Tag: usm

Maryland union members attend USM Board of Regents meeting to support workers’ rights

The push comes after university system Chancellor Jay Perman in September said government funding cuts are harming public universities and could lead to layoffs.

Lillian Glaros
November 4, 2025

USM chancellor warns budget cuts endanger Maryland universities, could cause layoffs

Jay Perman said federal reduction in financial aid, federal grants and international student funding has worsened the impact of state cuts.

Pera Onal
September 24, 2025

UMD tuition, mandatory fees to increase after USM budget passes

This university sought the tuition increase after it learned of funding cuts during the budget preparation process.

Katherine Schutzman
June 13, 2025

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.

Amelia Twyman
May 14, 2025

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.

Stella Canino
April 11, 2025

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.

Stella Canino
April 11, 2025

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.

Oliver Mack
April 8, 2025

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.

Amelia Twyman
April 3, 2025

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.

Lillian Glaros
March 21, 2025

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.

Oliver Mack
February 21, 2025