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.
UMD students weigh in on mask compliance this semester
Students say mask compliance has been good, but there’s room for improvement.
Route One Communities Care halts meal distribution due to lack of funds
Since the organization's start in April 2020, it has distributed over 23,000 meals and raised about $240,000.
UMD provost encourages remote learning on Oct. 1 due to football game
The game is expected to bring increased traffic on campus.
COVID-19 etiquette shouldn’t end with the pandemic
Masks, social distancing and time off help stop the virus’ spread. Let’s use these methods more.
UMD community questions effectiveness of QR codes in classrooms for contact tracing
Large classrooms already have QR codes, but some smaller classrooms are still waiting for theirs.
To preserve student health, UMD’s dining halls need to reinstate the takeout option
Why did UMD take takeout away?
DOTS still advises shuttle drivers to admit riders without masks. Some drivers are upset.
Shuttle-UM drivers do not have to transport unmasked passengers if it makes them uncomfortable.
UMD needs to provide accessible COVID-19 testing for vaccinated people
By limiting testing, UMD is only making the pandemic worse.