News@McDaniel 10/14/08
Inspiring independence
Abigail Vickers '11 and Kaya
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- With an eye toward helping people with disabilities, a group of McDaniel students has launched the country's only college-based organization that is working for Canine Companions for Independence, a national nonprofit group of volunteers who train assistance dogs. » Full Story
Hill Happenings
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- Visit this story for a three-week listing of events at McDaniel College. » Full Story
Madrigal Singers unravel a murder mystery
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- The group’s fourth annual Madrigal Feast will draw from subjects ranging from love to despair. » Full Story
Alumna, former legislator discusses women’s struggle for political power
Ellen Sauerbrey '59
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- Ellen Sauerbrey '59 has crusaded for women’s rights all over the world. Former ambassador to the U.N. commission on the Status of Women, she is a staunch supporter of families. » Full Story
Alumnus to give Holloway Lecture
Kevin McLaughlin '81
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- Alumnus and Brown University Professor Kevin McLaughlin '81 returns to the Hill to present “Wiped Out: Matthew Arnold’s Resignation,” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 28 in McDaniel Lounge. The lecture is free and open to the public. » Full Story
First year seminars help pave the way
Leanna Webb ’12
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- With more than two dozen course offerings spanning a wide range of interests and disciplines, freshmen find ample opportunities to learn more about themselves and the world around them. » Full Story
Bingo makes for lively debate viewing
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- McDaniel students taking a Critical Thinking course are closely scrutinizing the presidential and vice-president candidates’ words for flaws in their logic or arguments – and angling for a sweet reward – in rounds of “Debate Fallacy Bingo.” » Full Story
Sports Wrap
Kevin Bowman
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- Here’s a look at McDaniel’s athletic matches for the past two weeks. » Full Story