Diyas illuminate McKeldin Mall as UMD community celebrates Diwali
Attendees said the event, which included the painting and lighting of diyas, helped foster togetherness during the “family-oriented holiday.”
UMD community members hold remembrance event for hostages held by Hamas
Attendees, some with Israeli flags draped over their shoulders, participated in a 241-second moment of silence to honor each hostage.
UMD community members call for ceasefire at sit-in for Palestine
Protest attendees criticized university administration's “hypocrisy” in responding to ongoing violence in Palestine.
UMD announces extended Thanksgiving break
Classes will move online on Monday, Nov. 20. There will be no classes on Tuesday, Nov. 21.
UMD first-generation students reflect on challenges, achievements in college journeys
Several first-generation students gathered at the 251 North Dining Hall on Wednesday for a dinner hosted by the university’s Residence Hall Association.
UMD student musicians compete to become next symphony orchestra soloist
Several students will move on to the final round of the Orchestra Concerto Competition.
Students with disabilities express concerns about micromobility parking habits
There are currently more than 1,800 e-bikes and e-scooters registered with this university’s Department of Transportation Services.
UMD student employees voice concerns over work-life balance, wages in USAS survey
The anonymous survey investigated the experiences of student workers on campus.
Prince George’s County residents detail challenges with county’s mental health resources
Prince George's County has seen an increase in reported mental health challenges in recent years.
UMD SGA Safety Walk highlights broken lighting, inaccessible crosswalks
The SGA will compile issues noted during the safety walk into an audit.