Voters deserve better than the current Democratic primary debate format Democratic primary debates are too long and not relevant enough Maya Rosenberg February 23, 2020
“Not surprised”: UMD students, faculty say xenophobic remarks increased amid coronavirus “Just be kind to each other and check your assumptions at the door,” one student said. Freelance Reporter February 21, 2020
The Kirwan Commission recommends sane education policy. Hogan needs to listen. Maryland's inequitable education system needs reform. Liyanga de Silva February 20, 2020
Coronavirus is scary — but it shouldn’t be an excuse for xenophobia People fear the unknown more than coronavirus. We must challenge our biases. Liyanga de Silva February 6, 2020
Prosecutors rest their case in Urbanski trial after showing racist memes from his phone He's charged with murder and a hate crime in the stabbing of 2nd Lt. Richard Collins. Diamondback Staff December 16, 2019
“A symbol of love”: Collins family supporters gather at trial with buttons and t-shirts The judge had to tell a packed courtroom Wednesday that symbols supporting one side or another weren't permitted. Diamondback Staff December 12, 2019
Judge asks potential jurors about racism, alcoholism on first day of Sean Urbanski trial Urbanski is charged with murder and a hate crime in the killing of 2nd Lt. Richard Collins. Angela Roberts December 9, 2019
At emotional forum, black students and staff criticize UMD’s diversity and inclusion VP The vice president has made changes to the Nyumburu Cultural Center, a hub of black student life. Jillian Atelsek December 6, 2019
You should defend your principles. Cause a scene at Thanksgiving. Don't keep the peace just because they're your family. Liyanga de Silva November 21, 2019
There’s no educational benefit to repeating racial slurs in the classroom Why do some professors still use racial slurs in educational settings? Lexie Werner November 12, 2019