Tag: community

Hopeful but uncertain: UMD community members vaccinated for COVID-19 reflect on the future

“I’m not going to breathe easy yet. But, you know, I do feel more hopeful than I did before," said Celina Sargusingh, a clinic coordinator at the University Health Center.

Angela Roberts
February 17, 2021

COVID-19 has hit immigrant communities hard. This local group has helped thousands.

So far, they've helped over 1,300 families in Prince George's County.

Amanda Hernández
September 28, 2020

For those raised in College Park’s Lakeland, the wounds left by its destruction remain

Major restructuring has made the once-thriving community fundamentally different.

Clara Niel
September 21, 2020

As water pooled into UMD’s Hillel Center, students braved last week’s storm to come help

The center estimates the storm caused about $100,000 worth of damages.

Rina Torchinsky
September 14, 2020

Hyattsville community unites to support survivors of house fire

The family fled the fire, and the community responded in full, helping out on the scene and raising over $46,000 for immediate expenses.

Madison Peek
August 4, 2020

UMD introduces first steps of its anti-racism plan

The plan includes hosting a series of “Community Conversations.”

Clara Longo de Freitas
June 24, 2020

College Park church holds vigil to unite community in wake of nationwide protests

150 community members attended the event.

Arya Hodjat
June 6, 2020

Class, community and chicken tenders: UMD seniors reflect on their time in college

As the seniors leave their undergraduate years behind, some are taking a look back.

Clara Niel
April 29, 2020

As COVID-19 pandemic rages on, UMCP Gaming provides community for some students

The club has allowed students to "hang out" online and make new friends.

Jonathan Tercasio
April 24, 2020

Quarantine yourself with these seven great bottle episodes

Here’s how famous TV shows make the most out of one room.

Tyler Golsen
March 27, 2020