UMD students and alumni petition for reform of policing on campus Thousands have signed onto petitions calling for, among other demands, increased funding for mental health personnel. Diamondback Staff July 1, 2020
It doesn’t matter if ‘defund the police’ is politically wise Don’t ask whether ‘defund the police’ will hurt Democratic politicians. Zachary Jablow June 11, 2020
Why and how you should start gardening during quarantine Gardening is the hobby we need during the pandemic. Caterina Ieronimo May 26, 2020
Buried in uncertainty, some UMD students struggle to keep up with school amid COVID-19 Some students have struggled with mental health and a lack of motivation to do schoolwork. Eric Neugeboren May 5, 2020
Mental health and empathy go hand-in-hand. Here’s how to balance both. We need to consider ourselves and others during this time of crisis. Caterina Ieronimo May 4, 2020
With UMD online, the Help Center is on pause — at a time when students say it is most needed Without in-person classes, the Help Center hasn’t been able to do its job. Clara Niel May 1, 2020
UMD’s Counseling Center hosts first of many virtual mental health workshops The workshops are aimed at helping students manage stress and anxiety during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Freelance Reporter April 22, 2020
The SGA elections are in desperate need of actual conflict Polarization would be a welcome change to SGA elections. Max Foley-Keene April 16, 2020
We’re all adjusting to quarantine, so be empathetic Quarantine is not a good studying environment. We can make it easier for each other. Liyanga de Silva April 15, 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