Studying abroad: The experience of a residential tourist
Studying abroad seemed like a dream as the coronavirus pandemic stretched on and on — and then on some more — but it certainly made finally getting to go all the more exciting.
After backlash, UMD adjusts COVID-19 travel policy for club sports
Under the updated policy, teams competing against players from a school without a vaccine mandate must get tested for COVID-19.
UMD club sports prohibited from playing against schools with no vaccine mandate
The restrictions have upended seasons and frustrated students.
The U.S. should require vaccines to enter the country
With the delta variant increasing COVID-19 cases, the U.S. could help ensure safer travel through a vaccine requirement.
UMD cancels fall study abroad programs in Spain, United Kingdom
The announcement comes after the U.S. issued a "Do Not Travel" advisory for the U.K. due to COVID-19.
UMD plans to move forward with many in-person fall study abroad programs
The Education Abroad team also plans to add additional study abroad programs for winter, spring and spring break 2022.
Administration should prioritize on-campus needs before restarting study abroad
We’re still in the middle of a pandemic. UMD shouldn’t be sending students abroad.
UMD international students feel stranded as COVID-19 devastates their home countries
As the coronavirus spreads, some international students aren't returning home.