Researchers try to give robots some common sense Researchers at this university are working to program robots that can solve problems on their own. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Leslie King-Hammond leads Driskell Center lecture on evolution of African-American art Hammond’s work with African-American art and children from Baltimore inspired her to work with organizations that would help students continue to express their frustrations and struggles through art. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Hillel could move to a new location behind the Landmark apartments The move would allow for a larger center for Jewish life. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Police arrest suspects linked to Montgomery Hall armed robbery Two suspects entered a dorm room brandishing a gun in February. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Maryland Senate votes to require businesses to provide employees with sick leave The Senate voted 30-17 to override Hogan’s veto. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
University announces Thriving Workplace Initiative, employee climate survey “We’re one institution, so no matter who you are or what you do, the work that you do matters.” DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park’s Vigilante Coffee will open on Route 1 in January The Hyattsville company is opening a store in College Park, complete with coffee, trail mix and longboards. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank will be UMD’s spring commencement speaker The university named him as the commencement speaker Monday. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Police investigate Rhode Island Avenue burglary The burglary took place at about 1:20 a.m. on the 7500 block of Rhode Island Avenue DBK Admin December 31, 0999
RHA hopes to cut down usage of plastic bags on campus “There are times when, yes, people need bags, but it doesn’t need to be automatic, all the time, mindlessly.” DBK Admin December 31, 0999