An elevator shutdown made getting to class a struggle for this UMD student Adith Thummalapalli, who uses a wheelchair, needed to use the elevator to get to his third-floor classes. Victoria Ebner December 31, 0999
Newly Republican-led states are more likely to adopt voter ID laws, UMD study finds “Those who come newly to power are more interested in trying to preserve power,” government and politics professor Michael Hanmer said. Freelance Reporter December 31, 0999
MaryPIRG, lawmakers push for Maryland to become first state to adopt Styrofoam ban The bill will be introduced in March. Brad Dress December 31, 0999
College Park has a new music venue and food hall The Hall CP is expected to be complete in June or July. Samantha Subin 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
College Park City Council moves ahead with plans for Calvert Road childcare center Some College Park residents and the Maryland Historic Trust have raised concerns about the project. Samantha Subin 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
UMD alum strikes back at Maryland’s anti-BDS order by suing Gov. Hogan, AG Frosh Syed Saqib Ali claims the order violates his First and 14th Amendment rights. Brad Dress December 31, 0999