Maryland Democrats want state funding for Planned Parenthood if Trump cuts federal aid
The bill proposes $2.7 million allocated toward the organization.
Advocates against campus sexual assault want to empower UMD students to create change
“There’s a lot of stigma here,” one university junior said.
Maryland Democrats urge Jeff Sessions to step down after Russian ties revealed
Reps. Steny Hoyer and Anthony Brown are among those who called on Sessions to resign.
UMD is honoring female trailbrazers during Women’s History Month
The university’s theme for Women’s History Month this year is “honoring trailblazing women.”
Prince George’s County Police investigate off-campus armed robbery
A group of men reportedly robbed two men at gunpoint on Knox Road.
The College Park City Council isn’t on board with some government-proposed road changes
Councilmembers’ feedback largely focused on traffic concerns and bike accessibility.
After Betsy DeVos’ confirmation, UMD grad students hold a meeting about public education
The education college’s Graduate Student Organization hosted University of Pennsylvania Professor Jonathan Zimmerman.
UMD alum and ‘The Wire’ creator David Simon held a fundraiser against Trump’s travel ban
The “Night of Support” event raised about $50,000 for the American Civil Liberties Union of Maryland.
Under Armour affirms opposition to travel ban after CEO Kevin Plank praises Trump
“We are against a travel ban,” the company stated.
UMD faculty are among 42,000 academics who signed a petition opposing Trump’s travel ban
More than 200 University of Maryland faculty members, including the University Senate chair, signed on.