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
UMD SGA announces candidates, parties set to compete in this year’s elections In all, 61 students are running for executive and legislative positions on the body. Amanda Hernández April 7, 2020
GoFundMe pages for these two local restaurants are raising funds for employees Banana Blossom Bistro and Taqueria Habanero both have donation pages. Eric Neugeboren April 5, 2020
College Park residents face anxiety, financial uncertainty as COVID-19 spreads Facing lost income and seismic changes to their daily routines, College Park residents hold out for better times. Eric Neugeboren April 1, 2020
UMD students will have free access to virtual textbooks for the rest of the semester The service will be provided until May 25. Kanika Mehra March 29, 2020
Small businesses in College Park struggle through coronavirus pandemic The Board and Brew and Vigilante Coffee are among the small businesses hit hard so far. Jonathan Tercasio March 28, 2020