A $1.4 billion proposal from Gov. Hogan could soften the pandemic’s blow to the USM budget
The support would allow USM to limit the rise of in-state tuition to 2 percent.
USM university presidents promote COVID-19 vaccine in video presentation
The aim of the campaign was to increase vaccine credibility and participation.
Maryland lawmakers and USM employees speak on collective bargaining bill at hearing
The bill would allow a union representing multiple institutions to negotiate a “master agreement” with the system.
UMD community members can now submit requests to change or remove campus building names
Some are focused on renaming Francis Scott Key Hall, Charles Hall, Calvert Hall and Eppley Recreation Center.
USM committee addresses controversial building names in new policy revisions
The changes will be held to a vote with the full Board of Regents.
Workers call for improved COVID-19 guidelines across USM institutions in state hearing
“We’re happy and eager to have discussions," the system's chancellor said.
Maryland state delegate plans to introduce bill separating HBCUs from USM
The bill's supporters assert the university system has failed HBCUs in the past.
USM braces for $500 million COVID-19 budget cut, potential layoffs
The system acknowledged that “nearly every source” of its revenue will fall in the coming year.
When there’s a COVID-19 outbreak at UMD, blame the administration
OUR VIEW: If there’s an outbreak on campus, it’s not students' fault — it’s UMD's.
USM Chancellor Jay Perman stands behind in-person start, but with an exit route
“[Students] need the campus environment as much as they need our courses.”