Tag: systemic racism

Resorting to charging minors as adults in Maryland is counterproductive

Children are simply not equal to adults in terms of psychological development, leaving them more prone to peer pressure, poor decision-making and decreased impulse control.

Rohin Mishra
December 9, 2022

Students, faculty reflect on changes to diversity general education requirements

Under the changes, the diversity general education categories will be renamed and some coursework will pay more explicit attention to racism.

Nene Narh-Mensah
April 8, 2022

With pandemic exposing health disparities, Maryland launches health equity commission

The commission will give advice on issues of racial, ethnic, cultural or socioeconomic health disparities.

Auzinea Bacon
October 28, 2021

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.

Sofia Garay
April 15, 2021

“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.

Freelance Reporter
October 9, 2020

PGCPS tables proposal to eliminate school resource officers for a second time

The proposal will be discussed again in January.

Diamondback Staff
September 18, 2020

Incoming President Pines emphasizes solidarity amid COVID-19 and anti-racism protests

Pines will take over as president on July 1.

Eric Neugeboren
June 29, 2020

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.

Julia Nikhinson
June 29, 2020

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

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.

Rina Torchinsky
June 18, 2020