“The frontline”: Some system nursing students will graduate early to join COVID-19 fight The University of Maryland School of Nursing in Baltimore is accelerating their program so students can join the workforce. Chloe Goldberg April 17, 2020
Maryland Gov. Hogan orders face coverings in retail stores, transit systems Maryland counties had already announced similar orders requiring face-coverings. Matt McDonald April 15, 2020
UMD will lose $80 million due to COVID-19 — and government aid will only make a dent Along with other Big Ten university presidents, Loh has lobbied Congress for a higher education bailout. Chloe Goldberg April 15, 2020
COVID-19 pandemic jolts UMD courses on bioethics, outbreaks with a new sense of urgency Since January, students in these UMD classes have been studying the implications of public health crises. Then, one hit the U.S. Diamondback Staff April 15, 2020
Pregnancy in PG County: Women reflect on bringing new life to state COVID-19 epicenter Women who are expecting during the pandemic face an extra layer of anxieties. Angela Roberts April 14, 2020
Black Marylanders are disproportionately affected by COVID-19, state health dept. says Black residents made up nearly 50 percent of patients whose race was recorded. Matt McDonald April 9, 2020
UMD performance, arts students adapt to online learning — without a stage or dance studio One dance student is using a parking lot to practice her craft. Clara Longo de Freitas April 9, 2020
Social distancing isn’t easy for people with anxiety disorders. But it can be better. Coping with anxiety during a pandemic isn't impossible. Allison Cochrane April 8, 2020
Some UMD seniors anxious about job search as unemployment soars amid pandemic Some summer internships have been cancelled. Eric Neugeboren April 1, 2020
Hogan issues “stay at home” order, violations punishable by jail time The order takes effect at 8 p.m. Monday night. Matt McDonald March 30, 2020