By Andrew Mollenauer Fall Break Ruffles Feathers: When President Darryll J. Pines announced last Monday the implementation of an annual fall break beginning next school year, several seniors expressed their displeasure. Angelina Ward, a senior criminology and criminal justice and sociology double major at UMD, was irritated when she heard the announcement. “I’m sure some people are excited for the break and it’ll be nice … Continue reading TOP-SHELLF
By Mackenzie Prince Thanksgiving break begins Wednesday, Nov. 27 for University of Maryland students, staff and faculty. This will be the university’s second academic break of the semester, following Labor Day earlier in the term. Many UMD students are looking forward to a break from classes, like Melina Mercado, a freshman biology major from Maryland. “Though I am lucky enough to visit home as often … Continue reading UMD Thanksgiving break commences
By Andrew Mollenauer Thanksgiving Break Sendoff: In lieu of our usual newsletter this week, I wanted to send everyone off into Thanksgiving break with much-needed, well-deserved encouragement. We’re almost there; the last day of classes is just over two weeks away. And while that may seem like an eternity with exams and projects still to tackle, this stress we’re all feeling—despite its intensity—is fleeting and … Continue reading TOP-SHELLF
By Katie Wilson With the holiday months upon us, many University of Maryland students are looking forward to going home and taking some time off of school. With no breaks between Labor day in early September until Thanksgiving recess in late November, many students have been feeling burnt out and after a long semester. Some BIG10 universities incorporate a small Fall Break in October, which … Continue reading UMD and the Big10: how do break periods vary?
