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Bike-powered blender at Farmers Market promotes sustainability and Bike Week

By Jessica Harden The Farmers Market at Maryland, open every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tawes Plaza Gardens during the spring and fall, reopened for the season on April 6.  The market hosts vendors from as far as 250 miles from College Park and gives students the opportunity to buy fresh produce.  “I basically came here every week last semester,” said sophomore … Continue reading Bike-powered blender at Farmers Market promotes sustainability and Bike Week

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UMD Thrift holds pop-up thrift shop on the McKeldin steps

Photos and story by Emily R. Condon Racks of vintage thrifted clothes and shoes filled the open ledge outside McKeldin Library on March 10. An estimated 250 students visited the display, according to Ethan Pham of UMD Thrift. Pham, a sophomore information science major, started up ‘UMDthrift” (@umdthrift on Instagram) over winter break. After five friends, Ben Chipurnoi, sophomore undecided major, Ava Reiner, sophomore finance … Continue reading UMD Thrift holds pop-up thrift shop on the McKeldin steps

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Hidden gems: favorite spots around campus that are away from the naked eye

By Ava Thompson Even though UMD seems like any other college campus, the university has some secret gems hidden away from the well-trod path. Hidden from the naked eye, secret hangout spots at University of Maryland attract students who are willing to put in some walking — or climbing — to find the perfect location.  Stargazing on the golf course One night with his friends, … Continue reading Hidden gems: favorite spots around campus that are away from the naked eye

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