UMD community honors loved ones with Day of the Dead altar The altar will stay for a week to provide time to communally reflect on various memorializations, according to an email to the anthropology department. Lizzy Alspach November 5, 2023
The Diamondback staff rates 10 candy cane flavors ahead of the holidays The Diamondback staff collected all the unique candy cane flavors and tested them for the best holiday cheer. Hanna Zakharenko December 8, 2022
I asked Terps what they’re thankful for this year UMD students, both from the U.S. and abroad, are thankful for family, friends and experiences they’ve had over the past year. Hanna Zakharenko November 18, 2022
Show your Terp pride this Halloween with these UMD-themed costumes These unique ideas celebrate Homecoming while also getting you prepared for Halloween costume season. Carey Cameron October 20, 2022
The Maryland legislature ought to change the name of Columbus Day There shouldn’t be a disparity in the figures our state representatives decide and those that we choose to celebrate. Imaan Shikoh October 13, 2022
Maryland Day successes pick up right where they left off in 2019 The celebration featured showcases from UMD's different schools, as well as games, prizes, and activities. Freelance Reporter May 4, 2022
Community gathers on McKeldin Mall for annual lighting of 10-foot menorah Hundreds of students attended the Menorah lighting to celebrate warmth and positivity Freelance Reporter November 30, 2021
UMD community celebrates Día de los Muertos, honors those lost to COVID-19 and migration The two-day holiday originating from Mexico celebrates the lives of loved ones who have died and serves to honor their memories. Freelance Reporter November 3, 2021
UMD Iranian Student Foundation holds socially distant Persian New Year celebration About 50 people were able to attend the event. Freelance Reporter April 12, 2021
Socially distanced egg hunt brings sense of normalcy back to Easter The event was held on Saturday, April 3, by the Berwyn District Civic Association. Freelance Reporter April 5, 2021