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Professor Linda Steiner explores gender topics during a Distinguished Scholar-Teacher Lecture

By Ellie Jornlin University of Maryland students and faculty explored the difference between sex and gender on Nov. 21 as part of another installment of the Distinguished Scholar-Teacher Lecture Series.  The lecture series, sponsored by the University’s Office of the Senior Vice President and Provost, aims to recognize accomplished scholar-teachers and gives them a platform to share their own expertise with the campus. The 2024-2025 … Continue reading Professor Linda Steiner explores gender topics during a Distinguished Scholar-Teacher Lecture

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Kesem at UMD hosts Giving Tuesday Power Hour for free camps and programs

By Ashna Balroop The student-led chapter of Kesem at the University of Maryland hosted a Giving Tuesday Power Hour to raise critical funds for children affected by cancer.  Kesem is an organization dedicated to supporting children through and beyond their parents’ cancer with free, fun-filled, creative programs and camps. The UMD chapter hosted multiple fundraisers throughout Giving Tuesday, a day to inspire generosity around the … Continue reading Kesem at UMD hosts Giving Tuesday Power Hour for free camps and programs

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UMD students struggle to balance credible news with social media and paywalls

By Ellie Jornlin University of Maryland students and faculty recognize the necessity of consuming credible news as often as possible. Still, their willingness to turn to reliable news also depends on the outlet’s accessibility, ultimately increasing students’ susceptibility to social media.  In today’s fast-paced digital world, staying informed and up-to-date on current events is crucial for students as they live by themselves for the first … Continue reading UMD students struggle to balance credible news with social media and paywalls

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New initiative promotes multidisciplinary student competitions

By Anastasia Merkulova Representatives from xFoundry@UMD, an entrepreneurship program at the University of Maryland, introduced their 2026 Xperience program to students at the E.A. Fernandez IDEA Factory on Nov. 19.  The Xperience program is a competition composed of interdisciplinary teams to solve real-life challenges during a 15-month cycle. The winning team will receive anywhere from $250,000 to $2 million in investment money, according to the … Continue reading New initiative promotes multidisciplinary student competitions

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Bahá’í Chair for World Peace hosts symposium on gun violence

By Rebecca Parnass The Bahá’í Chair for World Peace hosted a symposium on processing and preventing gun violence in America on Nov. 12. The organization hosts several events during the school year, all focusing on how to make our world a better place. The symposium featured two speakers, professors Thomas Abt and Jaclyn Schildkraut. Abt is the founding director of the Center for the Study … Continue reading Bahá’í Chair for World Peace hosts symposium on gun violence

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Election season encourages students to join advocacy groups  

By Mackenzie Prince  Amidst the stress that comes with election season, University of Maryland students have reflected on their opinions and passions, and many have joined student advocacy organizations as a result. Campus advocacy clubs give students a platform to pursue their areas of interest, allowing them to feel like they are a part of a movement greater than themselves.  Kristina Chroneos, a freshman government … Continue reading Election season encourages students to join advocacy groups  

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UMD hosts multiple events for Native and Indigenous Heritage Month

By Anastasia Merkulova University of Maryland students and community members honored Native and Indigenous culture by painting plant pots in the Adele H. Stamp Student Union’s Studio A last Thursday. The University of Maryland’s Multicultural Involvement and Community Advocacy (MICA) Office is hosting various events throughout November to commemorate Native and Indigenous Heritage Month, the theme of which is “Back to Our Roots.” Thursday’s event, … Continue reading UMD hosts multiple events for Native and Indigenous Heritage Month

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UMD professors reflect on the work of artist Dewey Crumpler

By Alex Burke The David C. Driskell Center hosted a roundtable discussion on Art, Climate and Capital last Thursday as a part of the “Dewey Crumpler: Life Studies,” the artist’s first solo exhibition at the center, which debuted in September.  The panel on Nov. 7, featuring University of Maryland professors Antoine Banks, Joshua Shannon, Cy Keener and Sangeeta Ray, provided an in-depth look at Crumpler’s … Continue reading UMD professors reflect on the work of artist Dewey Crumpler

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Memorial Chapel serves multiple communities, especially as a wedding venue

By Mackenzie Prince  As school bells ring, wedding bells chime at the University of Maryland’s Memorial Chapel, serving as a ceremonial pillar for many couples in the area.  The Memorial Chapel was first created by four UMD students in 1952, hoping to host inter-denominational services. The chapel currently hosts 14 chaplaincies and identifies as an interfaith space where people of all religions can practice their … Continue reading Memorial Chapel serves multiple communities, especially as a wedding venue

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UMD students react diversely to the 2024 election results

By Ashna Balroop  University of Maryland students expressed fear, concern and optimism last week regarding the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.  Voting was held at the Adele H. Stamp Student Union from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Nov. 5, where students waited in long lines to cast their ballots. On that day, students also attended watch parties or feverishly spent hours refreshing online … Continue reading UMD students react diversely to the 2024 election results

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