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American Studies, History

A Taste of Ethnographic Research

In new course, students journey through foodways of Maryland’s immigrant populations.

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April 11, 2025 School of Music, School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies

The Art of Making Merry

Go behind the scenes of the Maryland Opera Sudio’s production of “The Merry Wives of Windsor.”
April 07, 2025 American Studies, English, Maryland Institute for Technology in the Humanities

A New Generation of Doctoral Scholars Goes Beyond the Page

From video games to VR, ARHU doctoral students are expanding dissertation scholarship through digital and experimental work.

April 07, 2025 Communication

Cyberfeminism in the Age of TikTok

Associate Professor of Communication Sahar Khamis on how the social media platform has fueled feminist activism around the world.

April 01, 2025 Art, Arts for All, School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies

A ‘Wave’ of New Understanding About Earth’s Oceans and Atmosphere

Faculty, students collaborate with NASA on interactive installation at Kennedy Center.
March 27, 2025 Linguistics

Linguistics Professor Jeffrey Lidz Named AAAS Fellow

Honor recognizes his distinguished contributions to linguistics and language science.
March 13, 2025 English, Jimenez-Porter Writers' House

Renowned Crime Novelist Returns to the Scene

At campus event, George Pelecanos ’80 discusses writing craft and UMD memories.
March 10, 2025 Cinema and Media Studies, College of Arts and Humanities, Italian, School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

‘Cinephile heaven’: Il Cinema Ritrovato honors film legend Marlene Dietrich

This year’s festival stop at UMD hosted a day commemorating German-American actress Marlene Dietrich and her unforgettable contributions to cinema.
March 04, 2025 Communication

Dialogue for Reproductive Justice through Art, Play and Pupusas!

New research by communication professor Carina Zelaya aims to improve sexual and reproductive health communication among Latinx families.
March 04, 2025 The Harriet Tubman Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

The Art of Feminist Thought

Exploring art and activism through the lens of feminist theory in a course from UMD’s Harriet Tubman Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.

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The Times April 02, 2025

Is Trump Reviving an Imperial Presidency?

Burke Chair of American Cultural and Intellectual History Holly Brewer quoted in The Times about the shift toward an imperial presidency in the U.S.

Come on, Feel (and Make) the Noise March 28, 2025

Come on, Feel (and Make) the Noise

Come on, Feel (and Make) the Noise
NPR March 26, 2025

"Cover Story with Stephanie Shonekan” Receives an Honorable Mention from the Gracie Awards

Hosted by Dean Stephanie Shonekan, the podcast analyzes songs and their covers.

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Dance Principal Lecturer Alvin Mayes Receives Board of Regents Faculty Award

April 17, 2025 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies

Mayes is recognized as a scholar, educator, mentor and leader in the local dance community and beyond.
Maryland Today

A Taste of Ethnographic Research

April 16, 2025 American Studies, History

In new course, students journey through foodways of Maryland’s immigrant populations.

The Art of Making Merry

April 11, 2025 School of Music, School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies

Go behind the scenes of the Maryland Opera Sudio’s production of “The Merry Wives of Windsor.”

Jared R. Rawlings Named Director of UMD’s School of Music

April 10, 2025 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

An esteemed music educator and scholar, Rawlings brings a visionary approach to leadership, learning and equity.
Maryland Today

A ‘Great’ Anniversary for a Classic American Novel

April 09, 2025 English

As ‘Gatsby’ turns 100, UMD expert outlines 5 reasons we keep reading.

Cyberfeminism in the Age of TikTok

April 07, 2025 Communication

Associate Professor of Communication Sahar Khamis on how the social media platform has fueled feminist activism around the world.

A New Generation of Doctoral Scholars Goes Beyond the Page

April 07, 2025 American Studies, English, Maryland Institute for Technology in the Humanities

From video games to VR, ARHU doctoral students are expanding dissertation scholarship through digital and experimental work.

The Times

Is Trump Reviving an Imperial Presidency?

April 02, 2025 History

Burke Chair of American Cultural and Intellectual History Holly Brewer quoted in The Times about the shift toward an imperial presidency in the U.S.

Maryland Today

A ‘Wave’ of New Understanding About Earth’s Oceans and Atmosphere

April 01, 2025 Art, Arts for All, School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies

Faculty, students collaborate with NASA on interactive installation at Kennedy Center.
Maryland Today

Meet Maryland’s Unofficial Mascots

April 01, 2025 Art History and Archaeology, The Harriet Tubman Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Pets around campus provide departmental connections and cuddles.