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Remaining Vigilant Against COVID-19

We are entering a crucial phase in our ongoing battle against the spread of COVID-19 on our campus. We will continue taking care of ourselves and one another by staying focused and continuing our collective efforts.

Amendment to Temporary Salary Reduction Plan

Dear University of Maryland Faculty and Staff, Today, I write to you with an update to the previously announced budget mitigation plans aimed at lessening the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our university. Upon a review of the ...

Video: Grand Challenges: Presidential Distinguished Forum Featuring Dr. Stephanie Evergreen

President Pines was joined by Dr. Stephanie Evergreen, founder of Evergreen Data Academy, prolific author and highly sought-after speaker. Evergreen has revolutionized the way we communicate data and is best known for her research-based approach in ...

Our American Democracy: Voting Flexibility

We kindly ask that faculty make it easier for students to perform their civic duty by being flexible with students regarding attendance, due dates and avoiding major assignments on November 3 2020.

Video: BSU-UMD Social Justice Alliance Virtual Launch Event

The University of Maryland and Bowie State University came together virtually to launch the Social Justice Alliance, a collaborative commitment honoring the life of 1st Lt. Richard W. Collins III and advancing social justice in our campus communities.

Video: Grand Challenges: Presidential Distinguished Forum Featuring Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha

President Pines was joined by Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, the physician, scientist and public health activist who shined a national spotlight on the Flint, Michigan water crisis. The director of an initiative to mitigate the impact of this crisis, ...

Our American Democracy: Vote and Be Counted

Recent events have amplified the importance of our fundamental democratic processes. Now, more than ever, we need full participation in our democracy. Please make a plan to vote.

BSU-UMD Honoring 1st Lt. Richard W. Collins III

On Thursday, October 1, a State of Maryland law -- the 2nd Lieutenant Richard Collins III Law -- will go into effect, changing the way hate crimes are prosecuted. On the same day, our university will join with Bowie State University and the Collins family to launch a joint Social Justice Alliance.

UMD Rises in U.S. News Rankings

The University of Maryland ranks No. 19 among the nation’s top public institutions in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Best Colleges edition released today. UMD jumped from No. 24 from last year on that list and from No. 64 to 58 among national universities in the rankings, frequently used by prospective college students and their families navigating the application process.

Video: Virtual Conversation on UMD's Budget

All University of Maryland students, faculty and staff were invited to join President Darryll J. Pines and Vice President for Administration and Finance Carlo Colella to learn about and discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the university's budget on ...

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