UMD Muslim community praises new halal food station at 251 North
University of Maryland students are praising this university’s first-ever halal food station located in the 251 North Dining Hall.
Lakeland residents say they want their visions prioritized in restorative justice initiatives
A group of University of Maryland graduate students is putting together a comprehensive report on improvements needed in Lakeland in hopes of rebuilding trust between residents, the city and this university.
Committed to safety, care and support
"Our university is committed to the safety, care and support of every member of our community."
UMD Tech Tool Aims to Make Workplaces More Inclusive for Autistic People
A new communications platform in development at the University of Maryland could increase employment opportunities for the autistic community by helping individuals navigate the nuances of communication with their neurotypical colleagues.
A University-Community Partnership to Help Latinx Immigrant Youth Thrive
Funded by a Grand Challenges Team Project Grant from the University of Maryland, Encuentros: A University-Community Partnership to Mitigate the Mental Health Crisis for Latino Immigrant Youth addresses mental health issues among low-income Latinx immigrant youth in Maryland to increase their sense of well-being, community and belonging.
The Impact of War on our Community
"We must continue to work toward a better world, a place where war and violence are extinguished, and where our commitment to all of humanity is unbowed."
A new $500,000 grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to a University of Maryland medical sociologist will fund a study of what makes some institutions more successful in advancing fair and equitable practices to increase leadership roles for minoritized faculty in the medical, public health and STEM sciences.
Grand Challenges: Newly-Launched Urban Equity Collaborative Hosts Open House
On Tuesday, October 3, 2023, the newly-launched Urban Equity Collaborative (UEC) at the University of Maryland welcomed members of the campus community and beyond to an open house, providing an opportunity to discuss the initiative's mission, vision, programming, and team.
‘We Are Here to Celebrate and Uplift’: LGBTQ+ Equity Center Welcomes New Director
As the new director of the LGBTQ+ Equity Center, Kristopher Oliveira will prioritize meeting students this semester and learning what their needs are. He hopes to strengthen the center’s offerings for faculty and staff members, expand educational programming, and work with alums on events that speak to their expertise or experience.
New LGBTQ+ Equity Center director to focus on fostering community
Kristopher Oliveira brings experience and a passion for social justice to his new role as director of the University of Maryland’s LGBTQ+ Equity Center.