COLLEGE PARK, MD – Following its successful relaunch in Spring 2025, UNWIND Magazine continues its momentum with the Spring 2026 issue, further amplifying the voices of students in the Media, Self and Society Scholars program at the University of Maryland. Building on last year’s return, the new edition expands the magazine’s storytelling with deeper reporting, fresh visual features and new perspectives on traditions and communities that shape campus life.
Written, edited, and produced entirely by students, UNWIND remains a platform for emerging media professionals to explore the Terp experience–from untold campus stories to cultural touchstones to the evolving identity of Maryland today.
The Spring 2026 issue features a diverse range of stories and visuals, including:
- Scholars’ Spotlight: Showcasing student practicum experiences
- Quiet Achiever, Unassuming Presence: recognizing impact beyond the spotlight through UMD’s Campus Farm
- Photo Essay: Who’s Watching Whom? Wildlife On Campus: Exploring nature within the university community of birdwatching
- The Spirits Within the Shell: An investigative dive into long-standing campus culture, uncovering the origins and meanings behind Maryland’s myths and traditions.
- Easing Turtle Turmoil: A look at how campus tour guides shape first impressions, share institutional history and help prospective students feel at home.
- Returning to the NCAA Basketball Big Time: Reflecting on the continued success of Maryland’s men’s and women’s basketball programs and their place on the national stage.
- Where Everybody Knows the Score: A tribute to the nearly 50-year legacy of RJ Bentley's as a cornerstone of game-day culture and Terp tradition.
The UNWIND pilot issue is available online by clicking here.
"The progress since the last launch has been exciting, and I am ready to work with the new members from the 2026 team for their new stories that UNWIND can give back to the UMD community," said Carole Lee, Media Scholars associate director. "This magazine offers students valuable experience in creating and promoting a publication that examines and celebrates campus history, tradition, and student experiences."
The UNWIND team is already looking ahead to future issues and encourages the UMD community to share their story ideas. What aspects of campus culture, history, or student experiences would you like to see featured in upcoming editions?
About UNWIND Magazine:
UNWIND is a student-run magazine at the University of Maryland, dedicated to highlighting the work of Media Scholars and exploring the diverse experiences of life on and around the College Park campus.
Contact: Carole Lee, Media Scholars Associate Director, clee123@umd.edu