The importance of Megan Thee Stallion’s ‘Savage’ SNL performance "At the end of the day, we need our Black women." Daryl Perry October 8, 2020
The NBA shook up social justice in sports. Now what? The protests have been pervasive, and now all of America is listening. Tyler Golsen September 4, 2020
College Park City Council discusses petitioning county to evaluate no-knock warrant policy The council discussed sending letters to the county officials requesting they reevaluate their policies. Clara Niel July 15, 2020
Behind the viral portraits that have mobilized the Black Lives Matter movement online Artists have used digital portraits to immortalize the lives of victims of racist killings. Elana Morris July 2, 2020
UMD students and alumni petition for reform of policing on campus Thousands have signed onto petitions calling for, among other demands, increased funding for mental health personnel. Diamondback Staff July 1, 2020
Why you need to stop posting memes about Breonna Taylor’s death Her death did not happen for you to strengthen your brand or capitalize on a viral trend. Manuela López Restrepo June 29, 2020
Incoming President Pines emphasizes solidarity amid COVID-19 and anti-racism protests Pines will take over as president on July 1. Eric Neugeboren June 29, 2020
In Silver Spring, hundreds marched for Black Lives in a protest powered by UMD alumni About 200 people gathered in front of the city’s Civic Center to show solidarity with the Black community. Julia Nikhinson June 29, 2020
Black Terps Matter protest demands UMD action against institutional racism The protest was designed to raise awareness of the university’s own pitfalls with addressing racism. Lyna Bentahar June 26, 2020
College Park, UMD religious leaders join vigil to honor Black lives The event followed an eight-hour-and-46-minute prayer chain. Madison Peek June 24, 2020