- August 20, 2026
Sustaining a Living Legacy
Across the University of Maryland campus, gardens and outdoor spaces provide much more than beauty. They create places for learning, reflection, recreation and community while supporting pollinators, managing stormwater, providing shade and strengthening the campus ecosystem. Unlike buildings or mon...View Article Details for Sustaining a Living Legacy 
May 14, 2026UMD Earns Bird City “High Flyer” Recognition
The University of Maryland Arboretum and Botanical Gardens has once again been recognized as a Bird City Maryland “High Flyer” campus, an honor awarded to campuses demonstrating significant commitment to bird-friendly practices, habitat conservation, sustainability, and community engagement. The “Hi...View Article Details for UMD Earns Bird City “High Flyer” Recognition - April 28, 2026
Treat Yourself to a Nature Break
There are more than 50 gardens on the College Park campus, many with a cozy bench where you can soak up the fragrances amid a peaceful environment. Here are just five examples selected by Director of Landscape and Special Services Karen Petroff and Arboretum Outreach Coordinator Meg Smolinski. They ...View Article Details for Treat Yourself to a Nature Break 
March 10, 2026Behind the Curtain and Under the Lights at the Clarice
As the Clarice celebrates its 25th Anniversary season, FM has completed a multi-year program to modernize the house lighting system, balancing aesthetics, fiscal responsibility, and environmental stewardship.View Article Details for Behind the Curtain and Under the Lights at the Clarice 
March 10, 2026Elevator Outages: What You Need to Know
Almost every day, somewhere on campus, an elevator will come to a stop. Facilities Management (FM) constantly monitors them and is always ready to respond. Here’s what can disrupt elevator service and how FM works to minimize disruption to the UMD community.View Article Details for Elevator Outages: What You Need to Know 
February 02, 2026Steam Outages on Campus: What to Know
When a steam outage occurs, it can affect heating, hot water, and other building systems across campus. This overview explains how the campus steam system works, what impacts may occur during an outage, and what to expect as service is restored. What is the campus steam system? The university operat...View Article Details for Steam Outages on Campus: What to Know
