UMD students reflect on Kamala Harris’ impact on underrepresented communities Kamala Harris made history in August when she became the first woman of Black and South Asian heritage to lead a major political party’s ticket. Nicole Pilsbury November 1, 2024
UMD students hold vigil to honor Ryan Gainer, call for end to police brutality About 30 attendees stood side-by-side and held candles while engaging in conversations about how to raise awareness about police brutality. Natalie Weger March 26, 2024
New executive board brings more freshmen to UMD’s Black Student Union The Black Student Union's focus has shifted toward engagement with the new executive board. Freelance Reporter December 1, 2022
Black student leaders and UMD admin discuss 25 demands at town hall A task force brought the demands to the university's administration in October 2020. Victoria Stavish April 21, 2022
Some Black UMD students appreciate Pines’ actions, but others say he lacks urgency Some students want administration to be more proactive in preventing racism on campus. Emily Williams September 11, 2020
“Still fighting”: Black UMD students add their voices to protests against police brutality “I’m exhausted that in the year 2020, black people, we’re still fighting to prove that our lives matter,” one student said. Diamondback Staff June 4, 2020
UMD needs to act on its commitment to the black community OUR VIEW: This editorial board stands with the black community and with those protesting systemic racism. Diamondback Editorial Board June 2, 2020
Students gather for midnight remembrance of Richard Collins on his 26th birthday The memorial came just hours after the first day of testimony in the trial for the man accused of killing him. Victoria Ebner December 13, 2019