Results from UMD undergraduate survey underline hardships students faced in the fall
The survey was released last month.
GSG members add their voices to outcry over UMD’s decision against pass/fail
The body's president and 15 representatives signed onto a letter to UMD officials.
Almost 80 percent of UMD students opted for at least one pass/fail class last semester
The average undergraduate GPA increased by 0.09 in the spring from the previous two semesters.
UMD President Darryll Pines says decision not to offer pass/fail system is final
Since the grading policy announcement, opposition has been fierce.
GSG representatives discuss UMD pass/fail decision from the perspective of TAs
Some TAs say they've seen a spike in attendance at their office hours.
Students petition UMD to return to pass/fail grading for hybrid semester
The university returned to its standard grading policy this semester, despite many students remaining virtual.
UMD reopens portal for students to opt for letter grades
The portal for opting into letter grades initially closed on May 12.
UMD’s strong transition to online classes means good things for the future
The university should use the transition to online classes as an opportunity to refine its approach to blended learning.