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State of the County panel uncovers university issues

By Jalen Wade According to a panel of Prince George’s County delegates, the University of Maryland is disconnected from its outer community. On Monday, April 29, a group of county representatives came to speak at the university’s State of the County panel in Francis Scott Key Hall. The event was sponsored by the African American studies department as well as Professor Jonathan England’s course in … Continue reading State of the County panel uncovers university issues

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BLK GOLD gives young black entrepreneurs a space to showcase their creativity

By Sahana Jayaraman Galaxy print booties and traditional African jewelry were among the items sold at an event run by Distinctly Creative Feb. 23, BLK GOLD: Black Creative Showcase + Marketplace. For entrepreneur and UMD alumna Zakiya Shivers, BLK GOLD was more than just a chance to sell her goods or get her business’s name out. “Not only is [BLK GOLD] good for…people of color to work … Continue reading BLK GOLD gives young black entrepreneurs a space to showcase their creativity

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University NAACP chapter discusses Lt. Collins, Charlotsville at annual leadership panel

By Zoe Rader Charlottesville, The Ku Klux Klan and the death of Lieutenant Richard Collins III were just a few of the prevalent issues addressed at the annual State of Black Leadership event hosted by UMCP’s NAACP chapter that took place Thursday night in the Van Munching building. Roughly 40 people attended the panel discussion, which focused on hate crimes and racial tensions in America. … Continue reading University NAACP chapter discusses Lt. Collins, Charlotsville at annual leadership panel

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