UMD Lays Off 84 Employees During ‘Period of Uncertainty’

UMD lays off 84 employees during ‘period of uncertainty’

Students walk across McKeldin Mall on the University of Maryland, College Park's campus. (Photo by Sam Gauntt/Maryland Matters)The University of Maryland, College Park, announced 84 employees were laid off Wednesday, according to a letter from school officials addressed to “colleagues.” The letter blames the layoffs on a projected increase in energy costs by $18 million, with a decrease of $15 million in federal funding in fiscal 2027. The lette…

University of Maryland laid off 84 employees, noting ‘uncertain’ future for the school

The University of Maryland, College Park, laid off 84 employees on Wednesday, according to a letter sent to the faculty and students.