UMD announces most winter term classes to shift online
Students and instructors will be required to wear KN95 masks for the few in person classes.
After more than a year on Zoom, UMD professors are ready to return to the classroom
The university is anticipating a return to normal operations in the fall semester.
Long days, lost connections: Students reflect on over a year of online classes
A year of online classes has impacted some students' mental health on top of having the burden of full tuition.
In a time of pandemic stress and isolation, some students turn to art
Some students at this university have used creative outlets to cope with the stress they faced as a result of the pandemic and online learning.
With PGCPS set to return to classrooms in April, some teachers worry for their safety
Some educators worry the school system's plans are insufficient.
UMD classes online, students asked to sequester for a week amid rise in COVID cases
Students are instructed to restrict their activities and stay in their rooms as much as possible.
UMD President Darryll Pines expects in-person classes in fall 2021
Pines expects the majority of the campus community will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine before the semester starts.
Students deserve more information on the efficacy of online learning
Students aren't getting enough information about how this semester is holding up to past academic standards.
UMD RHA calls on administration to implement pass/fail grading this semester
University President Darryll Pines has said the university will not return to the pass/fail system this semester.