Matar of UMD’s Language House reflects on her first in-person semester

By Angel Gingras Marilyn Matar took an interest in literature and theatre in high school, where she developed a passion for learning through teaching and mentoring her peers. For over 20 years, she’s lived out that passion, teaching French to students of all ages. Now she’s taking on a new role: director of the University of Maryland’s Language House.  “I teach French and francophone studies, … Continue reading Matar of UMD’s Language House reflects on her first in-person semester

Pines announces in-person instruction plans for fall 2021

By Julia Eisen After almost a year of Zoom discussions, pre-recorded lectures and hours staring at screens, President Darryll Pines announced last week that the University of Maryland is planning to return to in-person classes for the fall 2021 semester.  In an email sent out on Feb. 11, Pines thanked faculty, staff and students for their cooperation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Pines stressed that it … Continue reading Pines announces in-person instruction plans for fall 2021