Provost Mary Ann Rankin takes criticism, suggestions for updated strategic plan University senators asked for more emphasis on the humanities, community engagement and staff members. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD applies for recertification by Tree Campus USA The university’s 10,000 trees have earned recognition for seven years. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD students can now see their peers’ artwork featured in Stamp’s coffee shop Students who wish to participate can submit their works and a brief write-up about their pieces to a Google Doc. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD Hillel hosts JHacks, its first national hackathon The event lasted two days — but made time for religious services. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Mulligan’s Grill and Pub offers new menu selections Mulligan’s also offers beer specials and a buffet before Terps basketball games. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Prince George’s County Police investigate off-campus shooting A shooting was reported in the 7500 block of Rhode Island Avenue on Saturday night. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD students use tax expertise to serve community More than 90 student volunteers help those within the College Park community file their taxes for free. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD’s ROTC program celebrates 100 years on campus When ROTC started at UMD, all students were required to take part in military drills. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD celebrates installation of more than 7,000 solar panels on parking garages The solar canopies were installed over Regents Drive, Terrapin Trail and Mowatt Lane parking garages during the summer. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD receives $500,000 grant to launch an augmented and virtual reality center The grant was awarded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration. DBK Admin December 31, 0999