Affirmative action is under attack from the Trump administration. Colleges must fight back. Affirmative action is imperfect, but it's the best tool we have right now. Laura Phillips-Alvarez October 22, 2020
Abortion case tried in Greenbelt marks first in Supreme Court since RBG’s death UMD students and professors discussed reproductive rights in wake of justice's death. Anaya Truss-Williams October 15, 2020
What Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death means for the fabric of democracy “Justice, justice, thou shalt pursue.” Lexi Gopin September 23, 2020
Reflecting on Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s feminist legacy How Ruth Bader Ginsburg's career made her a true feminist icon. Allison Cochrane September 23, 2020
Who can replace Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg on the Supreme Court? Editorial cartoon by Haoran Li. Haoran Li September 20, 2020
College Park Council weighs in on Supreme Court case regarding LGBTQ discrimination More than 15 people attended the emotionally charged meeting. Clara Niel August 12, 2020
Trump administration announces it won’t accept new DACA recipients There are approximately 120 University of Maryland students under the program. Amanda Hernández July 29, 2020
“There’s hope”: How a DACA recipient journeyed to UMD — and is fighting for a better life Brandon traveled to the U.S. from El Salvador with a coyote when he was 9 years old. Amanda Hernández July 24, 2020
UMD’s undocumented students need support, not empty gestures OUR VIEW: UMD says it stands with undocumented students, but it hasn't done enough to support them. Diamondback Editorial Board June 26, 2020
Supreme Court rules against Trump’s plans to undo DACA, protecting 120 UMD Dreamers UMD President Wallace Loh urged the passage of the American Dream and Promise Act. Lyna Bentahar June 19, 2020