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“The Future of Retail” explores industry impact of the internet

By Michelle Siegel Amazon has undoubtedly been on the minds (and screens) of many University of Maryland students this holiday season, with an untold number of Terp wallets now feeling lighter after some Cyber Monday impulse shopping. Despite Amazon’s reputation for frivolities, the company recently confirmed in an email statement on Nov. 11 that it would be taking a deeper dive into more practical retail … Continue reading “The Future of Retail” explores industry impact of the internet

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Several UMD departments and offices match students with hosts for Thanksgiving dinner

By Michelle Siegel Though going home for Thanksgiving break is a tradition many students at the University of Maryland may take for granted, in reality, a sizeable number of Terps do not share this privilege. Students who hail from out of state — especially international students — may stay in the DMV area because it is too expensive to travel, especially for a break that … Continue reading Several UMD departments and offices match students with hosts for Thanksgiving dinner

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Fall Fest entertains friends and family of UMD

Friends and families of University of Maryland affiliates — including many costumed children — gathered on Oct. 25 in the Colony Ballroom of the Stamp Student Union for Fall Fest, coordinated in a team effort by Graduate Student Life, Transfer and Off-Campus Student Life, UndocuTerps and Veteran Student Life. Fall Fest, advertised as “an evening of games, crafts, snacks and raffles,” entertained children with various … Continue reading Fall Fest entertains friends and family of UMD

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Panel guides new international students in adjusting to the U.S.

by Michelle Siegel Three international students convened to share how they have encountered and dealt with culture shock in “Adjusting to Life in the U.S.: A Panel for International Students,” held on Oct. 3 at H.J. Patterson Hall by the International Student Union. The panel consisted of Calvin Leung, an undergraduate from Hong Kong pursuing a Bachelor of Science in computer engineering, Sharon How, a … Continue reading Panel guides new international students in adjusting to the U.S.

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UMD remembers pioneer of its women’s studies program

University of Maryland Professor Emerita Dr. Virginia Walcott Beauchamp, who died at the age of 98 on Feb. 10, was remembered on Sept. 28 in a celebration of life service that recognized the pivotal role she played in developing feminism at UMD. Photo by Michelle Siegel. By Michelle Siegel Several dozen people gathered at the University of Maryland’s Memorial Chapel on Sept. 28 in remembrance … Continue reading UMD remembers pioneer of its women’s studies program

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“The Same Sky Overarches Us All” — a tribute to the night sky and female astronomers

by Michelle Siegel Those who visit the University of Maryland Art Gallery by November 22 will encounter a lauded artist’s homage to the night sky — and the many lesser-known women who enabled us to understand it. The current exhibit, “Lia Halloran: The Same Sky Overarches Us All,” features select works of Los Angeles-based artist Lia Halloran. She is represented by Luis De Jesus Los Angeles … Continue reading “The Same Sky Overarches Us All” — a tribute to the night sky and female astronomers

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