Petition demands more support for UMD African American Studies Department Thousands have signed on, joining the call begun by a doctoral student. Jonathan Tercasio June 25, 2020
College Park-UMD Metro stop to reopen Sunday This stop is one of 15 that will open at the start of next week, after a three-month shutdown. Chloe Goldberg June 23, 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
PGPD responds to armed robbery near College Park Volunteer Fire Department Two armed men entered an establishment and demanded property. Madison Peek May 29, 2020
College Park City Council approves aid programs for businesses, residents amid COVID-19 The council is planning for these programs to be partially funded by the CARES Act. Clara Niel May 27, 2020
What it’s like to defend a dissertation in the age of COVID-19 So far, 160 UMD students have defended their dissertations virtually. Clara Longo de Freitas May 8, 2020
Students, local bars share concerns over how going out on Route One will change this fall Bars may implement precautions such as limiting the number of tables and people allowed in at one time. Kanika Mehra May 5, 2020
T-shirts, face masks and fanny packs: How a UMD alumna’s business is fighting the pandemic Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan wore a mask from Route One Apparel at a press conference last month. Jonathan Tercasio May 3, 2020
Route 1 Mask Match recruits volunteers to sew, distribute face coverings for those in need The group has already delivered nearly 60 masks and received over 850 requests. Jonathan Tercasio April 20, 2020
College Park City Council voices support for Old Leonardtown housing complex demolition The apartment buildings have become too expensive to maintain as of late, the city's park and planning director said. Angela Mecca April 15, 2020