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Updated technology can help UMD become more accessible

Too often, it feels like disabled students are an “afterthought” in the grand scheme of this university’s community. 
  • Jahnavi Kirkire
  • February 24, 2025

Pioneering UMD Deaf faculty member Jill Bradbury aims to improve accessibility in theater

Bradbury made history in July by becoming the University of Maryland’s first full-time, tenure line deaf faculty member.
  • Freelance Reporter
  • November 19, 2024

UMD must close the digital divide and fight tech inequity

The lack of a technology fund at this university leaves many students struggling to access the essential tools needed for success in today’s academic environment.
  • Nikki Rostamiani
  • October 11, 2024

Hybrid options are a necessity in classrooms, not a luxury

Mandating virtual and hybrid learning options is about more than convenience — it’s about making education accessible to a wider, more diverse group of students.
  • Nikki Rostamiani
  • September 26, 2024

UMD SGA passes bill to promote campus accessibility

The bill ensures the Student Government Association will focus on accessibility through universal design standards.
  • Sanya Wason
  • September 13, 2024

UMD is an empty canvas. Increasing access to the arts could paint a brighter future.

Open access to art on campus gives students a creative outlet.
  • Isabella Cusack
  • February 14, 2024

College Park opts to continue contract with VeoRide despite concerns

Some questioned VeoRide’s ability to respond when devices violate the forced parking mechanism and limit accessibility in the city.
  • Eden Binder
  • November 16, 2023

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.
  • Bridget Byrne
  • November 10, 2023

With a student plan, Netflix can address password sharing without harming students

Netflix’s proposed account changes will harm college students significantly.
  • Vrisha Sookraj
  • February 6, 2023

UMD students say proposed disability cultural center isn’t accessible

Students wrote a petition when they felt like the university did not try to implement avenues for disabled students to be involved in the cultural center planning process.
  • Ilana Williams
  • December 12, 2022
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