UMD students learn from Maryland General Assembly delegate in Maryland Fellows course
The course provides an overview of components of state and local government through the perspective of human services.
La Gente organization looks to connect UMD students passionate about Latino policy
The group felt motivated to start this organization after hearing a guest speaker from the Congressional Hispanic Caucus discuss Latino identity and issues that the community faces.
A service-based track would combine the best aspects of the GVPT and public policy majors
The School of Public Policy needs a service-based major or concentration.
Wes Moore and Aruna Miller visit UMD to share gubernatorial transition plans
Ken Ulman, a former Howard County Executive and the president of the Terrapin Development Company, will serve as a co-chair of Moore’s transition team.
‘Temple to public service’: UMD community gathers for public policy building dedication
The dedication marks the 40th anniversary year of the public policy school.
Clinton, lobbying and public policy: A UMD professor makes life experiences into lessons
Gerard Evans is one of the longest-running and most successful lobbyists in the state of Maryland, has over 40 years of experience in the Maryland General Assemby and teaches public policy at this university.
UMD replaces certificate program with Science, Technology, Ethics and Policy minor
The University Senate voted on Thursday to discontinue the Science, Technology and Society certificate.
Former UMD professor joins Biden administration for infrastructure-security role
David Mussington was appointed executive assistant director for infrastructure security within the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
“A discussion piece”: UMD professor’s proposed tax bill used as classroom content
The bill was rejected earlier this month.
Peace Corps ranks UMD fourth for volunteer production, jumping ahead six places
This university has ranked since 2011, and jumped six places from last year.