Federal judge pauses UMD’s Oct. 7 event restrictions (The Diamondback)
Judge Peter Messitte granted a preliminary injunction request by this university’s Students for Justice in Palestine chapter in a written ruling on Tuesday, which allows all university student groups to hold “expressive events” on Oct. 7.
Former NBA player reflects on time at UMD, heritage in new documentary (The Diamondback)
Student Entertainment Events and this university’s Multicultural Involvement and Community Advocacy office co-hosted a screening of All I Ever Wanted alongside a Q&A with the director and star of the film for Latine Heritage Month, according to Stamp Student Union’s event calendar.
Enhance Your Professional Development with ODI’s Inclusive Training (University Human Resources)
Did you know that the Office of Diversity & Inclusion (ODI) at UMD consists of seven departments, each bringing a unique perspective to equity and inclusion?
Elia Powers Challenges Newsroom Conformity in New Book (The Black Explosion)
A University of Maryland book discussion Wednesday challenged many longstanding norms of newsroom professionalism and neutrality, especially as it relates to the importance of representation.
UMD ‘Shabbat 1,000’ event strengthens community, celebrates culture (The Diamondback)
The event included Hebrew prayers, traditional food and efforts to honor victims of Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023 attack on Israel.
This year's speaker series will feature virtual and hybrid talks from Jess Whatcott, Katie Tastrom, and Mimi Khúc.
LatinX Heritage Month is September 15 to October 15 but you can borrow these books through the Libraries anytime.
Latinx students find support with La Familia program (Stories Beneath the Shell)
The Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Education established La Familia to provide students with personal growth and academic opportunities through mentorship, community service, social events, free tutoring through OMSE and workshop events.
According to its website, the club’s mission is to “share yoga and meditation, delicious vegetarian food, and ancient universal wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita with anyone who desires to learn more about it.”
Highlights of the Black Student Union Freshman Council speeches (The Black Explosion)
On Tuesday in the Nyumburu Cultural Center, the Renaissance-themed Freshman Council Election for the Black Student Union started with excitement and cheers from the crowd.