UMD engineers are producing masks and hand sanitizer for local healthcare workers
“We are just trying to do what we can to help."
After move online, UMD students and professors struggle to replicate hands-on lab courses
Regular lab experiments are off-limits.
Younger COVID-19 patients don’t automatically deserve preferential treatment
With a shortage of life-saving medical equipment, older patients can't be ignored.
UMD orders hiring freeze to offset losses from coronavirus closures
The school will lose millions as a result of pandemic.
UMD students will receive partial refunds and credit for room, board, other fees
Fees for parking, athletics and student facilities are among those included.
UMD’s strong transition to online classes means good things for the future
The university should use the transition to online classes as an opportunity to refine its approach to blended learning.
Here are the best board and card games to play when you’re cooped up inside
There’s more than Monopoly and checkers.
UMD student task force aims to address commencement plans, help for marginalized groups
Membership "grew exponentially," with over 270 members, the group's founder said.
College Park shuts down city parks and playgrounds to combat coronavirus spread
It also asked all non-essential workers to stay home.