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Darryll Pines (Courtesy of umd.edu)

Education, Local

Darryll Pines Named University of Maryland President

by WI Guest Author February 14, 2020December 21, 2021

The University System of Maryland Board of Regents has named Darryll Pines as the University of Maryland’s next president.

Maryland state Sen. Justin Ready (left in foreground) presents proposed legislation in Annapolis on Feb. 12 to improve safety in college sports and compensation for athletes. (William J. Ford/The Washington Informer)

Politics, William J. Ford

Jordan McNair-Inspired Bill Focuses on Safety, Compensation for College Athletes

by William J. Ford February 12, 2020December 21, 2021

**FILE** A view of the helmet of Maryland Terrapins offensive lineman Terrance Davis (75) with a sticker to commemorate the death of Jordan McNair (79) earlier this year on September 1, 2018, at FedEx Field in Landover, MD. The Maryland Terrapins defeated the Texas Longhorns, 34-29. (Photo by Mark Goldman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Local Sports, National, Sports

UM Athletic Staff Failed to Follow Procedures in Player’s Death: Internal Report

by William J. Ford September 24, 2018October 31, 2020