University Police respond to Title IX-related incident, assault, hate bias
This week in crime.
UMD researchers develop laser technique for radiation detection
The technique involves firing two laser beams around the area of a potentially radioactive source.
UMD receives $3.4M grant to study mental health
Research will utilize fMRIs, cellphone-based surveys and clinical assessments to analyze at-risk individuals.
CARE to Stop Violence hosts panel to raise awareness, prevent sexual misconduct
CARE offers counseling for students and staff or faculty members who have experienced sexual or domestic violence.
UMD students gear up for Maryland’s primary election
Different political student organizations on the campus are chalking and sporting stickers and T-shirts to encourage peers to vote on Tuesday.
A UMD startup uses virtual reality to tell the story of Syrian refugees crossing Europe
The startup partnered with a Georgetown University alumna for the project.
University Health Center’s Gear Up Step Up campaign hopes to provide more visible peer mentors
The funds raised will provide peer educators and interns with polos, name tags and backpacks.
A petition for refugees to be housed on UMD’s campus gains SGA’s endorsement
The petition asks this university to join the Every Campus a Refuge program.
Dunkin’ Donuts aims to open under Terrapin Row in time for St. Patrick’s Day
The opening could be delayed if there are unexpected issues with construction or acquiring permits.
New Safeway opens in nearby Hyattsville
Students have another option to purchase their groceries, so long at they’re able to drive there.