UMD takes down dashboard tracking 25 demands made by Black student leaders
In 2021, this university's diversity and inclusion office published the dashboard, which tracked the demands and the university's progress.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.