Author: Danielle Kiefer

Danielle Kiefer is a sophomore multiplatform journalism major at the University of Maryland, College Park. She has written articles for several campus publications, including pulsefeedz.com, Stories Beneath the Shell, and Unwind Magazine. On campus, she is a member of the Honors Humanities program, and is involved on the Terp Thon Planning Team. She currently serves on the general board of her sorority, Sigma Delta Tau.
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Public Health Without Borders hosts holiday fair to support global health projects

By Danielle Kiefer Public Health Without Borders (PHWB), a student group on campus, hosted a holiday fair Nov. 30 to raise funds and awareness for the School of Public Health. Public Health Without Borders works to improve global health needs by “reduc[ing] health disparities around the world and increas[ing] awareness about good health practices,” according to their website. At the holiday fair, students and faculty … Continue reading Public Health Without Borders hosts holiday fair to support global health projects

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UMD students step out of their comfort zones and explore the topic of mental health

By Danielle Kiefer Students gathered in the Maryland Food Co-op Nov. 17 to discuss something that not everyone is comfortable talking openly about: mental health. Scholars Promoting and Revitalizing Care (SPARC), a student-led group launched out of the College Parks Scholars Program, hosted a mental health open mic night. In addition to their open mic nights, they also lead events such as yoga nights, guided … Continue reading UMD students step out of their comfort zones and explore the topic of mental health

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New exhibit at Stamp Gallery encourages thinking about suburban environments

By Danielle Kiefer With what appears to be paper chains draped across the ceiling and takeout containers and plastic bags propped on a pedestal, (Sub)Urban — on display in Stamp Gallery through mid-December — is not what most people would think of as a typical art exhibit. “It’s very lighthearted and colorful, in contrast to a few of our previous exhibitions,” Stamp Gallery Coordinator Raino Isto said. … Continue reading New exhibit at Stamp Gallery encourages thinking about suburban environments

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Student entrepreneurs showcase products, businesses at Terp Marketplace

By Danielle Kiefer Entrepreneurial students gathered in Van Munching Hall to show off their original products and services at Terp Marketplace Oct. 27. The Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship provided tables and materials for students to display their product or business idea. Terp Marketplace allowed students to test the market by trying to sell or advertise their product and getting feedback from peers. Senior computer science … Continue reading Student entrepreneurs showcase products, businesses at Terp Marketplace

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Thrift shop raises money to build schools in Honduras

In an open room on the second floor of Stamp Student Union, students sifted among rows of tables lined with dozens of t-shirts. Clothing racks displayed hanging dresses and coats in varying sizes and styles. On a table in the corner lay an assortment of odds and ends: a rubber ducky, romance novels, several pumpkin-shaped Halloween decorations and even a remote-controlled “fart machine.” Students and … Continue reading Thrift shop raises money to build schools in Honduras

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Documentary screening portrays life for blind students during Disability Awareness Month

By Danielle Kiefer The President’s Commission on Disability Issues partnered with the National Federation of the Blind to host a screening of “Do You Dream in Color,” a documentary about blind students, followed by a panel Oct. 12. The event is part of a series of month-long events for Disability Awareness Month, held every October by the President’s Commission on Disability Issues. The President’s Commission … Continue reading Documentary screening portrays life for blind students during Disability Awareness Month

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Students, Staff “Stand UP for Immigrants” for Indigenous Peoples Day

By Danielle Kiefer Students, staff and faculty gathered in Hornbake Plaza to show their support for immigrants at a gathering called “Stand UP for Immigrants” on Oct. 9. The event, which began at noon, started with student speakers from several campus groups, including the Asian American Student Union, American Indian Student Union, Political Latinxs United for Movement and Action in Society (PLUMAS) and UndocuBlack. Signs … Continue reading Students, Staff “Stand UP for Immigrants” for Indigenous Peoples Day

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Sen. Chris Van Hollen speaks to University of Maryland community about partisanship at Anwar Sadat Forum

By Danielle Kiefer Sen. Chris Van Hollen was invited then to speak for the University of Maryland’s annual Anwar Sadat Forum, which took place in Stamp Student Union’s Hoff Theater Sept. 28 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The Anwar Sadat Forum, titled “The American Partisan Divide: From the Travel Ban to Charlottesville,” is comprised of series of lectures established in memory of the late Egyptian … Continue reading Sen. Chris Van Hollen speaks to University of Maryland community about partisanship at Anwar Sadat Forum

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Students congregate at Stamp’s All Niter event for safe, fun-filled weekend of festivities

By Danielle Kiefer UMD students enjoyed an evening of late-night activities at Stamp Student Union’s 36th annual All Niter Sept. 22. The event ran from noon until 3 a.m., and featured a range of activities throughout different locations in Stamp, including a movie marathon in Hoff Theater, an Open Mic Night at the Maryland Food Co-op, Blacklight Mini Golf in the Grand Ballroom and Caricature … Continue reading Students congregate at Stamp’s All Niter event for safe, fun-filled weekend of festivities

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New interim chief diversity officer outlines upcoming diversity initiatives

By Danielle Kiefer The University of Maryland named Roger L. Worthington as the new interim associate provost and chief diversity officer Sept. 7. Worthington is a professor and former chair of the department of counseling, higher education and special education. Prior to coming to this university, he previously served as the chief diversity officer at the University of Missouri. “I have dedicated my life’s work … Continue reading New interim chief diversity officer outlines upcoming diversity initiatives

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