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‘Don’t wait’: Disabled students want UMD to take action on accessibility

By Caleigh Bartash Online school in a pandemic is hard enough. Students have trouble paying attention. They worry about their health and their families while trying to earn good grades and graduate. Adversity in the classroom is nothing new for University of Maryland students with disabilities. But the pandemic creates a host of new problems to grapple with. Disabled students can receive accommodation plans from … Continue reading ‘Don’t wait’: Disabled students want UMD to take action on accessibility

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Older students seek a new normal at UMD

By Caleigh Bartash Transitioning from high school to university is not easy. Freshmen struggle to navigate across campus. They pack into cramped dorm rooms and reluctantly learn the true meaning of time management. College is a big adjustment. Yet it might be an even bigger change for students attending the University of Maryland later in life. They do not always receive the same support as … Continue reading Older students seek a new normal at UMD

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‘Too much mourning’: UMD grieves filicide victims amid pandemic

By Caleigh Bartash Mourn the dead. And fight like hell for the living. Those words formed a stark message across Michelle Appel’s Zoom background Monday as she presented the University of Maryland’s fourth annual Day of Mourning. Appel, a member of the President’s Commission on Disability Issues, helped lead and organize the event in remembrance of filicide victims. In the disability community, the term filicide … Continue reading ‘Too much mourning’: UMD grieves filicide victims amid pandemic

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Di Rosa brothers thrilled by Major League Soccer opportunities

By Caleigh Bartash Matt and Ben Di Rosa have played soccer together since they were four years old. Now they are going their separate ways. The brothers, both University of Maryland men’s soccer players, made history on Jan. 21 as the first twins chosen in the Major League Soccer SuperDraft.  Left back Matt Di Rosa was drafted in the first round at number 25 overall … Continue reading Di Rosa brothers thrilled by Major League Soccer opportunities

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‘Nothing that we can’t do:’ Kamala Harris’ victory inspires UMD students

By Caleigh Bartash Days after Kamala Harris became the first woman elected as vice president, students at the University of Maryland said her win is a huge step forward but still not enough. During her victory speech on Saturday, Nov. 7, Harris said, “While I may be the first woman in this office, I won’t be the last.” Harris is the first woman to reach … Continue reading ‘Nothing that we can’t do:’ Kamala Harris’ victory inspires UMD students

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Following Social Justice Alliance launch, UMD community says there is more to accomplish

By Caleigh Bartash First Lt. Richard Collins III, a 23-year-old Black Bowie State University student, was days away from graduating when he was murdered by a white student on the University of Maryland’s campus in May 2017. When UMD Associate English Professor Zita Nunes returned to campus after that summer, she felt the response was not robust enough. Nunes decided to work with graduate students … Continue reading Following Social Justice Alliance launch, UMD community says there is more to accomplish

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Maryland’s got talent: Terps say “thank u, next” to isolation during the pandemic

By Caleigh Bartash The coronavirus pandemic may have brought an abrupt halt to in-person events at the University of Maryland, but students are turning to virtual stages to stay connected. Winnie the Pooh and Michael Jackson impressions sung to the tune of Ariana Grande’s “thank u, next,” two sisters harmonizing like Beyoncé and Bollywood dancing through a webcam. “Terp Talent Showcase” is UMD’s digital answer … Continue reading Maryland’s got talent: Terps say “thank u, next” to isolation during the pandemic

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