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. Clara Niel June 10, 2020
Fewer PG County residents sought protective orders during stay-at-home order, data shows Experts say this trend isn't reassuring. Madison Peek June 10, 2020
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. Jonathan Tercasio June 8, 2020
Students are flocking to virtual summer classes amid the pandemic The business school saw the highest increase in summer class enrollment per class, according to a Diamondback analysis. Brent Abel June 6, 2020
UMD refers those involved in post mocking George Floyd’s death to Student Conduct Office Floyd died after a Minnesota officer pressed his knee on his neck for almost nine minutes. Angela Roberts June 6, 2020
At town hall, UMD black community members vent anger after George Floyd’s death The Nyumburu Cultural Center and Black Faculty and Staff Association led the event. Angela Roberts June 5, 2020
UMD to offer leave Monday to employees who wish to take time to mourn George Floyd George Floyd was remembered Thursday at a Minneapolis memorial service. Angela Roberts June 5, 2020
UMD students and alumni organize supply drive for D.C. protesters The team is collecting items such as first aid kits, goggles, hand sanitizer and bottled water. Rina Torchinsky June 5, 2020
“Still fighting”: Black UMD students add their voices to protests against police brutality “I’m exhausted that in the year 2020, black people, we’re still fighting to prove that our lives matter,” one student said. Diamondback Staff June 4, 2020
Mckayla Wilkes, whose campaign was powered by UMD students, loses race for District 5 seat The progressive candidate received 17 percent of the vote. Kanika Mehra June 3, 2020