UMD president Darryll Pines talks campus climate, infrastructure in biannual address
Pines shared highlights from the Belonging and Community Survey, which aimed to assess community members’ experiences, perceptions and sense of belonging.
White House advisor discusses climate change, cancer research at UMD talk
Arati Prabhakar, the director of the White House’s science and technology policy office, joined university president Darryll Pines for the forum.
UMD task force releases findings to address antisemitism, Islamophobia
The task force’s recommendations included urging this university to introduce modules about antisemitism and Islamophobia to the TerrapinSTRONG program.
College Park, UMD SGA leaders urge state to add safety measures to Route 1 bike lanes
College Park City Council members and Student Government Association legislators said protected bike lanes will increase cyclist and pedestrian safety.
Local leaders celebrate safety improvements on Route 1
The U.S. 1 College Park Improvement Project, which began in spring 2020, will enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety.
Experts divided on plagiarism accusations against UMD president Darryll Pines
The Daily Wire alleged on Sept. 17 that Pines and his co-author plagiarized 1,500 words of a 5,000-word paper from a website published in 1996.
ACLU backs Students for Justice in Palestine chapter’s lawsuit against UMD, USM
The lawsuit argues the university violated students’ free speech and First Amendment rights by restricting campus events on Oct. 7.
UMD community members promote students’ civil rights at event discussing Greek life
The event featured several speakers, including a university alum and former U.S. Representative Dennis Cardoza.
UMPD traffic stops for micromobility vehicles return for fall 2024 semester
University of Maryland Police periodically enforces traffic violations for bikes and e-scooters throughout the year.
Wes Moore headlines UMD event to launch Maryland Climate Corps, service year programs
The Maryland Climate Corps aims to grow the state’s climate workforce, according to a news release from Moore.