University of Maryland received two-thirds of patents granted to USM schools in 2016 The University System of Maryland was ranked 27th on a list of the most US patents granted among universities worldwide. Freelance Reporter 1 day ago
May is officially Bicycle Month in College Park The city plans to host a variety of bike-related events to celebrate May as Bicycle Month. Freelance Reporter May 9
Terrapin Row is getting a new build-your-own-style Korean restaurant Customers can choose to make their own korritos, bibimap-styled rice bowls, street tacos or salads. Freelance Reporter May 8
UMD students’ plan to redesign area behind dining hall takes second in EPA contest The university will look into implementing the group's redesign for the space. Freelance Reporter May 4
Local transit app Moovit now offers UMD campus routes Students from this university's geography club mapped out the routes during Maryland Day. Freelance Reporter May 4
UMD students transcribe diary of former slave owner during Civil War The students hope their transcriptions will be used for future research. Freelance Reporter May 3
UMD students in ACES program identify weaknesses in university’s computer system The students do not have access to this university's entire WAN system, but they can view what the average hacker would be able to see. Freelance Reporter May 1
From uniting redheads to hosting nerf games, UMD clubs span many interests With more than 800 student organizations, this university offers a variety of clubs for unique interests. Freelance Reporter May 1
UMD students partner with local high-schoolers to create performance pieces about fear Many of the high-schoolers' performances focused on their fears surrounding the Trump administration. Freelance Reporter May 1
College Park residents will soon be able to ride bikes to D.C. using a new bikeshare program The program could replace mBike when the contract expires in 2019. Freelance Reporter April 28
Tim Robinson is one of comedy’s most unique voices The 'Detroiters' comedian and writer creates characters that live in worlds of their own. Freelance Reporter April 28
College Park officially recognizes Arbor Day and dedicates a week to children’s mental health Arbor Day will be celebrated on April 26 and the first week of May will be recognized for children's mental health. Freelance Reporter April 25
UMD Great Strides walk raises close to $30,000 for cystic fibrosis research One student raised almost half the donation money himself. Freelance Reporter April 24
Politicians are a popular choice for commencement speakers, but UMD got a former MLB player Former Vice President Joe Biden is speaking at Morgan State University. Freelance Reporter April 21
Soulfull Project founder speaks to students about giving back — one cup of cereal at a time The closest location selling the company's product is located in Lanham, Maryland. Freelance Reporter April 21
UMD Greek life hosts discussion on campus sexism One student says she's experienced sexism in her classes. Freelance Reporter April 20
UMD Students express their individuality with portraits in Dear World project Four of the 200 portraits were showcased in a lecture-style exhibition in Hoff Theater. Freelance Reporter April 20
It’s 4/20 and UMD students want to tell you why weed should be legal Get ready for live music and tie-dyeing T-shirts. Freelance Reporter April 20
Famous French explorer speaks to UMD students about ocean preservation Jean-Michel Cousteau's 3-D film on ocean preservation will premiere Cannes Film Festival next month. Freelance Reporter April 19
Traffic and crime remain concerns for College Park residents, survey finds But more than 70 percent of surveyed residents said they'd recommend living here. Freelance Reporter April 19
