UMD students appreciate spring pass/fail option but say it’s long overdue
"Why couldn’t they have done it last semester?”
UMD implemented pass/fail to save face, not to save students
Why doesn’t UMD actually care about its students?
UMD to offer pass/fail grading on up to 7 credits in the spring
The announcement comes after widespread backlash from students over the lack of an extended pass/fail grading system in the fall.
UMD Provost Mary Ann Rankin resigns
Geology professor emerita Dr. Ann G. Wylie will serve as interim provost.
UMD can’t pretend it knows what’s best for students when it comes to fall grading
UMD's withdrawal extension is not an adequate substitute for a pass/fail system.
UMD extends course withdrawal deadline in lieu of pass/fail option
More than 7,000 people signed a petition for a pass/fail option due to COVID-19.
UMD to hold classes on Election Day
Instructors have been advised to be flexible and avoid scheduling exams on Nov. 3.
UMD President Pines shows solidarity with international students following ICE guidance
The university is also creating an Americans with Disabilities Act coordinator position, Pines announced.
UMD places “severe” restrictions on research due to coronavirus pandemic
An application process is being developed for researchers who want to continue their work on-campus.
Former Obama adviser discusses climate change and technology at UMD public policy talk
John Holdren said he thinks technological advancements are necessary for an energy crisis solution.