UMD Hackathon- Arielle Amegashie
Steve Jobs, Mark Zukerberg and Bill Gates are just a few in the long list of technological innovators of the past few decades, but this list is clearly missing something…women.
Flamenco Radio Story- Arielle Amegashie
Flamenco is a form of Spanish folk music and dance from Andalusia in southern Spain. How did it make it all the way to Maryland? With a little help from a UMD dance instructor and her guitarist.
Greek Diversity- Keri Enriquez
After a racist and sexist email was leaked from the Kappa Sig Fraternity at the University of Maryland, Greek life is still feeling the effects.
Black History Month- Sandra Nyanchoka
February was Black History Month and one African American University of Maryland freshman is reflecting on the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
TerpNation- Jess Nicolao
Sex. Drugs. Parties. When students go wild, it can be a big problem for college campuses. And at the University of Maryland, students aren’t JUST experimenting, they’re DOCUMENTING their activities on a new social media account and the content is stirring up controversy.
Wizards V. Raptors Playoff- Chris Calianno
The Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors in game two of their first round playoff series to give them a 2-0 lead. This has fans optimistic about the teams chances moving forward.
4.20- Maya Dawitt
They’re taking a stand against the government and getting HIGH. Some DC, Maryland, and Virginia residents are lighting up and celebrating a day dedicated to smoking pot.
Relay For Life- Kelly Salloum
They came to tell life-changing stories. Cancer survivors, cancer supporters, hundreds of people – from all walks of life – gathered at the University of Maryland to remember those who lost their battle. And the ones who won.
Study Abroad- Amsterdam- Daven Desai
Studying Abroad is a great experience provide dot students her at the University of Maryland. Spending a semester in another country is exactly what some students need.
Josh Graduation- Daryoush Ashtary-Yazdi
Between exams and internship interviews April is a stressful time for college students. For seniors, it’s also the end of a chapter and the beginning of a new one.
Autism- John Borg
They’re fighting for those who can’t fight for themselves. One University of Maryland sorority is trying to help find a cure for one of the country’s most prevalent disorders.
We Don’t Just Give Tickets – Dante Webster
University of Maryland students say that they are getting RIPPED OFF. Many think that the school’s department of transportation services of DOTS gives out too many parking tickets, and the fines are too high. Terp Weekly Edition’s Dante Webster spoke to DOTS to get their side of the story.
Tuition Increase – Keri Enriquez
Paying for college is hard enough, now the University of Maryland is facing a five percent tuition increase next Fall and some students are worried how they will continue to afford their education like Junior Stacy Cristalis https://soundcloud.com/terp-weekly-edition/tuition-increase-keri-enriquez
Fast Food – Sandra Nyanchoka
It’s hard for a college student to eat healthy and some students say fast food is their only option. https://soundcloud.com/terp-weekly-edition/fast-food-sandra-nyanchoka
Music Matters – Arielle Amegashie
University of Maryland music majors are among a select few who have turned their passion into a major and get the chance to do what they love everyday for college credit. https://soundcloud.com/terp-weekly-edition/music-matters-arielle-amegashie
Alcohol At Games- Maya Dawit
Soda, water or alcohol? This fall, University of Maryland students might be able to crack open a beer at athletic events.
Cherry Blossoms- Kate Faiella
The Cherry Blossoms are some of Washington’s most iconic sights and people from all over the world come to photograph them every year.Terp Weekly Edition’s Kate Faiella asked an international student what she thinks.
Learning in College- Jessica Nicolao
With graduation quickly approaching students are looking back on their college education often times wondering ‘how much did I really learn?
More Than Little Faces – Dante Webster
Since 2011 emojis have been a part of the Apple keypad on their devices. However in 2015 Apple finally diversified their emojis and gave users racial options for certain characters. Terp Weekly Edition’s Dante Webster found out whether people appreciate this gesture or thought it was unnecessary.
Presidental Campaign – John Borg
It’s a long road to the 2016 elections… but Presidential political candidates are already hitting the campaign trail… in hopes of winning over voters.
UMD Biking to Go Green – Chris Calianno
The University of Maryland was recently named the “Nations Greenest University†by SaveOnEnergy.com. Some of its biggest green efforts are the alternative transportation solutions. Terp Weekly Edition’s Chris Calianno is in College Park, with more on what the University is doing to earn this distinction.
KD2DC Movement – Daryoush Ashtary
Could a local NBA superstar make his way back home to the Nation’s Capital in the 2016 offseason?…. Washington Wizards fans certainly think so.
Pell Grant Freeze- Daven Desai
University of Maryland is facing a tough financial battle. Tuition was raised 2 percent this semester…. with another 3 percent hike in the fall…and many students say they’re worried they can’t afford it anymore.
Linguaphile – Sandra Nyanchoka
Born in Utah and raised in France. A local math teacher happens to also be multilingual.
Organic Salsa-Keri Enriquez
For most students on a college budget…health and food quality aren’t top priorities…The University of Maryland is hoping to improve student health by bringing local food products to campus.
