Should UMD students have free MetroCards?

By Samantha Cohen Only a Metro ride away from the University of Maryland’s campus is Washington, D.C., where many students take advantage of various job and internship opportunities. Some students find it inconvenient to pay for their MetroCards each way, while others do not mind the small fee.  According to the UMD Department of Transportation Services (DOTS), The Washington Metropolitan Area Transportation Authority (WMATA) operates … Continue reading Should UMD students have free MetroCards?

How did proximity to Washington influence UMD students’ decision to attend?   

By Mackenzie Prince  Just nine miles from the University of Maryland’s campus is the nation’s beloved capital: Washington, D.C. In recent years, UMD’s acceptance rate has continued to decrease while the number of yearly applications has grown. Along with the rigorous academics and highly-spirited athletics, the perks of the school’s proximity to the capital city may also be contributing to UMD’s popularity.    According to UMD … Continue reading How did proximity to Washington influence UMD students’ decision to attend?   

Pops of color aren’t the only changes coming to M Circle

By Brenda Wintrode Landscapers planted winter-hardy yellow pansies at the M Circle last week, replacing the red begonias and marking the last time workers would make this change before it moves to its new location in the spring.  The new M will sit in front of Mitchell Hall to make way for the Purple Line track being installed along Campus Drive. “We’re delighted that it … Continue reading Pops of color aren’t the only changes coming to M Circle