UMD College Park student liaisons plan to focus on housing issues, civic engagement
One of their top priorities is creating an early lease ordinance that bans landlords from forcing tenants to commit to the next year right after they move in.
College Park City Council lowers voting age to 16 for city elections
Some cities in Prince George’s County, such as Hyattsville, Greenbelt and Riverdale Park, have already adopted a lower voting age.
UMD students, community members discuss connection between art and democracy
Andrew Zitcer, one of the speakers, said the event allowed students to see that change can be made through art and that there is no limit as to how an impact can be made.
Public officials, election experts discuss voting in 2024 at UMD summit
In a panel about election-related communication, discussions about youth involvement prevailed.
Mailing candidate information sheets to voters can improve turnout in local elections
Voters aren't apathetic. They just don't have all the information they need.
UMD Latinx student group hosts US Census Bureau director
Robert L. Santos is the first person of color to be permanent director of the U.S. Census Bureau.
College Park City Council aims to increase student engagement in city affairs
Council members proposed creating a neighborhood guide to introduce students to civic associations, public officials and other parts of city government.
College Park must make it easier for students to vote. Give us a campus polling location.
We want to be more civically engaged, so help us access the polls.
UMD SGA committee focuses on student voters ahead of midterm election
For the 2022 midterm elections, TerpsVote hopes to raise the student turnout rate to 54 percent.
Snapchat feature helps young people to get involved with politics
Snapchat launched the feature last month.