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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Community gathers on McKeldin Mall for annual lighting of 10-foot menorah
Hundreds of students attended the Menorah lighting to celebrate warmth and positivity
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.
UMD Iranian Student Foundation holds socially distant Persian New Year celebration
About 50 people were able to attend the event.
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.