UMD GSG says it will continue to fight for collective bargaining despite bill failure One of GSG’s next steps includes reaching out to other University System of Maryland schools for support. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park residents express concerns about proposed Chick-fil-A on Route 1 Some residents are concerned the new restaurant would worsen traffic in the area. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park residents urge City Council to approve new child care facility A few, however, also raised concerns that University of Maryland employees would benefit more than city residents. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Maryland House votes to ban fracking, but the bill may not advance in state Senate A 2-year state moratorium on fracking will expire in October. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD could still do more to assist undocumented students, panelists say About 60 students and faculty attended the discussion. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Prince George’s County Police investigate cutting incident The incident took place Saturday morning and the suspect reportedly fled the area. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD’s new Special Olympics college chapter is the first of its kind in Maryland The Student Government Association approved the group in January. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD GSG lobbying day encouraged students to stay informed on state legislation The event’s focus was on 10 state bills that have the potential to impact both graduate and undergraduate students. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
University of Maryland SGA wants the state to extend its fracking moratorium A two-year state moratorium on fracking will expire on Oct. 1. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Gov. Larry Hogan nominates Democratic author Wes Moore to USM Board of Regents The Baltimore native rose to prominence in 2010 with his book “The Other Wes Moore.” DBK Admin December 31, 0999