Students for Liberty host conference at UMD on free speech and libertarianism Speakers emphasized the importance of thinking outside the box in all aspects of life. Freelance Reporter 6 hours ago
UMD Muslim advocacy group hosts event for immigrants to share their experiences The University of Maryland's Muslim Alliance for Social Change was founded in 2017. Freelance Reporter 2 days ago
UMD participates in fourth annual Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills Schools, businesses and other organizations all across the state of Maryland participated in the Great Shakeout drill. Freelance Reporter 3 days ago
College Park discusses possible styrofoam ban after county issued similar policy in 2016 Prince George's County issued a ban on the usage back in July 2016. Freelance Reporter 3 days ago
‘Spread Hummus, Not Hate’: Jewish and Muslim advocates rally at UMD for unity Members of the Greater Washington Muslim Jewish Forum also met with Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland). Freelance Reporter 5 days ago
CP mayor says The Hotel is a “game-changer,” but resident traffic concerns remain Both city council members and residents cited traffic as their main concern for the newly opened development. Freelance Reporter 5 days ago
“Keep the faith”: U.S. Rep. John Lewis speaks to UMD community The civil rights movement icon came to the Memorial Chapel to discuss his book and racial issues in the United States. Freelance Reporter October 13
LGBT+ students and allies at UMD have a new place to hang out LGBT+ students and allies can meet in the biology and psychology building's Rainbow Room every Thursday. Freelance Reporter October 12
Nonprofits host bowling fundraiser in College Park for disability employment Proceeds from the event will go toward funding adaptive and accessibility equipment. Freelance Reporter October 10
“Together we reclaim the night”: UMD PSA holds second Slut Walk More than 50 survivors, advocates and supporters marched down McKeldin Mall. Freelance Reporter October 8
UMD and local politicians hold first Hispanic Heritage Conference in the region Del. Carlo Sanchez (D-Prince George's) was one of the event's many speakers. Freelance Reporter October 2
PG County officials hope to create small donor matching program for local elections County officials discussed modeling a program similar to Montgomery County's. Freelance Reporter September 29
Two College Park City Council candidates are campaigning together Attendees discussed various issues with the candidates during the session including development, traffic and parking. Freelance Reporter October 1
City, state and UMD officials celebrate at MilkBoy ArtHouse before first live performance The venue's first live performance is "The Bitter Game" by Keith Wallace, playing Wednesday and Thursday at 8:00 p.m. Freelance Reporter September 27
UMD academic dishonesty cases have decreased, Student Conduct Committee says The number of academic dishonesty cases has decreased by 20 percent from 2015-16 to 2016-17. Freelance Reporter September 25
College Park’s Thirsty Thursdays will rotate restaurants each month Attendees were offered free wings and other specials. Freelance Reporter September 22
Terps Against Hunger partners with UMD religious groups to feed DC families The group packed 15,000 meals during the event Tuesday night. Freelance Reporter September 20
College Park City Council discusses goals for ongoing sustainability plan The city plans to install additional solar panels, bringing renewable energy to nearly 12.5 percent. Freelance Reporter September 19
Renowned social reformer Sri M speaks to UMD community on the importance of unity Attendees had the opportunity to ask about ways promote unity inside the classroom. Freelance Reporter September 18
Nearly three years after its creation, UMD Campus Pantry continues helping the food-insecure The program usually serves between 30 to 60 members of the university community each week. Freelance Reporter September 17
