UMD DOTS, students paint crosswalks to raise awareness for pedestrian safety
Studies show painted crosswalks help drivers identify pedestrians and prevent accidents.
UMD DOTS to require registration for e-bikes and e-scooters
By Oct. 2, all privately-owned electric scooters and bicycles must be registered with DOTS or owners may see consequences, such as fines and booting.
UMD community members celebrate sustainability at Earth Fest
The event occurs annually on this university’s campus and aims to teach students about environmental justice and sustainability.
UMD shuttle bus hits pedestrian outside Wicomico Hall
The pedestrian was transported to a local trauma center with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
UMD DOTS applies for grant to fund electric buses on campus
In 2021, university President Darryll Pines announced that the university was committed to having an all-electric vehicle fleet by 2035.
Complaints about micromobility infrastructure persist as UMD plans bike lane study
The goal is to study feasibility and determine other productive locations for bike lanes around the campus.
VeoRide has been expanding fleet around College Park with e-bikes
The e-bikes are designed to make it easier for riders of varying physical abilities to ride long distances comfortably.
UMD GSG urges DOTS to improve parking signage, ticketing process
GSG representatives explained that DOTS' existing parking regulation guidelines are confusing and lead to hefty fines.
“A decorative playground”: Explore the artwork from UMD DOTS’ Art Park
UMD DOTS hosts an art park for students to display their sustainable and prideful artwork.