UMD announces dates of next mandatory COVID-19 testing event It also announced new ways technology will be used to track the virus' spread. Matt McDonald September 4, 2020
UMD is turning its back on workers by refusing to bargain with them Staff need better protection from the virus, but UMD won't come to the table. Laura Phillips-Alvarez September 3, 2020
Maryland athletics pauses workouts after 46 positive COVID-19 tests The positive results span 10 different teams. Alexander Dacy September 3, 2020
UMD must reduce tuition for this semester Students are going to receive a worse education this semester. Why isn't tuition lower? Josh Binderman September 3, 2020
“It’s gonna be chaos”: UMD employees manage work and child care amid COVID-19 "You’re trying to manage all your own feelings and fears ... while also trying to keep their world and their lives and their experiences as normal as possible.” Clara Longo de Freitas September 3, 2020
The Big Ten course-sharing program provides financial relief and academic engagement UMD's participation in the Big Ten's Academic Alliance is a step in the right direction. Gabriella Kurczeski September 1, 2020
Guide: What you need to know about life at UMD in the age of coronavirus To prepare for a semester like no other, here’s a reference for all things dorms, DOTS and dining. Madison Peek August 31, 2020
There’s no right answer in the debate over synchronous and asynchronous classes Both synchronous and asynchronous online classes have flaws. Professors have to adapt. Evan Crum August 31, 2020
The pandemic isn’t over. UMD needs to reinstate the pass/fail grading system. Students still face extreme hardship because of COVID-19 — they need pass/fail grading. Caterina Ieronimo August 30, 2020