This year’s SGA election ballot will include a question about Francis Scott Key
The question will be on the ballot during SGA elections, which will take place next week.
“Know Your Rights” workshop discusses racial injustice and interactions with police
The goal of the program was to educate young adults on their constitutional rights and how to handle encounters with law enforcement.
PGCPS tables proposal to eliminate school resource officers for a second time
The proposal will be discussed again in January.
Incoming President Pines emphasizes solidarity amid COVID-19 and anti-racism protests
Pines will take over as president on July 1.
In Silver Spring, hundreds marched for Black Lives in a protest powered by UMD alumni
About 200 people gathered in front of the city’s Civic Center to show solidarity with the Black community.
Petition demands more support for UMD African American Studies Department
Thousands have signed on, joining the call begun by a doctoral student.
Prince George’s County Police chief resigns after allegations of racism in the department
A 94-page report released Thursday alleged that the department was entrenched in systemic racism.
UMD professors discuss racism on campus, consider policing reform at town hall
“Stop writing statements and sending out ‘thoughts and prayers,’” one asked of the university.
Systemic racism has plagued this College Park neighborhood. Now, the council apologizes.
The council unanimously passed a resolution Tuesday night acknowledging the systemic and structural racism in the city.
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.