Two lanes on Route 1 set to temporarily close this spring for Purple Line construction The closure will impact Route 1 from Hotel Drive to Fraternity Row. The sidewalk on one side of the road will also be closed Lillian Glaros March 10, 2025
UMD students say Campus Drive bike lane poses safety risk Some community members said pedestrians and micromobility users straying from their respective lanes has led to dangerous interactions near the bike lane. Lillian Glaros March 6, 2025
Here’s a look at the UMD construction scene in spring 2025 Multiple projects have seen progress since the beginning of fall semester, and some are predicted to be completed during spring or summer 2025. Lillian Glaros January 31, 2025
UMD Purple Line construction, two-way bike lanes lead to new safety measures Both projects have raised some concerns among campus members about biker and pedestrian safety. Talia Macchi October 11, 2024
UMD students criticize university’s lack of Metro discount program This university does not participate in the WMATA’s U-Pass program, which offers college students discounted rides on the Metrorail and Metrobus. Freelance Reporter October 7, 2024
UMD announces new traffic pattern at Campus Drive and Adelphi Road University administration recommends drivers only use campus entrances at Paint Branch Drive, Stadium Drive or Baltimore Avenue starting Tuesday. Natalie Weger September 24, 2024
UMD construction updates: Major Purple Line construction likely to finish in fall 2024 Current projects include the Purple Line, which will run through this university, and new academic buildings. Lillian Glaros May 10, 2024
UMD community concerned about Purple Line construction’s environmental, health impacts Dorms along Campus Drive at this university are set to close for part of the summer due to noise from nearby Purple Line work. Sumaya Abdel-Motagaly March 14, 2024
Local officials say Campus Drive bike lane intersection poses danger to community The lane’s design makes it possible for bike wheels to get caught in the track’s grooves, which could cause accidents. Bridget Byrne February 19, 2024
PHOTOS: Winter break in College Park Everything you missed on campus across the last month – from a snow storm to Panera construction. Diamondback Photo Staff January 26, 2024