Sidewalks often covered in snow When campus remains open after a snowstorm, sidewalks are often still icy or slushy. While ice skating is fun, no…
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UMBC’s ambivalence in the face of change Given the sudden influx of global action over the past year or so, students of UMBC have recently…
Increases in tuition unexpected and lofty Increased tuition for UMBC students worsens an already large burden. It seems that higher education, the stepping-stone to prosperity,…
Slow start, but steady finish for UMBC’s casual carpooling program Carpooling at UMBC used to appear obsolete, but now with the growth of more events…
Small classes engender more learning in universities UMBC’s lectures are currently in the province of the professor to decide whether or not the lecture component…
Students of UMBC have resources to succeed, but not all take advantage UMBC provides many resources for students in finding jobs and internships that are…
International students will find cheaper off-campus housing When it comes to finding a place to live year-round, it is more affordable to live off-campus. UMBC…
UMBC proves successful in protection against cyber attacks With cyber attacks against universities on the rise, online college security systems, including those at UMBC, work…
Why our administration should dodge the trend of mandatory attendance UMBC’s lectures are currently in the province of the professor – to decide whether or…
Frequent delays in construction pose a hassle to students Few would argue that enhancement of our facilities isn’t a good thing, but could the campus…
UMBC lacks adequate care for walkways in inclement weather Even after many construction and improvement projects to better draining conditions on UMBC’s campus, some areas…
Minority religions not given off for their holidays Getting rid of mentions of any religious holidays in regards to school breaks doesn’t actually fix the…
Removing references to religion in schools’ breaks for the best It is impractical to close public schools for all religious holidays. There was a recent…
Frank Warren’s PostSecret Lecture started mental health conversation, let’s continue it Mental illness is a prevalent issue on college campuses, and it is important to…
A noble cause faces off against student apathy The Real Food Challenge aims to increase awareness about what constitutes “real” food and why it matters…
Zipcars at UMBC, but students don’t utilize their benefits Zipcar, a convenient car rental service, has come to UMBC. Many students are unaware of their…