Petition demands more support for UMD African American Studies Department
Thousands have signed on, joining the call begun by a doctoral student.
What it’s like to defend a dissertation in the age of COVID-19
So far, 160 UMD students have defended their dissertations virtually.
UMD grad students can be graded pass-fail this spring, but must get at least a C- to pass
They can opt to receive normal letter grades, though, just like undergraduate students.
UMD grad school set to draft policy guiding students in switching advisers
The process is often confusing and fraught with anxiety for students.
As coronavirus spreads, UMD’s graduate school modifies its policy on remote defenses
The university announced Tuesday that students should not plan on returning to the campus until at least April 10.
UMD graduate students are now required to have health insurance
The school announced the change last week.
UMD doctoral students say they lack the tools to navigate conflicts with their advisers
Part 2 of a series on problems facing graduate students, and how to combat them.
At UMD, doctoral students depend on their advisers. What can happen when things go wrong?
Part 1 of a two-part look into this complex and often fraught relationship.
UMD grad students again take to Annapolis to fight for collective bargaining rights
Lawmakers heard arguments for and against the bill on Tuesday.
UMD grad students talk research on Freddie Gray unrest, sea turtles at MilkBoy ArtHouse
The next GradTerp Exchange is set for Dec. 3.