UMD students call for better security in Microbiology Building

By Lucy Hubbard Students are expressing concerns after a recent theft in the microbiology building revealed crucial gaps in campus security. On the afternoon of Sept. 27, junior public health science major Amber Stewart arrived early to her lab and attempted to secure her belongings before heading into the classroom. After completing her lab, however, she returned to an empty locker. Someone had picked the … Continue reading UMD students call for better security in Microbiology Building

“Sketch Outdoors, Sketch from Life” class helps UMD students become one with their art

By Allison Seidel As the stress of midterms and projects continues to increase across the University of Maryland campus, one thing has kept students calm: the art of sketching.  Artist Ikumi Kayama teaches a sketching class at Stamp every Thursday from 4:30-6:00 p.m. this semester. The class includes sketching objects and  various locations that showcase the campus’ natural beauty. Last week, the location was Hornbake … Continue reading “Sketch Outdoors, Sketch from Life” class helps UMD students become one with their art

“Don’t Worry Darling” leaves something to be desired

By Kara Thompson “Don’t Worry Darling” had the potential to be one of the best films of 2022; with Olivia Wilde directing, an intriguing story and a star-studded cast including Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, Chris Pine, Gemma Chan and Nick Kroll. But rumors of tension among the cast and crew and a whirlwind of controversies following the premiere may have overshadowed the movie itself. During … Continue reading “Don’t Worry Darling” leaves something to be desired

UMD Jewish organizations hold celebrations throughout Hanukkah

By Ceoli Jacoby The Jewish community at the University of Maryland gathered together each night from Nov. 28 and Dec. 5 to celebrate Hanukkah, the eight-day festival of lights. The festival commemorates a successful revolt by the Maccabees, a group of Jewish rebels who reclaimed Judea from the Seleucid Empire in the second century BCE.  Under Hellinistic rule, the Holy Temple in Jerusalem was desecrated. … Continue reading UMD Jewish organizations hold celebrations throughout Hanukkah

Queer Open Mic Night offers safe space for LGBTQ artistic expression

By Ceoli Jacoby On the evening of Nov. 16, LGBTQ students and their allies gathered in the Stamp Student Union North Atrium for the Office of Multicultural Involvement & Community Advocacy’s annual Queer Open Mic Night — an event where comedians, poets, musicians and artists feel free to share what is often their most intimate content in a supportive and inclusive space. Julia Parker is … Continue reading Queer Open Mic Night offers safe space for LGBTQ artistic expression

New city manager begins tenure with College Park

By Ceoli Jacoby Kenneth Young began his tenure with the City of College Park Sept. 27, becoming the first person of color to head the Office of the City Manager.  Young took over for assistant city manager Bill Gardiner, who had served as interim city manager since the resignation of Scott Somers in December 2020. “[Young] has great success leading public organizations and will help … Continue reading New city manager begins tenure with College Park

Meet the TerpsEXCEED Class of 2023

By Ceoli Jacoby Zach McKay, 25, and Hari Kannan, 19, have already accomplished plenty in their young lives. Zach is a decorated Special Olympian representing Team Maryland, a longtime employee at Jim Coleman Honda and was voted “Most Likely to Make you Smile” by his graduating class at Marriotts Ridge High School. Hari serves as a board member of the Down Syndrome Network of Montgomery … Continue reading Meet the TerpsEXCEED Class of 2023

Hybrid Israel Fest commemorates 73 years of Israeli independence

By Ceoli Jacoby Last week, several student groups under the Maryland Hillel umbrella took part in a hybrid version of Israel Fest — an annual ode to Israeli culture which, in pre-pandemic years, was marked by camel rides and a smattering of blue-and-white flags on McKeldin Mall.  The week-long event began April 9 with an Israel-inspired Shabbat dinner: the festive meal which ushers in the … Continue reading Hybrid Israel Fest commemorates 73 years of Israeli independence

Maryland General Assembly on track to pass Hunger-Free Campus legislation

By Ceoli Jacoby Student groups from colleges and universities across the state are voicing support for new legislation that would establish a grant program to combat food insecurity on campuses.  The Hunger-Free Campus Grant Program would allocate $150,000 in state funds to be put towards hiring staff to connect students with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), creating a swipe-sharing system for students with meal … Continue reading Maryland General Assembly on track to pass Hunger-Free Campus legislation

Playing by different rules – how Greek Life gets away with COVID noncompliance

By Ceoli Jacoby As the university returns to pseudo-normalcy following last month’s sequester-in-place order, many students are pointing fingers at Greek life as a significant source of COVID-19 spread.  Over the past two weeks, redditors flooded r/UMD with their takes on the matter – one user sparked a 92-comment debate under his post, titled “Fraternity member here: we ARE the problem.” Another post, declaring “Greek … Continue reading Playing by different rules – how Greek Life gets away with COVID noncompliance