More than 99% of UMD employee political donations went to Democrats in 2021 and 2022
Employees donated more than $290,000 in 2021 and 2022, with just more than $7,000 going toward Republicans.
UMD shares emergency response plans, offers support after Michigan State shooting
A Monday night shooting at Michigan State University killed three students and critically injured five others.
UMD community members call for better feedback process on new cultural centers
The university is seeking student input for the centers through forums, but many have found the process lackluster.
UMD student health insurance sees largest price hike in a decade
The annual price of this university’s Student Health Insurance Plan increased by roughly 38 percent.
UMD President Pines highlights grants, faculty achievements in state of campus address
During the address, the university president announced the finalists for the university's Grand Challenges grant program.
UMD President Darryll Pines announces university land acknowledgement
The land acknowledgement will be visible in the Yahentamitsi Dining Hall.
UMD to raise hourly student employee minimum wage to $15 in 2023
The minimum wage increase will take place three years before the state’s $15 minimum wage standard.
Terp Thon raises over $200,000 in annual dance marathon
Terp Thon hosts an annual 12 hour dance marathon to raise money for children and families of the Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C.
UMD President Pines calls for more research achievements at State of the Campus address
The university president also provided an update on diversity and inclusion initiative TerrapinStrong.
Dozens gather to celebrate College Park City Hall grand opening
The new building — a project that has been in the works for 20 years — includes spaces for the city and the university.