UMD RHA unanimously approves resolution to expand diversity and inclusion efforts The resolution urges this university’s administration to develop a more “robust portal” of undocumented and minority resources. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
University System of Maryland gives 21 grants to promote open-source textbook use Twenty-one “mini grants” between $500 and $2,500 were awarded to faculty members at 12 state universities and community colleges. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Police charge UMD student after seizing 375 THC cartridges from College Park home Prince George’s County Police tracked a suspicious package to the address and searched the home on March 28. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Body found along Indian Creek Trail near Lake Artemesia Police are launching a death investigation. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
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