Take a look at how USM operates, influences UMD
The University System of Maryland, formed in 1988, is made up of 12 public universities, three regional higher education centers and a system office.
USM backs lawsuit to stop student visa cancellations
The lawsuit comes after colleges across the country have reported that international students have had their legal status unexpectedly terminated. Some University of Maryland international students have had their visas revoked.
UMD prepares 2026 working budget amid USM funding cuts
This university issued guidance to colleges and units to slow or reduce spending as it determines the impacts on the state funding cuts to its 2026 budget.
Maryland legislature finalizes budget plan that reduces USM funding by $155 million
The Maryland Senate and House of Delegates approved the plan during the last day of its legislative session on Monday.
Experts weigh in on how dismantling the education department could impact UMD
Trump signed an order directing education secretary Linda McMahon to close the department and redistribute its functions to state and local governments.
UMD tightens hiring guidelines amid Maryland budget deficit
The measures come as Maryland faces a $2.7 billion deficit. Gov. Wes Moore’s budget proposal includes $111 million in budget cuts to the University System of Maryland.
UMD community members say proposed USM budget cuts could harm students
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget would reduce funding for the university system by $111 million.
A look at how UMD manages its endowment
This university’s SGA is expected to discuss a resolution calling on the University System of Maryland Foundation to divest from certain companies.
ACLU backs Students for Justice in Palestine chapter’s lawsuit against UMD, USM
The lawsuit argues the university violated students’ free speech and First Amendment rights by restricting campus events on Oct. 7.
Students for Justice in Palestine chapter sues UMD, USM for Oct. 7 event restrictions
The lawsuit, filed Tuesday in the U.S. District Court of Maryland, said the defendants violated students’ First Amendment rights.