Students from a UMD Scholars program partnered with college students from Ecuador
The projects focused on technology and society.
University Senate announces candidates for next week’s committee and council elections
Kim Coles and Pamela Lanford are running for senate chair.
UMD students’ idea for combatting Purple Line pollution takes second in EPA contest
The Campus RainWorks challenge focuses on preventing stormwater runoff.
New SGA executive members aim to streamline processes, change internal culture
The group was elected on April 20.
Someone shouted a racial slur near South Campus Commons Thursday, police say
It was the third hate bias incident reported this semester.
Months after pepper spray incident, UMD student groups prompt further conversation
The Resident Life Advisory Team will be focusing on how students and police can address future situations involving use of force.
UMD gives grants to address bias and identity issues, but they aren’t being used
“I think we can do a better job in getting the word out,” chief diversity officer Kumea Shorter-Gooden said.
University of Maryland Police seeking second suspect in UMUC robbery and shooting
A male security guard remains in critical condition, according to a police statement.
Diversity task force proposes a policy on punishing threatening and intimidating conduct
The task force was formed in the wake of Richard Collins’ death.
Hollywood Streetscape and Duvall Field projects can move forward, thanks to $150,000 grants
Duvall Field is expected to be completed in 2021.