How Tomatoes Became Part of Egypt’s Culinary Story
In her award-winning book “Nile Nightshade,” Assistant Professor of Arabic Anny Gaul traces the tomato’s path to Egypt and explores how it became central to home kitchens across the country.
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After a Life-Changing Accident, Brian Cooperman ’26 Found a New Path Through American Studies
May 20, 2026The graduating senior focused his honors thesis on disability access and is planning for a future in advocacy law.
Terp Magazine
Made About America
May 20, 2026On nation’s 250th anniversary, UMD celebrates and reflects through the arts.
Sydney Mitchell ’26 Reflects on Her Storytelling Journey at Maryland
May 20, 2026From reading poetry on stage to researching the region’s jazz scene, the English major explored storytelling through writing, music and research.
Maryland Today
‘A Close Observer of Humankind’
May 15, 2026Magazine editor and poet honored as University Medalist.
The Christian Science Monitor
America at 250: A Declaration of Ideals Reset the World – and Still Resonates Today
May 12, 2026Professor of History Richard Bell speaks to The Christian Science Monitor.
Maryland Today
Digital Revival of a Displaced Community
May 12, 2026New exhibit tells story of nearby Lakeland with help from UMD students and faculty.
English Student Gains Hands-On Experience With Rare Texts at Folger Shakespeare Library
May 12, 2026Through hands-on work with scholars and rare materials, Jessica Reed ’26 is building experience for a career in library science.
Arts for All Announces Spring 2026 ArtsAMP Grants
May 06, 2026Learn more about the 17 arts-based, interdisciplinary projects developed by faculty, students and student organizations.
What Can Science Fiction Teach Us About AI?
May 04, 2026Alexis Lothian developed the 300-level course “Artificial Intelligence Otherwise” with support from a seed grant from the Artificial Intelligence Interdisciplinary Institute at Maryland.
A Love of Language Leads N’deye Diop ’26 to South Korea on a Fulbright
May 04, 2026The graduating senior who studied Arabic, taught herself Korean and found community in the Language House will teach English abroad next year.