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
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. Diamondback Staff June 11, 2020
UMD professor Jonathan England remembered as loving father, fierce ally to black community He continued to speak out against racism up until his death. Clara Longo de Freitas June 10, 2020
Seven books to add to your anti-racist reading list that UMD students can access for free McKeldin Library hosts a collection of e-books that students can read at no cost. Jonathan Tercasio June 8, 2020
White people need to be listening to black activists, not talking over them It's time for white people to start talking less and listening more. Maya Rosenberg June 6, 2020
College Park church holds vigil to unite community in wake of nationwide protests 150 community members attended the event. Arya Hodjat June 6, 2020
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. Angela Roberts June 5, 2020
In a nation gripped by protests, PG County churches and congregants turn to prayer Nineteen religious bodies in the county held a 12-hour prayer session Tuesday. Diamondback Staff June 5, 2020
UMD, WaPo poll finds most Americans do not want to rush reopening nonessential businesses Over half said they would feel uncomfortable going to restaurants, movie theaters and clothing stores. Chloe Goldberg May 8, 2020
UMD suspends Hong Kong study abroad program amid protests "Going out into the city started getting harder because ... there would be protesters and police." Grace Mottley December 5, 2019