“Time is the main thing”: Undecided students should look at majors sooner rather than later, students and staff say

By Michelle Levine Experimenting with classes is typical in college. It is especially useful for undeclared students who want to figure out what to study. But for students at the University of Maryland who become interested in Limited Enrollment Programs, choosing classes without considering major requirements can lead to difficulties later on. UMD’s Letters and Sciences program is for students who are not prepared to … Continue reading “Time is the main thing”: Undecided students should look at majors sooner rather than later, students and staff say

UMD transgender community views online learning as a missed opportunity for inclusive education

By Michelle Levine The University of Maryland allows people to change their Zoom names to add personal pronouns after they enter meetings.  Transgender students and staff say it is not enough. Members of the LGBTQ community at the University of Maryland said Zoom classes have the potential to help normalize transgender issues, but the school hasn’t taken advantage of the situation. There have also been … Continue reading UMD transgender community views online learning as a missed opportunity for inclusive education

Students and restaurant workers view relaxed capacity restrictions as a sign of hope

By Michelle Levine Two days after Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan’s March 9 announcement that capacity restrictions on bars and restaurants would be lifted, Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks said local businesses will still face dining limits. Starting at 5 p.m. March 12, bars and restaurants in the county could operate at 50% capacity. Up from 25%, this change inspired hope for local businesses and … Continue reading Students and restaurant workers view relaxed capacity restrictions as a sign of hope

Fearless quarantine driver earns respect of UMD community

By Michelle Levine Mike Butler is the ultimate designated driver.  Butler takes University of Maryland students who have been either exposed to COVID-19 or have contracted it to quarantine/isolation housing. He is the only person on the job, and he is starting to get recognized. “Whenever I’m on campus, I’ll hear people calling out my name,” Butler said.  Following a rise in COVID-19 cases during … Continue reading Fearless quarantine driver earns respect of UMD community