Blog — The Black Explosion

With an official campus launch on Aug. 28, VeoRide introduces several affordable options for transportation on and around campus.

Local NewsJummy OwookadeSeptember 12, 2019VeoRide, BikeUMD, electric bikes, electric scootersComment

Terrapins's newcomers lead them past No. 13 Boston College, 3-1 in Big 10-ACC Invitational

The Terps will continue in the ACC/Big 10 Cup on Sunday, facing off against another former ACC rival, No. 3 Duke.

SportsJummy OwookadeSeptember 7, 2019Maryland field hockey, Emma DeBerdine, Brooke DeBerdine, Belle BresslerComment

Maryland rolls over No. 21 Syracuse in another convincing win, 63-20

Maryland picked up it’s first victory over a ranked opponent at home since 2010.

SportsIsaiah SmithSeptember 7, 2019Mike Locksley, Josh Jackson, Anthony McFarland, Javon LeakeComment

Maryland hold New Hampshire scoreless in 5-0 rout

After an impressive season-opening win against Richmond, Maryland shutout New Hampshire in 5-0 win.

SportsJummy OwookadeSeptember 2, 2019Maryland field hockeyComment

Maryland dismantles Howard in a lopsided 79-0 season-opener win

The Michael Locksley era could not have gotten off to a better start for the Maryland Terrapins.

SportsIsaiah SmithAugust 31, 2019Michael Locksley, Josh Jackson, Tyrrell PigromeComment

Behind Donnelly and Greenwalt, No. 2 Terps win convincingly over Richmond, 5-1

The No. 2 Maryland Terrapins field hockey opens season with a 5-1 win over the Richmond Spiders.

SportsJummy OwookadeAugust 31, 2019field hockey, UMD, Riley Donnelly, Missy MehargComment

Maryland women's basketball announce their 2019-2020 basketball season schedule

Maryland women’s basketball season tips off Nov. 6 against Wagner at home. Their Big Ten matchups begin at home on Dec. 28 against Michigan at the XFINITY Center.

SportsJasmine BoykinAugust 24, 2019Maryland women's basketballComment

Maryland women’s soccer kick home season opener with a win against Georgia Southern

Maryland dotted the fresh page of the new season with a 2-1 win.

SportsDominique CroonsAugust 22, 2019Maryland women's soccerComment

UMD releases Campus Climate Study Report

The University of Maryland released its Campus Climate Study Report May 8, with the topic of inclusion on campus standing out.

Local NewsJamal WilliamsMay 16, 2019UMD, Black UMD, race, campus climate

Kaila Charles finds motivation in family struggles, success

SportsLauren MosesMay 13, 2019Kaila CharlesComment

Black-owned Spinning studio provides comfortable alternative to traditional gyms

Posh Cycling and Fitness Studio is not only Prince George’s County’s first official Spinning facility, but it’s also owned by a Black woman.

Local NewsAmina LampkinMay 12, 2019Prince George's County, UMD, Spinning

Riverdale Park residents give input on park redesign

An open field central to the town of Riverdale Park is the center of controversy for residents new and old, following a March planning session.

Local NewsAmina LampkinMay 12, 2019Riverdale Park

UMD adds new African Studies minor

Starting fall 2019, the University of Maryland will offer a new minor in African studies under the Department of African American Studies. The creation of a minor dedicated entirely to African studies would make it the first academic program of its kind at the university.

NewsDestiny BrownMay 10, 2019

Mozart meets Eminem: UMD Hip-Hop Orchestra

The group has a performance Friday at Nyumburu Amphitheater.

Arts + EntertainmentMegan SaylesMay 9, 2019Hip Hop Orchestra, hip-hop, orchestra, Nyumburu

NAACP’s awards remind students to love themselves

The University of Maryland chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People held its sixth annual Image Awards Monday night in the Nyumburu Cultural Center’s multipurpose room.

Local NewsAmina LampkinMay 9, 2019Black UMD, NAACP

Ava DuVernay’s ARRAY: The People’s Theater

DuVernay makes breaking down antiquated barriers look easy.

Arts + EntertainmentLauren SiffordMay 6, 2019Ava DuVernay

Police looking into blackface incident at Moco high school

Local police are investigating racism among students, after two Montgomery County students were seen on social media dressed in black face and using the n-word in late April.

Local NewsMalika BuddMay 6, 2019Montgomery County, blackface, racism

Purple Line construction endangers PG County water supply

A portion of the Purple Line, expected to be complete in early 2022, could endanger a 66-inch “critical” water main that runs through Prince George’s County.

Local NewsDestiny BrownMay 6, 2019Purple Line, Prince George's County