Background checks continue to submerge UMD in academic white privilege The social context around criminalization should matter in this university's hiring policies. Lei Danielle Escobal May 4, 2022
UMD’s college application asks about criminal history. Some say it’s invasive. The Common App decided to remove the question in 2018. Sofia Garay January 30, 2022
UMD Senate is considering a bill that would require background checks for all staff “The issue we’re trying to address is safety,” a sponsor said. Lyna Bentahar February 28, 2020