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Student-centered faculty retire from three programs

Associate Professor of Theatre Arts Emeritus Ron Miller with students in Playback Theatre.
Turning in final grade reports on May 21 marks more than the end of the spring term for faculty members Drs. Ron Miller, BoAnn Bohman and Herb Phelps. Having decided to retire, these teaching scholars were cited at the final faculty… Full Story

 

New report commends McDaniel College for its commitment to helping low-income students

McDaniel College is among the best private liberal arts colleges nationwide making college more accessible and affordable for those with the greatest financial need, according to a report released by the New America Foundation.  Full Story

 

Honors students serve LGBT communities through their projects

Students in professor Sara Raley’s Serving LGBT Communities class visit the Human Rights Campaign, (first row, left to right) Clara Burgess, Julia Jacobs, Alexa Riland, Garrett Schey; (second row, left to right) Cicely Hazell, Candice Lyle, Mike Bucci,
The students in professor Sara Raley’s Jan Term Honors class took their LGBT service-learning projects in directions that hadn’t even occurred to their professor –  and that makes Raley smile with pride.  Full Story

 

Communication students consult with local businesses

By the time professor Robert Lemieux’s Organizational Communication students finished presenting their consulting reports to representatives of Gunner’s Grille of Taneytown, Md., and The Arc of Carroll County, new ideas and partnerships… Full Story

 

Psychology professor named to state top 20 list

Stephanie Madsen
It’s easy to see why Stephanie Madsen is rated among the top 20 Psychology professors at Maryland colleges and universities. Behold her office: children’s bedtime storybooks litter her desk and floor, and she’s planned milk and cookies for… Full Story

 

Spring awards recognize student accomplishments

Associate Dean of Academic Affairs Debora Johnson-Ross with Andrew Keogh.
More than 25 honors for academic achievement and leadership were awarded to juniors, sophomores and first-year students during the April 28 Spring Awards ceremony held in Englar Dining Hall. Students were also named to two prestigious… Full Story

 

Hoover Library Terrace gets facelift thanks to Seidels

Ethan and Debbie Seidel.
With spring’s arrival, students find the library courtyard — a perfect outdoor retreat for contemplation, study and socializing — much improved and with furnishings thanks to a gift from Ethan and Debbie Seidel. Full Story

 

Sports Wrap 5-7-13

Katie Corson running at a track meet.
Katie Corson of Ocean View, N.J. accomplished her collegiate track goal when she broke the 60-second barrier in the 400 m May 5 at the 2013 Centennial Conference (CC) women's track and field championships. Full Story

 

Hill Happenings 5-7-13 to 7-14-13

Fellow McDaniel graduates celebrate together.
Read on for a list of events on the Hill in the coming weeks. Full Story

 

McDaniel names campus building Merritt Hall

(Left to right) Board Chair Martin K.P. Hill, President Roger Casey, Gail Merritt (Leroy’s wife), Shelia and Robb Merritt (Leroy’s daughter-in-law and son, president of Merritt Properties), Scott Dorsey (Leroy’s first cousin and chairman/CEO of Merr
More than 100 alumni, friends and family members of Leroy Merritt ’52, gathered on May 4 during Reunion Weekend for the naming ceremony of Academic Hall, in memory of Merritt whose passed away in 2010. Full Story

 

 
Exams
May 16, 2013, 12:00 am
International Club Meeting
May 16, 2013, 6:00 pm
Undergraduate Semester Ends
May 17, 2013, 12:00 am
Senior Week
May 19, 2013, 12:00 am
ROTC Commissioning Ceremony
May 24, 2013, 10:00 am
Commencement
May 25, 2013, 2:00 pm
Memorial Day
May 27, 2013, 12:00 am
Undergraduate Summer Session I Begins
May 28, 2013, 12:00 am
McDaniel Day Training
May 28, 2013, 9:00 am
Employee/Family Picnic
May 28, 2013, 2:00 pm