UMD Gardens Win County-Wide Award
H. Edward Reiley Azalea and Rhododendron Garden Two of the University of Maryland’s gardens have won county-wide recognition by winning the Prince George’s County Beautification Award.
Sustainability Seven: Michael Carmichael, Facilities Management
Michael Carmichael, Stormwater Management and Maintenance Inspector By Nicolle Schorchit , Communications Intern, for the Office of Sustainability, see the original article here:
UMD Coaches Help Lead Team USA to an “Olympic” Win in International Soil Judging
UMD Coaches Needelman and Mack at the International Soil Judging Contest in Brazil. Team USA took first place in the Third International Soil Judging Contest this August in Brazil, with UMD coaches front and center to
International Society of Arboriculture Board Certified Master Arborist®
The University of Maryland Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is proud to announce that Richard Jones, campus arborist for the University, has passed the exam to earn the title of International Society of Arboriculture Board Certified Master Arborist®.
Extraordinary Public Service to the University
Mr. Luis Alfonzo, horticulturist at the University of Maryland Mr.
Miner Bees Moving In
"...conspicuous as they noisily swing their ponderous bodies to and fro on the wing, arrive home and scramble into their burrows or come tumbling out headlong and dash off into the sunny fields, with all the exuberance of boys just out of school." Phil Rau, The Biology and Behavior of Mining Bee
Sunrise Yoga in the Garden
Many studies cite the importance of being part of the natural world around us. Regardless of the type of activity, whether it's hands-on gardening, digging in the dirt, taking a walk or a hike, camping, or just quietly experiencing nature, it can lower blood pressure, relieve stress, and encourage connections.
Now Is the Time for Trees: A Message from Arbor Day Foundation President Dan Lambe
Photo by Sam Bahr Today is National Arbor Day and to note this important day, we share the words of Arbor Day Foundation President Dan Lambe:
University of Maryland Named a Tree Campus USA for 10th Consecutive Year
The University of Maryland was honored with the 2017 Tree Campus USA®recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to promoting healthy trees and environmental stewardship . This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Tree Campus designation, with UMD making the list each year.
Good Neighbor Day Registration is Open!
Calling all volunteers, students, staff, faculty, families, and friends! Good Neighbor Day registration is now open! Sign up to give back to our community while having fun in the sun with your friends!