Community Resources

Provides leadership and resources to build inclusive LGBTQ+ communities on campus. Offers social and educational programs, training, and support for people of diverse genders and sexualities.

Community hub where students can connect, grow and find a sense of belonging. This newly designed space was shaped by the collective voices of our student body and created to honor and celebrate the richness of our campus community.The center features five lounges and a multipurpose room. Each space is thoughtfully designed to reflect the cultures it represents, offering opportunities to learn, connect and build a shared sense of belonging for all Terps.

Offers support, community-building, and learning opportunities. Programs include Words of Engagement dialogue courses, bias support, accessibility advocacy, tutoring, mentoring, and academic support.

Serves as the hub for Black social, cultural, and intellectual life through lectures, seminars, workshops, art exhibits, and more.

A collective of faith leaders who support the spiritual needs of the campus community, representing a wide range of religious traditions.

Provides short- and long-term support to help students meet basic needs and thrive at UMD. Services include food and housing assistance, financial wellness resources, and specialized support for first-gen and undocumented students.

Helps international students and scholars with immigration, adjustment to U.S. life, and campus integration.

Enhances the experience of multi-ethnic and underrepresented students through services that support retention, graduation, and academic achievement.

UMD offers many identity-based and cultural student orgs. Use Terplink to browse and join groups; the Student Organization Resource Center (SORC) can help with questions.

The Office of Civil Rights and Sexual Misconduct (OCRSM) administers the University of Maryland's non-discrimination policies and works to foster a learning and working environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct.

UMD’s main provider of free, confidential therapy and mental health services. Also offers crisis intervention, outreach, and referrals.

Leads UMD’s efforts toward campus accessibility and responds to disability-related concerns and reports of discrimination.

Provides reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access for students with disabilities. Offers support, advocacy, and guidance on accessibility matters.