Concerned Tenants of UMD still helping students fight to terminate leases

By Kiersten Hacker Students living in South Campus Commons and The Courtyards apartments are still fighting to get out of their leases after the management company of both buildings released an update to the “Rules and Regulations” section of leases in July, similar to the Department of Resident Life housing addendum. After all students were sent home in March, some decided to re-lease their apartments … Continue reading Concerned Tenants of UMD still helping students fight to terminate leases

UMD cancels residence hall move-outs for foreseeable future, promises prorated credit and refunds

Emily Riley The University of Maryland announced Thursday that student fees such as parking, student facilities and room and board among others will be refunded on a prorated basis.  Students will be contacted directly about their specific refunds, according to the university’s statement. Refunds due to the impact of COVID-19 on the semester have been a concern for many students and families, especially since the … Continue reading UMD cancels residence hall move-outs for foreseeable future, promises prorated credit and refunds

Fire reported in South Campus Commons Building Sunday night

A small trash compactor fire in Building 5 of South Campus Commons left students waiting in the cold for over an hour on Sunday night. The fire was first reported on Twitter by Evan Berkowitz of the Diamondback. Michael Errigo, a senior journalism major who lives in Building 5, said he saw smoke in the trash room on the sixth floor. He then alerted Resident … Continue reading Fire reported in South Campus Commons Building Sunday night