The president of the University of Maryland is recommending that Byrd Stadium be renamed, saying the segregationist legacy of the long-honored alumnus and former college leader does not align with the university’s mission. Wallace Loh announced to the U-Md. campus community Monday afternoon that he believes the new name should be Maryland Stadium. It’s an emotional issue for many in the U-Md. community, as the football stadium is one of the most visible symbols of pride and commitment to the flagship campus in College Park. But it has long had a name that for some is tied to tradition and for others to racism.

December 7, 2015 ・ From The Washington Post