UMD announces $8.75M to support researchers amid federal funding uncertainty The federal government has cancelled at least $30 million worth of grants at the university, The Diamondback reported in September. Johana Gonzalez-Cruz November 20, 2025
DOGE website says it cut nearly $15M from UMD grants The Department of Government Efficiency's “Wall of Receipts” says at least 30 grants to this university have been reduced or cut since January. Theodore Rose October 16, 2025
Federal funding cuts loom over about 25 UMD Earth science researchers’ future projects The cuts come amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to shift away from clean energy sources and cut Environmental Protection Agency funding. Oliver Mack September 23, 2025
About $30 million worth of UMD grants have been canceled The number of canceled grants, which was more than 60 as of Friday, can fluctuate as this university continues to work on grant reinstatement. Apurva Mahajan September 16, 2025
About $12 million worth of UMD research grants, contracts impacted by Trump cuts The losses include funding from the National Institute of Health, Department of Education, the National Science Foundation and the Department of Defense. Katharine Wilson April 23, 2025
UMD leaders discuss impacts of federal policy changes, micromobility at RHA town hall President Donald Trump’s executive orders and actions could impact staffing and grants across departments, department directors told RHA senators. Katherine Schutzman March 6, 2025
The Washington Commanders stink. Partnering with UMD could lead them to prosperity. Under new ownership, the Commanders could use some local help to kickstart a rebuild. Joey Barke December 12, 2023
College Park City Council increases home ownership grants for first responders The council’s move saw significant opposition from city residents and University of Maryland students. Eden Binder October 25, 2023
College Park City Council tables discussion on homeowner grants until March The council discussed loosening the guidelines on who is eligible for the grants. Grace Yarrow February 9, 2022
College Park City Council discusses reducing restrictions on homeownership grants Residents can use the grants, which began in 2005, on down payments or closing costs. Grace Yarrow February 2, 2022