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10/9/2026 | Volume 2 | Issue 4
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Welcome back to the Aftershock, The Black Explosion's weekly newsletter.
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Before enjoying a restful fall break, learn more about how changes to SNAP eligibility requirements are impacting UMD students, a visit by an award winning Beninese singer and more.
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-Razak Diallo, Editor-in-Chief
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When SNAP says no, where do students go?
By Sophia Parkins | Photo: Sophia Parkins
Following the passage of last year's One Big Beautiful Bill in congress, millions of Americans have lost access to essential federal aid. Food assistance was particularly impacted due to tightened eligibility requirements for benefits.
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At UMD, some students previously eligible for benefits have had to turn to different support services on-campus.
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Do you know Africa’s premier diva?
By Princess Tatsi | Photo: The Clarice Performing Arts Center
On Monday night, Beninese singer and five-time Grammy-winner Angelique Kidjo, had a conversation about music, culture and advocacy with Dean of Arts and Humanities Stephanie Shonekan.
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