An English major reflects on the increasing decline in enrollment I get someone’s concern when I tell them I chose to major in English. Sofia Appolonio April 14, 2023
Black researchers at UMD advocate for representation, mentorship Black researchers at this university are opening new paths for Black students by showing them the options available to them. Olivia Nicholson February 28, 2023
UMD CMNS college receives $500k grant to improve introductory classes The grant was awarded to over 100 other colleges and universities in the country from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. Ilana Williams December 12, 2022
Fire and Life Safety Ecosystem Symposium highlights gaps in fire safety research The event was organized by James Milke, the chair of UMD's fire engineering program. Freelance Reporter October 3, 2022
UMD student’s novel shows art and science don’t need to be separate ‘The Beautiful Math of Coral’ explores the relationship of STEM and the arts to the human experience. Emily Davies September 21, 2022
UMD student builds platform to celebrate Black womxn in STEM Bryana Rowley's Black STEMpowerment platform amplifies voices of Black womxn and offers a unique sense of community. Victoria Stavish March 14, 2022
UMD students can now major in fermentation science The major includes foundational STEM classes and courses in nutrition and food science, technical writing and biochemistry. Christine Zhu November 2, 2021
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. Khushboo Rathore October 7, 2021
UMD leads multi-institutional quantum research institute, aims to boost diversity in STEM The institute was funded by a $25 million five-year grant from the National Science Foundation. Anaya Truss-Williams September 27, 2021
STEM and civics are intertwined. Education must reflect this. People who work in STEM need to be more involved with bureaucratic and political decisions. Jessica Ye May 2, 2021