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UMD AMSAW president shares her passion for community and culture

By Aicha BangouraAttending one of the nation’s top public universities – ranked number 17 by U.S. News this year – often means that student’s feel the need to take a break. For Hadia Malik, a junior majoring in architecture at the University of Maryland, stepping back has never been an option.   Malik, whose family originates from Pakistan, comes from a background rooted in education. Her … Continue reading UMD AMSAW president shares her passion for community and culture

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UMD students share their views on the dorm experience

By Michael Murphy Although freshmen at the University of Maryland have little say in where they reside during their first year, there is a hefty debate over which residence halls maintain a top-tier ranking.  With recently constructed dorms like Pyon-Chen and Johnson-Whittle, students are getting a luxurious living experience. However, others who reside in older dorms, such as Ellicott and Hagerstown, face challenges including lack … Continue reading UMD students share their views on the dorm experience

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SGA student body president shares her journey to current role

By Molecule Jongwilai Growing up traveling and participating in various communities, Reese Artero learned about different languages, religions and cultures, with her parents trying to immerse her in individual ways of life as someone coming from Guam. These experiences motivated her interest in advocacy work as a way to understand and embrace people with different perspectives. Artero, the current SGA student body president, touched on … Continue reading SGA student body president shares her journey to current role

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Latina Pathways’ First Generation Student Mixer creates a student community

By Angelina Nunez Latina Pathways hosted their First-Generation Student Mixer at Stamp Student Union on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The event brimmed with music, food, dancing and games. Latina Pathways is a non-profit student-led organization that aims to empower Latine immigrants in higher education. The group hosts many fundraising events throughout the year, including at least seven this semester.  The profits from the fundraisers go toward … Continue reading Latina Pathways’ First Generation Student Mixer creates a student community

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UMD community celebrates the completion of phase one of construction on Route 1 

By Bella DeCrescenzo College Park officials and residents gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony Saturday morning on Fraternity Row to celebrate the end of phase one of the U.S. 1 College Park Improvement Project. The ribbon, placed next to a U.S. Route 1 crosswalk, was cut by Maryland officials who worked to see the completion of the improvement project. The ceremony was accompanied by the … Continue reading UMD community celebrates the completion of phase one of construction on Route 1 

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D.C. punk-rock band Luuna proves local scene is still alive

By Vada Mercer Featuring the talents of four D.C. locals, the punk-rock band Luuna has a sound they describe as “an extension of [their] soul.” A 13 year-old Melvin Garcia-Fuentes was experiencing a mental health crisis when he picked up the electric guitar. Without the instrument, he said, he wouldn’t be here today. Now, he is the vocalist and lead guitarist of Luuna. In October … Continue reading D.C. punk-rock band Luuna proves local scene is still alive

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Mavis Staples makes her way to College Park after more than a decade

By Aicha Bangoura Longtime singer and civil rights activist Mavis Staples made her return to the University of Maryland last Friday night, to perform for the second time since 2013. Since the 1960s, Staples has left an international imprint both on and offstage, as the youngest member of her musical family, The Staple Singers. She took to the stage at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts … Continue reading Mavis Staples makes her way to College Park after more than a decade

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Fun activities for winter break to destress and enjoy

By Ela Jalil Many University of Maryland students are breathing a sigh of relief after finals have ended. No more dining hall food, communal showers and walking up Stamp Hill to get from place to place for the next five weeks.  But this also leaves a large block of time to fill, and the transition away from fast-paced college life can be difficult for a … Continue reading Fun activities for winter break to destress and enjoy

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Student organizations turn tradition into giving back to the community

By Ela Jalil Taking a selfie with President Pines and getting a turtle pin. Running through the ODK fountain. Dancing under the Maryland flag in the student section of games. All of these are treasured traditions at the University of Maryland, but one that sticks in the minds of students during finals season is leaving sacrifices to Testudo, the beloved UMD mascot.  The Graduate Student … Continue reading Student organizations turn tradition into giving back to the community

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Sketchup Comedy club promises entertainment for all

By Ela Jalil “A roof roof Sketchup, aroof roof Sketchup” These words (or barks) start and end every show that the UMD Sketchup comedy club has, and is a term of endearment to new members. After 27 years, Sketchup continues to promise carefully crafted sketches aimed at entertaining their audience.  The University of Maryland might not be considered an arts school by many, but the … Continue reading Sketchup Comedy club promises entertainment for all

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