The platform highlights university expertise
in election-related topics to support media and centralizes
important voting information for the UMD community
COLLEGE
PARK, Md., June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The
University of Maryland's new 2024
Election Hub offers media outlets easy access to the
university's faculty experts, news, events and resources across
various election-related topics while also pointing the UMD
community to valuable election information.
The platform, accessible at election.umd.edu, serves as a
comprehensive resource for journalists seeking authoritative voices
on issues ranging from voter behavior and campaign strategies to
congressional budgeting and rhetoric analysis. With a diverse
roster of esteemed faculty experts spanning various disciplines,
including information studies, public policy, psychology, and
economics, the University of Maryland
stands ready to provide nuanced perspectives and informed
commentary on the electoral process.
Key Features of the Election Hub Include:
- Diverse Experts: A directory showcasing many of the
University of Maryland's renowned
faculty experts, categorized by their affiliated school or college
and their areas of expertise. Media outlets can easily connect with
experts for insightful interviews and commentary on
election-related topics.
- Trending News: Stay informed with the university's
election-related coverage from its publication, Maryland Today, as
well as the university's news releases.
- Upcoming Events: A calendar showcasing forthcoming
election-related events at the university, offering valuable
opportunities for journalists to engage with the university
community.
- Tools and Resources: A detailed list of community
resources aggregated through TerpsVote, a nonpartisan initiative at
the University of Maryland whose
mission is to increase civic engagement at UMD by
institutionalizing positive voting behavior.
The website will be continually updated throughout the 2024
election season, giving media outlets access to the latest
information and insights. For media inquiries or to schedule
interviews with faculty experts, please contact
mediainfo@umd.edu.
About the University of
Maryland
The University of
Maryland (UMD) is the state's flagship university and a
leading public research institution, propelled by a $1.3 billion joint research enterprise. Located
four miles from Washington, D.C.,
the university is dedicated to addressing the grand challenges of
our time and is the nation's first Do Good campus. It is driven by
a diverse and proudly inclusive community of more than 50,000
fearless Terrapins. UMD is a top producer of Fulbright scholars and
offers an unparalleled student experience with more than 300
academic programs, 25 living-learning programs and 400 study abroad
programs. Spurred by a culture of innovation and creativity, UMD
faculty are global leaders in their field and include Nobel
laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners and members of the national
academies. For more information about the University of Maryland, visit umd.edu.
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