Iranian UMD students say political tensions have made it harder to land a job in the U.S.
In the era of Trump's travel ban, and heightened tensions with Iran, background checks can be a struggle for Iranian students seeking jobs.
SGA, RHA leaders denounce university’s redistribution of money after state budget cuts
The student groups argue the move represented a misuse of student fees.
Two more coronavirus cases confirmed in Maryland, bringing state total to five
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has confirmed four cases in Montgomery County and one in Harford County.
UMD appoints professor Robert Briber interim engineering dean
The current dean, Darryll Pines, is set to take over as university president.
This Maryland bill would create a task force to study mental health support in higher ed
UMD community members testified in support of the bill at a hearing Thursday.
Suspended study abroad programs leave UMD students in limbo amid coronavirus outbreak
UMD suspended study abroad programs in China, Italy and South Korea this semester.
Leonardtown convenience store will close at the end of the spring semester
It has struggled to bring in money over the past couple of years, a Dining Services spokesperson said.
A cybersecurity start-up will move to a new office building in the Discovery District
The building, located on 4600 River Road, is being developed under the university’s joint-venture with COPT
Meet the UMD student behind the “Break Box”: A trailer where people can smash glass
Senior American studies major Ryan Perpall founded the small business, called Break Box Recycling.
UMD theatre, dance school responds to student concerns over required course
Some theatre and dance majors say a required course is too time-consuming for the one credit many of them earn for taking it.