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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
Mckayla Wilkes, whose campaign was powered by UMD students, loses race for District 5 seat
The progressive candidate received 17 percent of the vote.
Dozens gather at UMD vigil for beloved African American Studies professor Jonathan England
Students remembered England as a mentor and devoted ally.
UMD needs to act on its commitment to the black community
OUR VIEW: This editorial board stands with the black community and with those protesting systemic racism.
Commencement in quarantine: How these UMD students celebrated their virtual graduation
Without an in-person graduation ceremony, some members of the class of 2020 found other ways to celebrate.
UMD President Wallace Loh announces preliminary plans to “de-densify” campus in the fall
The statement comes as Prince George's County gears up to reopen on June 1.