College Park City Council introduces ordinance to amend several election policies The ordinance would allow the council to change the election's date and deadlines for individuals to file and withdraw their candidacy. Shifra Dayak February 24, 2021
Students under 18 can’t vote, but they found other ways to stay engaged Minors can donate to campaigns or work a phone bank. Christine Zhu November 9, 2020
Takoma Park is one of five cities where minors can vote. And young voters are turning out. "Having more people vote, particularly at a local level ... is super important." Clara Niel October 1, 2020
College Park to hold District 2 special election Nov. 8 In-person voting will take place at the College Park Community Center. Clara Niel September 2, 2020
UMD GSG chooses vice presidents to lead body with recently elected President Dan Laffin Laffin will be assuming the office of current GSG President Annie Rappeport. Clara Longo de Freitas July 1, 2020
Where does the American left go from here? The American left needs to win political power — and fast. Max Foley-Keene June 29, 2020
New city council student liaison hopes to strengthen College Park-UMD relationship Adam Rosenbaum wants to see more students voting in College Park elections. Clara Niel June 23, 2020
Mckayla Wilkes, whose campaign was powered by UMD students, loses race for District 5 seat The progressive candidate received 17 percent of the vote. Kanika Mehra June 3, 2020
For the first time in UMD SGA history, its legislature will be led by all students of color The body's legislature for this session is also one of the most diverse in recent years. Amanda Hernández May 8, 2020
Saturday night appeal in UMD SGA election almost cost Forward Maryland its victory The appeal centered around social media posts the party and its supporters had made. Angela Roberts April 27, 2020