Integrating Robots in Homes to Support Autistic Youth (College of Information Studies)
A TRAILS pilot study looks at how families can use AI robotic animal companions in support services for autistic children
Op/ed: The Science of Reducing Prejudice in Kids (Maryland Today)
Making Schools Welcoming for All Can Lead to a More Fair, Just Society, Education Scholar Says
Crowdsourced transcriptions are making historical documents more accessible for those who use screen readers
UMD Campus Pantry saw more than 60% increase in need between 2022 and 2023 (The Diamondback)
The University of Maryland’s campus food pantry saw a more than 60 percent increase in users between 2022 and 2023, according to pantry manager Larry Tumlin.
The University of Maryland’s Philip Merrill College of Journalism has expanded the role of Associate Dean Linda Steiner to lead and extend the college’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, Dean Rafael Lorente announced Monday.
UMD students emphasize survivor strength, allyship at Occupy McKeldin (The Diamondback)
The event brought dozens of students and faculty members together to foster a conversation about sexual assault on campus, according to PSA co-president Brandee Kaplan.
DMV talent, ‘Dragula’ alum shine at SEE Spring Drag Show (The Diamondback)
Four distinctive performers — HoSo Terra Toma, Sweet Pickles and King Molasses — showcased their talent at the event, introduced by the energy-filling, welcoming host Miss Toto.
More Flags of Israel Hang Over College Park Towers Apartments Since October 7 (Mitzpeh)
Read More Flags of Israel Hang Over College Park Towers Apartments Since October 7 (Mitzpeh)
Board and Brew hosts trans-visibility month fundraiser (Stories Beneath the Shell)
Board and Brew launched a fundraiser at the beginning of April spanning all of trans-visibility month in support of the Trevor Project, a non-profit organization that serves as a suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ youth.
CARE hosts events to spread awareness on sexual assault (Stories Beneath the Shell)
The Clothesline Project and Take Back the Night events were held on Wednesday evening by University of Maryland’s Campus Advocates Respond and Educate to Stop Violence, or CARE, in hopes to raise awareness about sexual assault on campus.