UMD SGA backs Maryland bill to give student-athletes collective bargaining rights The vote to lobby for the bill was unanimous. Carmen Molina Acosta December 31, 0999
The SGA wants to make UMD a sanctuary campus to protect undocumented students Other universities nationwide such as Harvard University and Princeton University have done the same following Donald Trump’s election. Rebecca Rainey December 31, 0999
After past failed attempts, UMD grad students rally again for collective bargaining rights Dozens of graduate students attended the bill’s first hearing. Angela Roberts December 31, 0999
“A slap in the face”: UMD Senate reacts to Wallace Loh’s postponed retirement Several senators voiced their opposition to the move during a heated discussion at the Tuesday meeting. Nora Eckert December 31, 0999
UMD announces revisions to the Code of Academic Integrity, effective Jan. 1 The changes clarify self-plagiarism as a form of academic dishonesty and indicate that honor pledges are not mandatory. Arya Hodjat December 31, 0999
In their second semester, multicultural advocates in UMD dorms hope to reach more students MAs plan to hold more events, spread awareness for the resources they offer. Rachel S. Hunt December 31, 0999
UMD students might be able to park their cars in an off-campus lot starting next year With freshmen and sophomores unable to park on the campus starting next fall, DOTS and RHA are working to find more options. Christine Condon December 31, 0999
UMD grad students think they can make progress toward collective bargaining rights this year After football scandals and state elections, activists are optimistic. Angela Roberts December 31, 0999
After an adenovirus outbreak, UMD cleaned dorms over break — but 600 rooms opted out About 4,600 rooms had their “frequently-touched” surfaces sanitized. Arya Hodjat December 31, 0999
Purple Line construction will take an extra year, cost another $215 million The line was originally projected to open in 2022. Alexander Dacy December 31, 0999