PG County Executive Rushern Baker will run for governor Baker joins two other Democratic candidates who are challenging Republic Gov. Larry Hogan. Leah Brennan 5 days ago
Non-citizens may soon be able to vote in College Park elections The public hearing for the amendment has been scheduled for July 11. Leah Brennan June 15
Some College Park residents are concerned about a rise in overall city property taxes The College Park City Council approved its fiscal year 2018 budget at its May 23 meeting. Leah Brennan May 31
UMD plans to add plagiarism detection software to Canvas this fall Division of Information Technology plans for a soft launch of the technology during the summer semester. Leah Brennan May 12
UMD GSG is pushing to review $125 international student fee before its rollout in the fall The fee revenues aim to expedite visa assistance and improve academic resources to increase support for international students. Leah Brennan May 12
UMD GSG adopts resolution to allocate leftover funds from its budget The assembly will vote on ideas for the remaining money at its June assembly meeting. Leah Brennan May 8
UMD students’ May Day march to present administration with demands sees low turnout The nine demands included calling on the administration to declare this university a sanctuary campus and to denounce hateful speech. Leah Brennan May 8
Seven UMD student groups will march to administration building on ‘May Day of Action’ The groups hope to present a list of at least nine demands to a member of the university administration. Leah Brennan April 28
North Campus carnival featured raffles, ladder climb and a mechanical bull The second annual carnival attracted about 500 participants to La Plata Beach Friday. Leah Brennan April 24
Metro could supply free WiFi to 30 stations this year Free WiFi is already offered at six underground stations as part of a pilot program. Leah Brennan April 17
UMD RHA unanimously approves resolution to expand diversity and inclusion efforts The resolution urges this university's administration to develop a more "robust portal" of undocumented and minority resources. Leah Brennan April 12
UMD RHA Senate has chosen its leadership for the next academic year Dana Rodriguez and Tzvi Glazer were elected as president and vice president, respectively. Leah Brennan April 12
Maryland Media Inc. names Mina Haq as The Diamondback’s next editor in chief Haq is a junior journalism major and became involved at The Diamondback the fall of sophomore year. Leah Brennan April 6
RHA and Resident Life consider activity and date changes for UMD’s non-alcoholic tailgate The groups have hosted Terp Up For Game Day since the 2014-15 school year. Leah Brennan April 2
UMD RHA Senate votes to reduce the role of attorneys in student trials The RHA also voted on two other Code of Student Conduct-related proposals. Leah Brennan March 29
A UMD Naval ROTC member ranked as one of the best among U.S. seniors in her field She'll be headed to Japan this summer. Leah Brennan March 26
SGA could take action to support Chesapeake Bay cleanup after potential Trump budget cuts President Trump is proposing to cut Chesapeake Bay restoration funding from $73 million to $5 million. Leah Brennan March 15
This group shares University of Maryland workers’ stories, “Humans of New York” style The group wants to connect the campus community by highlighting its "unsung heroes." Leah Brennan March 15
Students voiced concerns about accessibility and inclusion on campus at an RHA town hall RHA town halls aim to provide a "direct line" from students to university officials. Leah Brennan March 8
UMD students will be able to choose a substance-free housing option for next semester Carroll Hall will pilot the program, which is aimed toward students who want to live in an alcohol- and drug-free environment. Leah Brennan March 5
