UMD student musicians perform finale for eighth NextNOW fest

by Hunter Hine University of Maryland’s annual NextNOW Fest concluded on Sunday, Sept. 19 with a daytime music festival hosted by The Hall CP that featured UMD students Lulu Jameson and Quinn “Kay” Kirk along with local band Paint Branch Creek.  The first performer, Jameson, sang and played ukulele. Jameson is from Hyattsville and is a junior cells-bio and genetics major. Jameson performed several original … Continue reading UMD student musicians perform finale for eighth NextNOW fest

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

How a UMD student handles working two jobs and school work, all during a pandemic

By Eva Sanchez There are a lot of full-time and part-time students at the University of Maryland that are also employed. Whether it be a full-time or part-time job, many students are dedicating half of their time to work and half of their time to school. Jay Raje, a senior double majoring in information systems and operations management business analytics, is one of these students.  … Continue reading How a UMD student handles working two jobs and school work, all during a pandemic

The Hall CP rises to popularity amid pandemic

by Courtney Cohn The Hall CP, a restaurant, bar and event space in College Park, opened in January of this year and has skyrocketed in popularity since then, despite the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.  The restaurant is located within walking distance for many students living on the University of Maryland campus. The Hall is also open seven days a week, with varying … Continue reading The Hall CP rises to popularity amid pandemic