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.
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.
College Park City Council discusses more detailed plans for the new Hillel
But the city doesn't have the power to approve the project.
Four of the bills UMD’s SGA passed this semester while you weren’t paying attention
The SGA passed sexual misconduct prevention, safety and transportation bills this semester, among others.
Prince George’s County Council chair Dannielle Glaros wins second term
Glaros represents College Park, among other locations.
A forest near Xfinity Center could be the site of UMD’s newest parking lot
The lot would cost between $8 million and $9 million to construct, and would not raise student fees.
UMD’s black freshman enrollment is at its lowest level in decades
An official said it’s due in part to “the tragic incidents of the last two years.”
Hundreds gather on McKeldin Mall to remember victims of Pittsburgh synagogue shooting
A gunman opened fire in the Tree of Life synagogue during Shabbat over the weekend.
University of Maryland reports 14 cases of hand, foot and mouth disease
The disease causes painful sores, but is generally harmless and usually lasts less than a week, according to the University Health Center.
UMD met its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions more than 25 percent by 2015
Going forward, this university hopes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 50 percent by 2020.