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Dr. Philip Cohen explains the importance of scholarly activism

By Jack WynnPhilip N. Cohen gave a presentation centered around themes from his book “Citizen Scholar: Public Engagement for Social Scientists” on Thursday night for a group of various faculty, graduate students and other community members interested in the field. The event served as part of the “Speaking of Books” presentation series associated with UMD Libraries. The series has brought in speakers of many different … Continue reading Dr. Philip Cohen explains the importance of scholarly activism

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UMD students explore study spots during semester 

By Ashna Balroop With the semester concluding, some students are dedicating more time to their studies and staying ahead. The last day of the fall semester is Dec. 9, and final exams are scheduled for Dec. 11 through Dec. 17.  A good location is a key component to studying productively, according to Northlake Behavioral Health, and the University of Maryland’s over 1,000-acre campus offers many potential … Continue reading UMD students explore study spots during semester 

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Arts and Culture

Empty chairs on McKeldin honor Israeli hostages

by Daryl Perry Over 200 chairs. Over 200 hostages.  Each chair on the University of Maryland’s McKeldin Mall on Nov. 9 represented one person Hamas holds hostage in the Gaza Strip. Dina Bash, a senior psychology major, said she hoped that the event would remind people of world events, “even though it’s half way around the world.” “The war is still happening,” she said. “[240] … Continue reading Empty chairs on McKeldin honor Israeli hostages

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Black History Month Read-a-Thon delivers powerful passages

by Abigail Olear Existence is resistance. Being Black in America is an act of resistance to previous and current oppression. That was the message of the fourth annual Black History Month Read-a-Thon on Tuesday at McKeldin Library.  Performing Arts Librarian Drew Barker read two speeches by Frederick Douglass that refute a white supremecist view of American history. He explores the duality of celebrating freedom while … Continue reading Black History Month Read-a-Thon delivers powerful passages

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Sex discrimination in the workplace: two UMD professors discuss

By Emily Riley Two University of Maryland professors tackled the concepts of sex inequality within the workplace at an open book discussion in McKeldin Library on Thursday, Oct. 3. The event was a part of the Speaking of Books series, which is hosted by UMD libraries for campus authors to hold open discussions about their published works. All Speaking of Books events are free for … Continue reading Sex discrimination in the workplace: two UMD professors discuss

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“Puppies with PAD” Event Aims to Help PG County Shelter Dogs

by Jillian Atelsek Students who were happy to stumble upon a field of puppies while walking to class Thursday afternoon have Phi Alpha Delta, a pre-law coed fraternity, to thank. The group was hosting “Puppies with PAD,” an event aimed at raising money and awareness for the PG County Animal Shelter. In partnership with members of the fraternity, volunteers from the shelter brought a group … Continue reading “Puppies with PAD” Event Aims to Help PG County Shelter Dogs

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First Look Fair successful despite construction in 35th year

The sounds of the ongoing construction on McKeldin Mall could scarcely be heard over the sounds of the First Look Fair this Wednesday and Thursday. More than 600 clubs, departments and merchants filled the eastern half of the mall with music, tables, tents and props ranging from a giant beach ball to a trampoline. Kara Sylvain, a freshman enrolled in Letters and Sciences, was surprised … Continue reading First Look Fair successful despite construction in 35th year

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