UMD SGA details plan to reform police on campus amid global Black Lives Matter protests The roadmap includes plans to help establish “new and more concrete” gun procedures and guidelines for police officers on the campus. Lyna Bentahar July 8, 2020
Prince George’s County launches police reform task force The task force will review the department’s operations, including hiring, training and use of force policies. Clara Longo de Freitas July 3, 2020
Hogan’s proposed education budget cuts would harm minorities and educators $345 million in budget cuts won't solve the problem. Maya Rosenberg July 1, 2020
UMD renames administration building to honor Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Miller played a critical role in garnering state support for several initiatives at this university. Amanda Hernández June 29, 2020
UMD to host First Look Fair virtually this fall In years past, the First Look Fair gathered more than 700 student groups on McKeldin Mall. Amanda Hernández June 29, 2020
Nyumburu, Black faculty host town hall to discuss racism at UMD and police brutality Tuesday's town hall was meant to foster a “cathartic and therapeutic medium.” Clara Longo de Freitas June 18, 2020
What to expect as an out-of-state student at UMD As an Arizonan, coming to the state of Maryland was a bit of a shock. Rachel S. Hunt June 11, 2020
Hogan gives green light for restaurants to resume indoor dining Friday Outdoor amusement facilities may resume activities Friday, as well. Matt McDonald June 10, 2020
Systemic racism has plagued this College Park neighborhood. Now, the council apologizes. The council unanimously passed a resolution Tuesday night acknowledging the systemic and structural racism in the city. Clara Niel June 10, 2020
Prince George’s County board of education takes steps to sever ties with county police The board’s budget committee voted on a recommendation to cancel its school resource officer contract with the county police and all municipal police. Chloe Goldberg June 9, 2020