University Senate discusses belonging survey, new biostatistics graduate degree programs
The survey, which was released last April, aimed to assess community members’ experiences, perceptions and sense of belonging at this university.
Environmental justice activists gather in College Park for 10th annual symposium
The symposium was organized by the Community Engagement, Environmental Justice and Health Center at the University of Maryland’s public health school.
UMD community plants hundreds of flowers to celebrate Earth Day
The event was part of Wild Visions Habitat Creation Challenge, a gardening challenge that aims to increase biodiversity renewal.
UMD school of public health hosts panel on nature and mental health
Research has shown that being out in nature lowers levels of depression, stress levels, anxiety, rumination and hypertension.
“No corners were cut”: UMD public health professors say the COVID-19 vaccine is safe
Some public health professors say that increased education should be used to combat hesitancy towards the vaccine.
This fall, UMD public health students are seeing their studies played out in real life
Students can expect to learn about COVID in the classroom this semester.
UMD researchers are investigating investment gaps in child education
The study aims to determine funding differences for children across ethnicities and income levels.