“I deserve and earn what they pay me”: USM Chancellor Caret discusses his time in office Caret sat down with The Washington Post this week to reflect on his tenure. Lexie Schapitl October 6, 2016
New Maryland laws on police accountability and drunk driving took effect this weekend The laws were passed during the Maryland General Assembly’s 2016 legislative session. Angela Jacob October 2, 2016
Strategic partnership between UMD, University of Maryland, Baltimore takes effect today The partnership aims to bring more funding to the campuses and provide expanded opportunities in graduate education. Jessie Campisi October 1, 2016
The USM’s new 29-member diversity council will prioritize inclusion on college campuses The council stems from a workgroup formed in 2015 following strong campus reactions to national issues, such as Freddie Gray’s death in Baltimore. Lexie Schapitl September 26, 2016
Trump on Clinton’s “basket of deplorables” comment: “She looks down on the citizens” Trump defended his supporters against Clinton’s remarks while campaigning in Baltimore. Rebecca Rainey September 12, 2016
The USM Board of Regents has eliminated bonus pay for future chancellors The change comes after the board received backlash for awarding Chancellor Robert Caret a $75,000 bonus in June. Andrew Dunn September 9, 2016
College Park schools will start later next year. Patrick Wojahn thinks that’s a bad idea. Gov. Hogan’s executive order has Maryland public schools starting after Labor Day next year. Alex Carolan September 8, 2016
Meet the five new people who will help oversee Maryland universities’ academics and finances The USM Board of Regents will hold its first meeting of the academic year Friday. Andrew Dunn September 6, 2016
With a Senate seat up for grabs, Van Hollen and Szeliga are focusing on college students Both candidates have placed an emphasis on student loan debt and job growth. Rebecca Rainey September 5, 2016
Melania Trump is suing a Maryland blogger for calling her an escort Her lawyer? The same guy who represented Hulk Hogan against Gawker. Andrew Dunn September 2, 2016