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
State officials working to refund students for weeks of room and board The Board of Regents held a virtual meeting Monday to discuss COVID-19. Diamondback Staff March 16, 2020
UMD should prepare to extend spring break by two weeks and hold classes online, system says UMD has yet to formally announce its plans. Rina Torchinsky March 10, 2020
A new UMD major focuses on the development of Christianity, Judaism and Islam The degree program is housed under the Jewish Studies department. Chloe Goldberg February 27, 2020
For the first time, UMD students can declare a minor in disability studies It's the culmination of a years-long effort. Chloe Goldberg February 21, 2020
At emotional hearing, father of Jordan McNair testifies for bill named after son The proposed legislation would create a council to advise the University System of Maryland on student-athlete concerns. Matt McDonald February 19, 2020
Engineering school dean Darryll Pines will be UMD’s next president The University System of Maryland announced Wednesday that Darryll Pines would take over the role. Leah Brennan February 12, 2020
Report finds UMD’s adenovirus response met protocol, but communication could be improved The report comes nearly a year after freshman Olivia Paregol died from complications of the virus. Diamondback Staff November 13, 2019
UMB President named University System chancellor Jay Perman comes into the position following a year of heated controversy enveloping the Board of Regents. Carmen Molina Acosta November 8, 2019
A UMD Senate committee is working toward a new parental leave policy The senate is working to solidify recommendations for a formal policy by February. Maria Trovato October 15, 2019