UMD restricts university-related travel for the next 60 days, transitions to virtual learning, extends spring break

By Emily Riley On Wednesday evening, the University of Maryland released an update to COVID-19 precautions, extending spring break by an additional week and holding virtual classes until April 10 at the earliest. The university suspended all study abroad programs for spring 2020 as of March 14. This comes after a March 9 announcement canceling all university-related travel for 60 days, discouraging large social events and … Continue reading UMD restricts university-related travel for the next 60 days, transitions to virtual learning, extends spring break

UMD Alternative Breaks program hosts interest fair for students

By Jamie Kerner University of Maryland Alternative Breaks (AB) hosted an interest fair on Sept. 27 for students who want service experiences during school breaks. AB is an on-campus program run through the University’s Leadership and Community Service Office. Its goal is to provide students with experiences working on social, political and economic issues in a specific community. The program runs during the winter, spring … Continue reading UMD Alternative Breaks program hosts interest fair for students