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Dr. Gladys Mitchell-Walthour presents screening of documentary Black Lives Matter in Latin America

By Aicha Bangoura Gladys Mitchell-Walthour, a political scientist who studies racial politics in Brazil, affirmative action and the intersection of social welfare, race and gender presented her new documentary at the University of Maryland on Wednesday. The event, held at the Shoemaker Building, was hosted by the department of African American studies. Chinyere Osuji, a professor at the University of Maryland, said that she could … Continue reading Dr. Gladys Mitchell-Walthour presents screening of documentary Black Lives Matter in Latin America

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Local Girl Scout Troop spends weekends selling in College Park

By Ceoli Jacoby In past years, Girl Scout troops across the country made headlines after organizing cookie booths in front of medical marijuana dispensaries, liquor stores and correctional institutions. On Friday night, amid a bustling bar scene, Brownie Troop 22014 of Greenbelt set up shop in downtown College Park. “I’m working from six to nine,” 8-year-old Naomi Donovan said. “If it were a school day, … Continue reading Local Girl Scout Troop spends weekends selling in College Park

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MICA presents the Women of Color Artists Panel as part of Black History Month

by Julia Rosier The Office of Multicultural Involvement Community Advocacy (MICA) hosted the Women of Color Artists Panel Wednesday night as part of their Black History Month program. The event gave women of color in the art world the opportunity to discuss the ways in which they enact change through their art.  The panel, which took place in the Edward St. John Learning and Teaching … Continue reading MICA presents the Women of Color Artists Panel as part of Black History Month

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TOCSL hosts “Vibe and Flow” event to help students de-stress before exam week

by Anna Hovey The office of Transfer and Off-Campus Student Life (TOCSL) hosted their “Vibe and Flow” event on Dec. 5th. Held in Stamp’s grand ballroom lounge, the event featured a variety of arts and crafts with soothing background music to set the mood. “Vibe and Flow” was designed to allow students to relax and unwind before the start of finals. Those in attendance could … Continue reading TOCSL hosts “Vibe and Flow” event to help students de-stress before exam week

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Crossing the line: UMPD issues jaywalking citations, angering students

By Shauneen Miranda The University of Maryland Police Department recently issued a number of jaywalking citations along Route 1, creating frustration among affected students. Several students said they weren’t aware they were breaking any laws in the moment. Sgt. Rosanne Hoaas said UMPD’s mission is to enforce and educate people on pedestrian safety. “If you’re going to cross the street, legally you need to be … Continue reading Crossing the line: UMPD issues jaywalking citations, angering students

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Vaping: an ‘epidemic’ affecting UMD students daily

By Shauneen Miranda Vaping has dominated youth culture, and regardless of recent reports on related lung diseases and even death, some University of Maryland students continue to use Juuls and other forms of e-cigarettes.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 500 vaping-related incidents have occurred throughout the U.S. and the Virgin Islands. Seven people have reportedly died from lung diseases related … Continue reading Vaping: an ‘epidemic’ affecting UMD students daily

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University of Maryland Hosts 21st Annual Maryland Day

Children fish for foam turtles in the McKeldin Mall fountain during Maryland Day on April 27, 2019. The Mckeldin Mall hosts one of the five neighborhoods, Terp Town Center, during the day and features many educational booths for visitors to explore (Photo by Casey Gannon). By Casey Gannon On Saturday, April 27, the University of Maryland held its 21st annual Maryland Day. The purpose of … Continue reading University of Maryland Hosts 21st Annual Maryland Day

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University students weigh in on the Purple Line

COLLEGE PARK, Md. — The Purple Line project — a light rail that will extend from Bethesda in Montgomery County to New Carrollton in Prince George’s County — is in motion, and University of Maryland students and community members have a variety of feelings toward the line’s construction. According to its official website, the line will be 16.2 miles long and reach 21 stations, reaching four stops … Continue reading University students weigh in on the Purple Line

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On 4/20 two UMD student groups call for legalization and more

By Alex Mann On April 20, otherwise known as “Weed Day,” Students for Liberty and Students for Sensible Drug Policy hosted an event in front McKeldin Library to raise awareness about the war on drugs and offer their views on how to solve it: legalize all drugs. Both student organizations said they believed it should be legal to consume and sell drugs, including heroin, methamphetamine, … Continue reading On 4/20 two UMD student groups call for legalization and more

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The Wildlife Society aims to make the College Park area more animal-friendly

By Mia Salenetri If you happened to encounter groups of students picking up dead birds at 4 a.m. last semester, you might have already met The Wildlife Society. For 10 days straight this past fall, groups of UMD Wildlife Society members picked up 22 dead birds that had crashed into windows around campus as part of the Lights Out Baltimore initiative — a group that advocates … Continue reading The Wildlife Society aims to make the College Park area more animal-friendly

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