Philip Merrill College of Journalism implements new mental health programs, along with other UMD colleges 

By Mackenzie Prince With Generation Z at the forefront of the mental health crisis in the United States, the University of Maryland is implementing additional measures to better support its students.  The Philip Merrill College of Journalism will provide extra counseling resources and access for students this school year.  In an email to Merrill students on Aug. 26, Dean Rafael Lorente announced that journalism students … Continue reading Philip Merrill College of Journalism implements new mental health programs, along with other UMD colleges 

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

Presidents from nearby universities discuss substance abuse on campuses

By Ally Tobler The Hazelden Betty Ford Institute for Recovery Advocacy hosted a panel discussion in Stamp Oct. 17, where speakers came together to discuss ways in which universities can help prevent substance use. The discussion featured university presidents Gregory Crawford of Miami University of Ohio; Martin Meehan of University of Massachusetts; Wayne A.I. Frederick of Howard University; Kim Schatzel of Towson University and Tom Sullivan of … Continue reading Presidents from nearby universities discuss substance abuse on campuses