‘He helped to blaze a trail’: UMD community celebrates former chancellor John B. Slaughter
Slaughter, the University of Maryland’s first Black chancellor, died in California on Dec. 6.
UMD fall freshman class sees increases in Black, Asian students
The number of Black or African American students increased 18 percent compared with last year’s class.
UMD launches dashboard to track progress on 25 demands from Black student leaders
The critical issues include increasing Black faculty, ending the "militarization" of University Police and creating more spaces for Black students.
UMD student organizes Black History Month art exhibit showcasing Black joy
“When you're joyful, there's not there's not much that can sway you away from that feeling."
Pines announces partnership with Black student leaders to discuss anti-racist efforts
The group includes student leaders from 34 organizations that represent Black students.
New UMD President Pines shares plans for mental health care, community policing and more
The announcement came on his first day on the job.
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.
At Nyumburu, black UMD students again voice feelings of disconnect with diversity VP
It was the second time Georgina Dodge visited the center in four days.
If UMD wants a more diverse student body, it can’t mistreat service workers of color
Treating employees of color poorly discourages students of color from enrolling.