Author: Cooper Fojas

Cooper is a junior journalism major at the University of Maryland, currently serving as the Multimedia Editor at SBS.
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Nutritionist Joy Bauer returns to her alma mater to share health and wellness advice

By Charlotte Ormond Excitement filled the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center Monday night as the aroma of delicious food drifted through the air. NBC’s “Today” personality Joy Bauer captivated a crowd of students and alumni with her cooking demonstration, interactive game show, impromptu “foodie” singalong and extensive nutrition and wellness advice. Maryland football head coach Mike Locksley and Boris Lushniak, the dean of the School … Continue reading Nutritionist Joy Bauer returns to her alma mater to share health and wellness advice

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Should teachers be allowed to host Zoom classes on snow days?

By Mackenzie Prince  The University of Maryland announced the night before that its College Park campus would close on Feb. 12 due to inclement weather. All classes were canceled, and only weather-essential employees, such as dining hall staff, were required to report.  However, some students, like freshman biology major Sydney Zimmerman, were still encouraged to participate in online instruction via Zoom.  “My chemistry teacher said … Continue reading Should teachers be allowed to host Zoom classes on snow days?

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UMD students shop Cyber Monday deals before finals

By Ellie Jornlin As students at the University of Maryland prepare for exam season, many are finding ways to de-stress through shopping on Cyber Monday.  The annual online shopping event, which follows Black Friday, offers huge discounts on everything from clothing to electronics. The event gives students a chance to buy gifts for loved ones or something for themselves before the holiday season approaches.  For … Continue reading UMD students shop Cyber Monday deals before finals

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Students decorate ornaments to de-stress during finals season and get ready for break

By Anastasia Merkulova University of Maryland students took a break during finals season as they decorated ornaments while listening to holiday music and drinking hot chocolate in the Adele H. Stamp Student Union’s Atrium room Tuesday night. UMD’s Student Entertainment Events (SEE) hosted a holiday ornament decorating and card-making event for students to enjoy a festive activity before going home for winter break.  Cade McDonald, … Continue reading Students decorate ornaments to de-stress during finals season and get ready for break

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Students share their families’ Thanksgiving food traditions

By Rebecca Parnass Thanksgiving is a day to celebrate friends, family and the past year. People gather with their loved ones to eat, drink and express gratitude. Different families celebrate Thanksgiving in different ways, with dishes that represent their culture and traditions. For sophomore animal sciences major Alyssa Dimitrievski, her family is composed of many cultures and traditions—all worth celebrating. “My dad is Macedonian, so … Continue reading Students share their families’ Thanksgiving food traditions

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UMD Thanksgiving break commences

By Mackenzie Prince Thanksgiving break begins Wednesday, Nov. 27 for University of Maryland students, staff and faculty. This will be the university’s second academic break of the semester, following Labor Day earlier in the term. Many UMD students are looking forward to a break from classes, like Melina Mercado, a freshman biology major from Maryland. “Though I am lucky enough to visit home as often … Continue reading UMD Thanksgiving break commences

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Contemporary Art Tour highlights student-curated collections

By Niamh Gray A diverse group of students, faculty and visitors gathered in the Gallery inside the Adele H. Stamp Student Union Friday for a special noon tour showcasing contemporary art pieces selected through the University of Maryland’s Contemporary Art Purchasing Program (CAPP). The tour is a monthly event that offers an in-depth look at some of the 70 contemporary works displayed inside Stamp, which … Continue reading Contemporary Art Tour highlights student-curated collections

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AGNR’s 2024 Cornerstone Event visualizes a future without hunger

By Alex Burke The University of Maryland’s College of Agricultural and Natural Resources (AGNR) hosted its sixth annual Cornerstone Event Tuesday at Stamp Student Union, focusing on how U.S. agricultural research can address global food challenges. This year’s keynote speaker, Ruben Echeverria, senior advisor for agricultural development at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and director general emeritus of the International Center for Tropical Agriculture, … Continue reading AGNR’s 2024 Cornerstone Event visualizes a future without hunger

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Should UMD students have free MetroCards?

By Samantha Cohen Only a Metro ride away from the University of Maryland’s campus is Washington, D.C., where many students take advantage of various job and internship opportunities. Some students find it inconvenient to pay for their MetroCards each way, while others do not mind the small fee.  According to the UMD Department of Transportation Services (DOTS), The Washington Metropolitan Area Transportation Authority (WMATA) operates … Continue reading Should UMD students have free MetroCards?

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‘The Year of Women’s Sports’: 19th Annual Povich Symposium Explores How the Game is Changing

By Alex Burke The Shirley Povich Center for Sports Journalism at the University of Maryland’s Philip Merrill College of Journalism held its 19th annual Povich Symposium Tuesday at the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center. This year’s topic was “The Year of Women’s Sports,” and celebrated a transformative year for women in professional sports. The symposium featured two panels. The first, “Changing the Business of Women’s … Continue reading ‘The Year of Women’s Sports’: 19th Annual Povich Symposium Explores How the Game is Changing

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