recounts ground zero experience Boris Lushniak worked to make sure first responders were protected from health risks following the attacks. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD cybersecurity program to start offering NSA-led courses, mentorships The NSA will provide eight to nine teachers for several ACES courses. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD Senate recommends more gender-neutral bathrooms on campus It aims to make the university more accessible to transgender and nonbinary students. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park officials looks to make changes to Trolley Trail amid safety concerns Plans to improve the trails have been in works for at least a decade. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
‘Breaking Bread’ event aims to familiarize UMD students and University Police About 50 students joined 21 University of Maryland Police officers for a discussion on community relations, body cameras, the Black Lives Matter movement and implicit bias. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD Police respond to apparent suicide in Charles Hall The cause won’t be officially determined until a medical examiner’s report is finalized. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park City Council approves a $10,000 grant for the Junior Tennis Champions Center The grant will provide the center enough funds to offer College Park residents six free group tennis lessons. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Slices in College Park is closed and no one knows why The owner couldn’t be reached for comment. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD offers a weekly shuttle bus to the Phillips Collection art museum this semester The bus, which runs once every Thursday until Dec. 8, departs from Stamp Student Union at 5:30 p.m. DBK Admin December 31, 0999