UMD Senate will consider programs in environmental health, finance and computer networking After a Senate Executive Committee vote, the four proposals will go to the University Senate next month. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Clinton and Trump disagree on climate change, but haven’t discussed it in 2016 debates Ken Bone’s sweater made him internet famous, but here’s why his energy question mattered. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
“It’s hot as shit”: UMD students in dorms without AC have taken to sleeping in lounges A heat advisory was issued for some specific campus dorms. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD Police say pepper spray investigation’s publicity doesn’t set precedent The department has not yet implemented diversity training or completed a use of force policy review. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A College Park pastor looking to start community diversity dialogues may get city support The College Park City Council postponed its decision until it learns more about the ways the city would be involved. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
180 baby Terrapins are crawling their way into the hearts of K-12 students Hatchlings are about one month old when they reach the classrooms, and they stay for a year. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
University of Maryland Police report extortion scam involving nude pictures Police are still investigating the matter, the notice stated. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD’s chief diversity officer will step down after just over a year on the job Roger Worthington plans to rejoin the education college’s faculty. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A $12.5 million program aims to prevent drunk and distracted driving in Maryland The University of Maryland and the Prince George’s County police departments were among the groups to receive funding. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Longtime College Park official Bob Stumpff has retired He’d worked for the city and UMD for a combined 50 years. DBK Admin December 31, 0999