Politics is a popularity contest. Democrats must do better.
Ironically, the conservative movement suddenly feels more forward-thinking than the Democrats when it comes to mobilizing younger voters.
UMD must stop overlooking its transfer students
The number of transfer students in the U.S. is rising. Now especially, this university should promote more transfer student-friendly experiences.
UMD should use smarter giveaways to fill the stadium stands
Students make up the majority of the community, and without them, there would be no university sporting events.
UMD faculty must provide free textbooks, accessible options
Ensuring all students have access to required course materials is essential for creating an educationally-level playing field.
UMD cannot trade equity for appeasement
For now, the change at the University of Maryland is largely symbolic. But symbols exist for a reason.
Love Island USA was too dramatic this year
This season’s rise in dramatics may not only be due to the islanders but also because of the streaming platforms’ tendency to favor dramatic reality TV shows.
College Park must remain a sanctuary city to protect its community
ICE has no role or place at the University of Maryland, a home of higher education and learning.
Kermit is a cowardly choice for UMD’s 2025 commencement speaker
We’ll remember that Kermit spoke at commencement, but we won’t remember what he said.
It’s in everyone’s best interest that the US Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
Of all the questionable and malicious actions Trump’s administration has taken since Jan. 20, fighting birthright citizenship could be the most anti-American.
Cinema is dying. A UMD film festival can fix that
Streaming changed the magic of movies and has promoted a new type of culture divorced from an appreciation of the art.