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It’s official – congratulations to our newest Terrapin grads! 💛 #UMDGrad 🎓

Tonight we celebrate our graduating Terps’ years of achievements and countless memories made along the way! Everything you need to know for the main ceremony: go.umd.edu/2bc5 Can’t make it? Check out our livestream: commencement.umd.edu #UMDGrad🎓

Getting ready for Commencement? 🎉🎓 Check out these tips to know before you go ⬇️ and find all the info at commencement.umd.edu #UMDgrad

Due to the forecast for severe weather on May 20, the main Commencement ceremony will move to its planned alternative date on Thursday, May 21, 2026. This change does not affect individual school and college ceremonies. We understand that this change may be disruptive, but know that we have made this decision to prioritize safety and to provide the best possible experience for graduates and guests. More information and the ceremony live stream will be available at commencement.umd.edu. We look forward to celebrating our Terrapin graduates! #UMDGrad

The suspect in Friday's violent crime spree has been identified as 68-year-old Larry James Simpson of Glen Burnie. pgpolice.blogspot.com/2026/05/pgpd-c…

This evening we sent a follow-up email to our community about the off-campus incident that occurred earlier today. The email is available at umpdnews.umd.edu/follow-campus-…

UMD COMMUNITY ALERT: Last Update This is the last message for the off-campus sound of gunfire incident at Lakeland Rd and Rhode Island Ave. The Prince George's County Police Department is continuing to investigate.

(2/2) the suspect vehicle was east on Campus Drive, heading towards Kenilworth Avenue, away from campus. More information to follow when it becomes available.

(1/2) UMD COMMUNITY ALERT: Off Campus Sound of Gunfire Police are on scene at Lakeland Rd and Rhode Island Ave for the sound of gunfire. Witness reported that a suspect in a dark color sedan fired 3 shots in the air and then left the scene. The last know direction of travel for

Happy Mother’s Day to all our Terp moms! 💐❤️

(2/2) to itsupport@umd.edu. Continue to check it.umd.edu for more.

(1/2) UMD Advisory: Canvas is Restored Canvas is restored. Following an assessment by the Division of IT, access is being fully restored at UMD. We remain vigilant in assessing this situation and ask that you report any issues you may notice while using the platform

(2/2) The wifi outage is now resolved, and the wifi network is restored. We acknowledge the concerns these IT disruptions are causing, and we will share information on the Division of IT website.

(1/2) UMD Advisory: IT Update Canvas is unavailable nationwide likely due to a security incident. More information will be posted to it.umd.edu as we learn more. UMD experienced an unrelated brief network disruption to the wifi network due to a disconfigured switch.

It’s here. If you’ll be out celebrating Cinco de Mayo today and drinking, please designate a sober driver or use WRAP’s #SoberRide! (SoberRide code to be posted at 3:00 pm today at SoberRide.com. Limited quantities available.) 🎊 #VivaSafety wrap.org/free-cinco-de-…

A UMD Community Advisory was sent this afternoon, for an off-campus assault (2nd degree) that occurred earlier this morning. The Prince George's County Police Department is investigating. For more details, visit umpdnews.umd.edu/umd-community-…

We are Seeking our Community’s Help. The person pictured below is the suspect in the McKeldin Library Incidents that occurred on 2/12/26, 3/25/26, & 4/27/26. Anyone w/ info regarding the identity of the suspect, call 301-405-6249. Visit go.umd.edu/UMPD043026 for details.

A UMD Community Advisory was sent on April 29, 2026, for an off-campus voyeur incident that occurred on April 27, 2026. The Prince George's County Police Department is investigating. For more details, visit umpdnews.umd.edu/umd-community-…

A UMD Advisory email was sent this evening for an indecent exposure that occurred earlier today. For more details, please visit umpdnews.umd.edu/umd-advisory-0…

Our #TakeBackDay collection site at the Pocomoke Building is open until 2 p.m. Help loosen the grip of Rx drug misuse--drop off your unneeded meds today.  To find a collection site near you, visit DEATakeBack.com  #opioidcrisis