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
New developments in College Park’s Discovery District bring workspaces, internships The Capital One Tech Incubator and WeWork have opened in College Park. Theresa Diffendal December 31, 0999
College Park officials weigh options to offset projected 2,000-space parking loss DOTS and the College Park City Council are considering a citywide parking study and exploring ways to encourage carpooling, biking and the use of public transportation. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
President Loh asks senior staff to review ProtectUMD’s demands The team will review all student petitions during a meeting Friday. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Report recommends UMD buy dehumidifiers for every room in Elkton Hall after mold outbreak The mold spread because of inadequate air conditioning units in the building, the report found. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
100 UMD students and faculty learned about what new technology the U.S. has in store The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s mission is to “create early demonstrations that convince the world that something is possible.” DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Wind and solar farms could double rainfall in the Sahara, UMD study finds In the Sahel region of Africa, rain could increase by up to about 20 inches. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD’s Green Office Program is five years old. Here’s what it’s done in that time. When the initiative kicked off its pilot year in 2011, there were just 16 offices involved. Now, there are almost 150. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park City Council discusses more detailed plans for the new Hillel But the city doesn't have the power to approve the project. DBK Admin December 31, 0999