The DC Black Lives Matter mural is performative, not radical
D.C. residents deserve more from their mayor than an empty gesture of solidarity.
Marches against racism have evolved, and so have the youth who lead them
Youth are leading the protests for racial equality. Here’s why they’re different from past generations.
UMD professors discuss racism on campus, consider policing reform at town hall
“Stop writing statements and sending out ‘thoughts and prayers,’” one asked of the university.
Hundreds gather in Annapolis for youth-led march against police brutality, systemic racism
The march was organized by two Annapolis High School students.
UMD refers those involved in post mocking George Floyd’s death to Student Conduct Office
Floyd died after a Minnesota officer pressed his knee on his neck for almost nine minutes.
UMD to offer leave Monday to employees who wish to take time to mourn George Floyd
George Floyd was remembered Thursday at a Minneapolis memorial service.
UMD students and alumni organize supply drive for D.C. protesters
The team is collecting items such as first aid kits, goggles, hand sanitizer and bottled water.
“Still fighting”: Black UMD students add their voices to protests against police brutality
“I’m exhausted that in the year 2020, black people, we’re still fighting to prove that our lives matter,” one student said.
Prince George’s County leaders discuss protests, police accountability at town hall
The meeting took place less than 24 hours after the county's police department suspended three officers.
Dozens gather at UMD vigil for beloved African American Studies professor Jonathan England
Students remembered England as a mentor and devoted ally.