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UMD INFO College Introduces Technology and Information Design Major

Ava Thompson | The Diamondback - October 1, 2022

The new major focuses on building and designing prototypes for new technologies such as apps and computers.

(Video) Digitizing Artifacts from the Black Lives Matter Memorial Fence

Emily Davidson - September 23, 2022

A virtual panel discussion highlights the archival of protest art.

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NPR News: Crypto and Retirement Form a Controversial Combination (feat. M. R. Sauter)

Emily Davidson - September 22, 2022

Tensions rise between government regulators and pension fund managers over the prudence of crypto investments.

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NBC NEWS: A Viral Social Media Post Raises Concerns for Data Security (feat. Jen Golbeck)

Emily Davidson - September 22, 2022

Dr. Golbeck advises people to be skeptical of the data their devices request.

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Lifewire: Are Free Apps Worth the Risks to Your Data? (feat. Jessica Vitak)

Emily Davidson - September 22, 2022

Google Play Store reveals how users’ data is shared, but many may choose to value tech over privacy.

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The Conversation: How the Taliban’s New Regime Compares to the Last (feat. Cody Buntain)

Emily Davidson - September 22, 2022

Research by Dr. Buntain reveals changes in the Taliban’s oppressive tactics against women.

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MD Today: How AI Could Help Writers Spot Stereotypes (feat. Niklas Elmqvist)

Melissa Brachfeld | MD Today - September 19, 2022

Tool to Identify Social Biases in Creative Writing Ultimately Leaves Artists in Control

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Insight on Digital Curation for the Information Professional Certificate Program (DCIP)

- September 19, 2022

A review of four capstone projects that utilized the skills acquired from the DCIP certificate program

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Dr. Galina Reitz Develops iTAP a Collaborative Project Providing Technology Support to the Senior Community

- September 19, 2022

Local stakeholders and engaged knowledgeable students are eager to teach, support, train and help with basic computer skills.