UMD dorms to close April 5, students must schedule move-out slot Move-out can begin March 27. Eric Neugeboren March 19, 2020
UMD cancels in-person graduation ceremonies, classes this semester The announcement comes after Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan's recommendation Thursday morning. Eric Neugeboren March 19, 2020
Gov. Hogan advising all public Maryland universities to finish semesters online Campuses should remain open, he said. Andy Kostka March 19, 2020
UMD health center stops accepting walk-in appointments The center also suspended online appointment scheduling. Angela Roberts March 18, 2020
College Park City Council conferences virtually amid coronavirus pandemic It's part of the city’s latest efforts to encourage “social distancing” to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Angela Mecca March 18, 2020
UMD union frustrated over late communication to staff expected to report to campus Union leadership says it's still waiting for a list of the employees the university is asking to come in. Angela Roberts March 18, 2020
Community members offer rides, lodging and more to UMD students in need amid pandemic Twenty-four people signed up to help students in need. Diamondback Staff March 17, 2020
Some students with weakened immune systems are concerned about UMD’s response to COVID-19 Coronavirus disproportionately affects older populations and people with weakened immune systems, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Eric Neugeboren March 17, 2020
K-pop on campus: UMD’s best kept secret and the stigma that comes with it At UMD, K-pop dance groups are burgeoning, but fans of the genre say there’s a hurtful stereotype that follows them. Iris Vukmanovic March 17, 2020
UMD’s Stamp, Eppley to shut down as coronavirus cases rise in Maryland Both were previously set to be operating on a limited schedule during the extended break. Angela Roberts March 17, 2020