Attainable wellness habits for studentsBy Miller Rogers
November 20, 2024
As the midterm season comes to an end and the final weeks of the semester approach, it is easy to fall behind in your wellness habits. Here are some attainable wellness habits that can fit into your busy life as a college student.
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How to Balance College RelationshipsBy Aubrey Wurst
November 5, 2024
Healthy relationships take time to nurture, but there are many ways to do that while balancing everything else in your life. If you want that relationship to continue and grow, it might be helpful to keep in mind your partner’s needs.
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Rainy Day Activities at UMDBy Kira Ivarsdottir
October 16, 2024
Though the recent installment of cold and gloomy weather has seemed to put a halt on some normal activities, students on campus still have lots of activities to choose from. Whether it’s curling up with a good show or staying active, there are tons of things to do on these seemingly gloomy days.
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Date Night at HomeBy Sara Silverman
October 2, 2024
Craving a date night, but dying to stay in sweats and save money? Date night at home may just be the answer– these nights can be even more meaningful than going out on the town with your significant other. Date nights can be cozy, fun and bonding.
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Must watch fall movies and TV showsBy Amanda Sinofsky
October 2, 2024
As the temperature cools down, the popularity of fall movies and TV shows starts to rise. With fall upon us, it is time to ditch the sunscreen and shorts and pick up the blankets and comfy sweats. University of Maryland students shared their favorite things to watch when the leaves begin to turn brown and autumn approaches.
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Back to School Books to ReadBy Alex Burke
September 19, 2024
Picking up a book to enjoy can help college students take a break from their busy day-to-day stressors. If students are unsure about what to read or want to try a new genre, here are some popular books that will help ease into the semester.
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Ways to combat the winter bluesNovember 27, 2023
By Ashley Oiler
Seasonal depression can hit college students hard; colder temperatures and less sunlight don’t bode well with midterms and final projects ramping up. Luckily, there are many ways to combat the winter blues as the seasons start to shift.
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Dealing With Friendship Problems
November 13, 2023
By Tahlia Williams
Genuine friendships are what keep us going from day to day. However, even the closest friendships experience problems that can be difficult to handle but with the appropriate attitude, you can overcome these hurdles and strengthen your relationship.
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How to Help a Loved One in NeedMay 16, 2023
Abby Jablonski
Mental health impacts more than 1 in 5 adults in the United States. Someone you may know or love could be struggling with mental health, and students at the University of Maryland provided tips on how to be a supportive friend to someone in need.
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How Students Celebrate Birthdays in the College Park Area
May 9, 2023
Samantha Hooley
Birthday celebrations are exciting for many students, but some may not know where to start their search in choosing a location or how to celebrate their big day. Luckily, some students are willing to share their favorite birthday celebration spots.
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Everything You Should Know About College ‘Situationships’
April 14, 2023
Ellie Jornlin
“What are we?”: The age-old question that couples ask before making or breaking their relationship. This question has always been difficult to answer, but younger generations have started to stray away from using a label altogether.
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Our Guide to the Best and Most Affordable Places to Eat in College Park
April 9, 2023
Samantha Hooley
Finding affordable restaurants can be difficult for some college students. When cooking is not an option, UMD students are in luck; Route 1 is full of options for both students and locals to choose from.
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Fall activities for friends near College Park
October 6, 2022
Samantha Hooley
The fall season offers so many things that other seasons do not, like pumpkin and apple picking, unique foliage, and Halloween all being classic autumn staples. See our rundown of the best fall activities in the College Park area.
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Video games for stress reliefDecember 16, 2021
Chris Barylick
A number of students found themselves turning to video games as a form of anxiety and stress relief, with people building video game times into their day along with other stress-relieving activities such as getting outside, exercising, and talking to friends and family.
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UMD’s COVID-19 Testing Center: Effective or Not? April 7, 2021
Jackie DiBartolomeo
For many students, the COVID-19 testing center in the Stamp Student Union provides a convenient place to get tested, in compliance with the university’s requirement that its students and faculty are tested every two weeks. But how accessible is the testing center to students?
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Chris Harrison Departs The Bachelor After Controversial InterviewMarch 11, 2021
Celia Richardson
Chris Harrison is stepping down as host of The Bachelor - a position he has filled since the show first premiered in 2002 - after a controversial interview last month in which he defended Bachelor contestant Rachael Kirkconnell.
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The psychology of a breakupNovember 9, 2020
Esther Frances
As connection-craving humans, relationships are necessary in our lives because they are one of the ways we mentally and emotionally bond with others. Because these connections are so important to us, we get hurt when they don’t work out. But what specifically makes romantic breakups so difficult to endure?
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5 Fun fall activities near UMDNovember 5, 2020
Mya Zepp
The leaves are changing and the weather is getting colder. With fall comes a whole new world of activities to enjoy. Finding things to do during a pandemic can be difficult, but there are fall activities near you that are safe and socially distanced.
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How to vote safely during a pandemicOctober 21, 2020
Monica Godnick
The presidential election is less than a month away, and members of the community express feelings of insecurity about voting due to the fact that we are still in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Luckily, safe voting options exist.
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