Research
UMD Journalism Students, Faculty Release Guide to Maryland’s School Board Elections
74 of 109 Candidates Statewide Responded to Survey on Views About Top Issues
Research
Researchers Solve Mystery of ‘Dinky’ Dinosaur’s Unusually Long Stride
UMD Paleontologist Helped Recreate Movements of Bird-sized Raptor, Shedding New Light on Origin of Flight
Research
UMD Biologist’s New Book Explores COVID’s Deadliest Weapon
In ‘Asymptomatic,’ Researcher Who Fought Pandemic Offers Insights to Help Prevent Another
Research
Researchers Solve Mystery of ‘Dinky’ Dinosaur’s Unusually Long Stride
UMD Paleontologist Helped Recreate Movements of Bird-sized Raptor, Shedding New Light on Origin of Flight
Research
UMD Biologist’s New Book Explores COVID’s Deadliest Weapon
In ‘Asymptomatic,’ Researcher Who Fought Pandemic Offers Insights to Help Prevent Another
Recent Articles
A Golden Hue to Homecoming
Football Thriller Ends Week of Performances, Celebrations and 2 Olympian Guests
Op/ed: Whether You Vote for Harris or Trump, Stocks Will Thrive
UMD Business Researcher Says Candidates’ Platforms Differ, But American Markets Are Safe Bet
What It Takes: Sports Announcing
Alum Who’s Called 750 Games Shares Why He Stays ‘Wildly Hydrated’—and Avoids Funnel Cake
Events
Oct 22
Faculty Forum: Disability and ADA Awareness
Oct 22
Affirmation Art: Crafting Awareness and Understanding of Relationship Abuse
Oct 22
Speaking of Art With Drew Barker: The Photography of Max Waldman
Oct 22
Entrepreneurial Journey: Key Lessons From Successes and Failures
Oct 22
Creating Inclusive Workplaces: Accessibility and Design for All
Oct 22
The Wellness Series: Mastering Mindfulness
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The Circle: Uplifting the Disability Community
The Circle is a monthly restorative space to center those impacted by identity-based trauma. All UMD members are welcome into The Circle, acknowledging that we are holding space for one another as we share with vulnerability and humility.
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In Brief
New Extension-Backed Online Portal Provides Tools, Training for Public Health Outreach
Many Maryland communities struggle with health problems like substance abuse, mental health crises and chronic health issues that require both prevention and intervention efforts. The new multi-institutional Prevention Learning Portal aims to provide the latest training in science-based public health education for people who work directly with their communities, focusing on evidence-based teaching and methods to implement those programs successfully.
UMD Graduate School Honored for Outstanding Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Maryland Graduate School received the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, a national honor recognizing U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. The annual HEED award is administered by Insight Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. This is the first year that the award has a specific category honoring graduate schools.
Engineer Awarded $735K to Develop Renewable Construction Materials From Auto Waste
A University of Maryland engineer has been awarded a $735,000 grant by the auto recycling industry to develop renewable construction materials from residue produced during the process of auto shredding.
Features
Welcome to the Hotel Influenza
A Groundbreaking UMD Researcher Investigating How Respiratory Infections Spread Asks Volunteers to Check in—and Get Sick for Science
In UMD Visit, Kermit Makes a Rainbow Connection With Terps
Famed Frog (and his Performer) Talk With ARHU Dean About Jim Henson ’60, Miss Piggy and Life Lessons From the Muppets