UMD Dining Services manager Luckmann Simon remembered for his bright smile, friendliness Simon died April 9 from complications of COVID-19. He was 61. Diamondback Staff April 21, 2020
As coronavirus pandemic continues, some UMD employees are out of work Dining Services is looking into whether it can provide pay provisions, said spokesperson Bart Hipple. Freelance Reporter March 27, 2020
Leonardtown convenience store will close at the end of the spring semester It has struggled to bring in money over the past couple of years, a Dining Services spokesperson said. Clara Niel March 6, 2020
UMD cafes and stores are officially free of most single-use plastic Dining Services received a $150,000 grant last spring that allowed them to make the transition. Clara Niel February 21, 2020
After years of delays, South Campus Diner construction is set to finish over spring break The renovations will include a wheelchair lift and the first gender-neutral bathroom to be installed in an on-campus dining hall. Clara Niel February 14, 2020
Lack of kosher dining options at UMD leaves some Jewish students feeling disconnected Kosher students who want a full dining plan must go to Maryland Hillel for meals, leaving some feeling disconnected. Freelance Reporter October 16, 2019
For the first time, UMD is providing to-go meals for students observing Ramadan The holiday coincides with final exams. Sarah D'Souza May 7, 2019