UMD counseling center braces for uptick in students seeking help during COVID-19 pandemic Although the center hasn't seen an increase in calls yet, its director says he's been monitoring the volume. Luciana Perez-Uribe April 8, 2020
White House declares Prince George’s County a COVID-19 hotspot The designation means the county needs “urgent federal attention,” Gov. Larry Hogan said. Matt McDonald April 8, 2020
UMD extends telework guidance for employees until after April 10 “We want you to stay home, telework if you can, and practice social distancing," a message from human resources said. Eric Neugeboren April 8, 2020
Daisy Grant to become The Diamondback’s next editor in chief The psychology major will be the first non-journalism major to take the paper's helm since 2006. Anastasia Marks April 8, 2020
As online classes begin, some UMD professors juggle teaching and parenting at home Professors stuck at home with kids say they're learning to balance their two roles. Jonathan Tercasio April 7, 2020
UMD SGA announces candidates, parties set to compete in this year’s elections In all, 61 students are running for executive and legislative positions on the body. Amanda Hernández April 7, 2020
UMD RHA narrowly passes bill to make the diversity and inclusion committee permanent The resolution passed with just one more vote than it needed. Kanika Mehra April 7, 2020
A distillery powered by UMD alumni has pivoted to producing hand sanitizer The Beltsville business is among hundreds across the U.S. making the move. Rina Torchinsky April 7, 2020
Tax issues surrounding international student pay prompts GSG to suggest exec board changes Students who are on F-1 visas can't work more than 20 hours per week when school is in session. Angela Roberts April 7, 2020
Empty shelves, carts piled high: College Park grocery stores in the time of coronavirus Grocery store employees have struggled to keep pace with surging demand as shoppers anxiously stock up on canned food, frozen vegetables, chicken and other products. Diamondback Staff April 7, 2020