‘Treat yourself’: A UMD student’s luxury cosmetic brand offers quality lashes, lip glosses
Chery Cosmetics launched in September 2020, and now some customers say the quality — and Aiyana Chery's dedication — make the company stand out.
After going viral on TikTok, UMD student launches fashion brand sierrasinvogue
The company sells custom handmade woven clothing, including pants, crewnecks and sweaters.
Footage Society, a Laurel sneaker boutique, embraces culture and community
The store, which is owned and operated by people of color, stands out for its commitment to culture and its customers.
UMD students launch small businesses born out of pandemic hobbies
The return to in-person sales has provided a long-awaited payoff for students who spent months of the pandemic perfecting their handmade crafts.
Businesses have a societal obligation to require their employees to get vaccinated
Americans bailed businesses out during the pandemic. It’s time they return the favor.
UMD student’s granola bar company hits campus stores
The company has sold more than 7,000 granola bars across 12 stores and two university campuses.
College Park Mayor Patrick Wojahn talks racial equity, economy ahead of fall elections
Although elections are not until November, Wojahn has already begun developing policies for the term that will address issues the College Park community is facing.
At first Maryland Sports Business Conference, experts talk career field, advice
The conference, hosted by the University of Maryland’s Sports Business Society, aimed to educate students on the sports business industry.
UMD student organization hosts guest speaker series to encourage virtual networking
Guests in the speaker series include Denis McGlynn, CEO of Dover Motorsports, and entrepreneurs who were on the popular show Shark Tank.
UMD students profit off of GameStop gains during Wall Street frenzy
The frenzy hurt billionaires and hedge funds, while the students took pride in their successes.