Restrictions on chalking implemented to ‘beautify’ campus, UMD says

by Joel Lev-Tov University of Maryland President Darryll Pines announced a new policy for chalking on Nov. 27. Overnight, students at the University of Maryland were prohibited from chalking in all but two places on campus: In front of the Adele H. Stamp Student Union and at Hornbake Plaza. Why?  “The president is really clear that he doesn’t want a campus that looks like it’s … Continue reading Restrictions on chalking implemented to ‘beautify’ campus, UMD says

UMD students demand answers in Perillo town hall

by Joel Lev-Tov To many, University of Maryland Vice President of Student Affairs Patty Perillo’s town hall seemed full of talk, but devoid of action — just a “pat on the back conversation,” even though Perillo said it was intended to create a level playing field from which discussions could emerge.  This was until senior Jackson Devadas brought the flow to a standstill.  “I was … Continue reading UMD students demand answers in Perillo town hall