College Park City Council votes to acquire two properties to expand City Hall Smoothie King, Subway, Hair Cuttery and Shanghai Cafe would all be affected by the acquisition. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD students are filming a documentary about the aftermath of Richard Collins’ death The group is aiming to release the film, titled “3 Days & 15 Miles,” by May. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
University launches center focused on climate change and global sustainability The center hopes their research will be integrated into policy discussions. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD student-written music for silent films gets Library of Congress recognition The program has featured about 25 students, who have helped to score about 15 silent films so far. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Author Kevin Powell urges UMD students to be activists in their communities Powell encourages students to learn about the history of racism in America. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Maryland gubernatorial candidate Rich Madaleno discusses politics at UMD He was the first guest of the College Democrats and Our Revolution UMD’s joint-hosted speaker series. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
After its dedication, UMD’s new bioengineering building is ready for spring classes More than 400 people attended the dedication on Friday. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
MOD Pizza is the latest pizza place to open near College Park Lotsa Pizza and Potomac Pizza opened earlier this year. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park City Council discuss new side path and fencing regulations The council discussed a grant to fund part of a study for the design of a side path along Campus Drive. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Farmers Market at Maryland adds two new vendors, live entertainment Students can now expect WMUC broadcasts and cake at their weekly Farmers Market runs. DBK Admin December 31, 0999