UMD professors can’t stay silent in today’s political climate
When U.S. universities silence open discussions, they are unintentionally mirroring the censorship they are supposed to be actively resisting.
UMD cannot trade equity for appeasement
For now, the change at the University of Maryland is largely symbolic. But symbols exist for a reason.
It’s in everyone’s best interest that the US Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
Of all the questionable and malicious actions Trump’s administration has taken since Jan. 20, fighting birthright citizenship could be the most anti-American.
To resist Trump, Democrats need to focus on local politics
As the Trump administration starts to implement Project 2025, state leaders have become extremely important in resisting unprecedented and controversial executive actions.
Test-flexible admissions will ensure fairness at UMD
Until a better choice becomes available, a test-flexible policy is the most generous and equitable approach for this university.