“UMD” can refer to multiple institutions and terms:
University of Maryland (UMD):
A prominent public research university located in College Park, Maryland, near Washington, D.C. Established in 1856, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines. The university’s athletic teams are known as the Maryland Terrapins, competing in NCAA Division I as part of the Big Ten Conference.
Recent Highlight: The University of Maryland has announced that Kermit the Frog will deliver the commencement address for the class of 2025 on May 21, 2025. This choice honors the legacy of Jim Henson, the Muppets’ creator and a UMD alumnus.
University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD):
A public university located in Duluth, Minnesota. Part of the University of Minnesota system, UMD offers various undergraduate and graduate programs and is known for its research initiatives.
Universal Media Disc (UMD):
An optical disc format developed by Sony for use with the PlayStation Portable (PSP) handheld gaming console. Introduced in 2004, UMDs could store up to 1.8 GB of data, including games, movies, and music. The format was discontinued in 2017.