UMD Police Dept.

Official Twitter page of the UMD Police Department, College Park, MD. Not monitored 24/7. For emergencies call 301-405-3333 or 911.

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, UMPD will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in support of our effort to crackdown on impaired driving in the College Park area. The checkpoint will be conducted from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., near the @UofMaryland campus.

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[Univ. of Maryland @UofMaryland]

Dedicated on October 12, 1952, our @ChapelUMD honors members of the UMD community who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

This #MemorialDay, we honor and remember all who have given their lives in service to our nation. 🇺🇸

[Univ. of Maryland @UofMaryland]

It’s official – congratulations to our newest Terrapin grads! 💛 #UMDGrad 🎓

[Univ. of Maryland @UofMaryland]

Tonight we celebrate our graduating Terps’ years of achievements and countless memories made along the way!

Everything you need to know for the main ceremony: https://t.co/ByGhLjdvsV

Can’t make it? Check out our livestream: https://t.co/O253YinItK #UMDGrad🎓

[Univ. of Maryland @UofMaryland]

Getting ready for Commencement? 🎉🎓

Check out these tips to know before you go ⬇️ and find all the info at https://t.co/O253YinItK #UMDgrad

[Univ. of Maryland @UofMaryland]

Due to the forecast for severe weather on May 20, the main Commencement ceremony will move to its planned alternative date on Thursday, May 21, 2026. This change does not affect individual school and college ceremonies.

We understand that this change may be disruptive, but know that we have made this decision to prioritize safety and to provide the best possible experience for graduates and guests.

More information and the ceremony live stream will be available at https://t.co/YXQrhIQ4Ib. We look forward to celebrating our Terrapin graduates! #UMDGrad

[PGPDNEWS @PGPDNews]

The suspect in Friday's violent crime spree has been identified as 68-year-old Larry James Simpson of Glen Burnie.
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[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

This evening we sent a follow-up email to our community about the off-campus incident that occurred earlier today.

The email is available at https://t.co/hnDPBhiHWx

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

UMD COMMUNITY ALERT: Last Update

This is the last message for the off-campus sound of gunfire incident at Lakeland Rd and Rhode Island Ave. The Prince George's County Police Department is continuing to investigate.

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

(2/2) the suspect vehicle was east on Campus Drive, heading towards Kenilworth Avenue, away from campus. More information to follow when it becomes available.

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

(1/2) UMD COMMUNITY ALERT: Off Campus Sound of Gunfire

Police are on scene at Lakeland Rd and Rhode Island Ave for the sound of gunfire. Witness reported that a suspect in a dark color sedan fired 3 shots in the air and then left the scene. The last know direction of travel for

[Maryland Terrapins @umterps]

Happy Mother’s Day to all our Terp moms! 💐❤️

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

(2/2) to [email protected]. Continue to check https://t.co/a5T5TR12nP for more.

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

(1/2) UMD Advisory: Canvas is Restored

Canvas is restored. Following an assessment by the Division of IT, access is being fully restored at UMD. We remain vigilant in assessing this situation and ask that you report any issues you may notice while using the platform

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

(2/2) The wifi outage is now resolved, and the wifi network is restored. We acknowledge the concerns these IT disruptions are causing, and we will share information on the Division of IT website.

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

(1/2) UMD Advisory: IT Update

Canvas is unavailable nationwide likely due to a security incident. More information will be posted to https://t.co/a5T5TR12nP as we learn more. UMD experienced an unrelated brief network disruption to the wifi network due to a disconfigured switch.

[WRAP.org @WRAP_org]

It’s here. If you’ll be out celebrating Cinco de Mayo today and drinking, please designate a sober driver or use WRAP’s #SoberRide!

(SoberRide code to be posted at 3:00 pm today at https://t.co/6cAYMRtXzy. Limited quantities available.)

🎊 #VivaSafety https://t.co/uvjSWNBk19

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

A UMD Community Advisory was sent this afternoon, for an off-campus assault (2nd degree) that occurred earlier this morning. The Prince George's County Police Department is investigating.

For more details, visit https://t.co/AVY2EYoJCX

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

We are Seeking our Community’s Help. The person pictured below is the suspect in the McKeldin Library Incidents that occurred on 2/12/26, 3/25/26, & 4/27/26.

Anyone w/ info regarding the identity of the suspect, call 301-405-6249.

Visit https://t.co/WIhQuccmkK for details.

[UMD Police Dept. @UMPD]

A UMD Community Advisory was sent on April 29, 2026, for an off-campus voyeur incident that occurred on April 27, 2026. The Prince George's County Police Department is investigating.

For more details, visit https://t.co/pjdbFPvPeV