EPA determines fuel burned at College Park Airport detrimental to public health
The EPA’s endangerment finding means that the Federal Aviation Administration must develop standards that control or eliminate aircraft lead emissions.
College Park’s District 1 city council candidates debate development, transit
All five residents vying for a spot participated in the debate, which was sponsored by local newspaper College Park Here and Now.
UMD GSG members encourage more students to join amid high seat vacancy
The group started the semester with fewer representatives than last year, but is now at similar numbers.
UMD students advocate for more e-scooter charging options
The goal is to find an outdoor charging solution that is not a fire hazard, won’t damage the scooters and will prevent scooter and charger theft, Quentin Hoglund said.
UMD graduate students create board game to promote multiculturalism
Together, Zhang and Havewala formed Sea My Culture. Their goal was to promote multiculturalism through a medium more engaging than a lecture.
UMD psychology student publishes book, starts non-profit to target bullying
Devin Moore's work revolves around creating safe spaces for students of all identities to speak up in their communities.
AC in dorms, electric scooter safety headline UMD RHA town hall
Students and representatives from several departments at the University of Maryland discussed the lack of air conditioning in dorms and electric scooter safety.
Fiery debate pauses bill to eliminate tipped minimum wages in Prince George’s County
The bill, CB-098, mandates that all tipped workers in the county must receive at least the state minimum wage by 2028.
Filipino community members say Manila Mart in Prince George’s County offers a taste of home
Since its founding in 1996, Manila Mart has grown to include a cafe and has become a gathering space.
UMD students hold vigil and teach-in to remember Palestinian lives, call for liberation
Students for Justice in Palestine’s event came after a surge of violence in Israel and Palestine.