 Skip Fennell - Makes Mathematics Add Up for Educators
As president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Dr. Fennell goes the distance to ensure that students everywhere have access to top-quality mathematics education.
 Debora Johnson-Ross - Cool Enough for School
This popular culture researcher examines how the African concept of “cool” has been transformed in American culture.
 Elizabeth van den Berg - The Play’s the Thing
Serious fun defines the scene in this award-winning theatre arts professor’s workshops.
 Robin Armstrong - Helping Students Speak the Same Tune
Dr. Armstrong’s innovative, Web-based tutorial teaches the language of music.
 Volker Franke - Examining Terrorism’s Tough Questions
Worst-case scenarios are a teaching tool for this national security studies expert.
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Program aims to enlighten students about a culture that is of increasing significance in the United States and around the world. » Full Story
Before finalizing a deal with the Chicago White Sox to play professional baseball, Harold Baines Jr. had to reach an agreement with a higher authority: his mother. » Full Story
McDaniel students this fall will get a taste of Professor Greg Alles’ experience as he plans to immediately infuse it into such classes as “Stories from India.” » Full Story
If customer reviews and late-night talk shows are any indication, this year’s freshman class will arrive poised for debate. And that’s exactly why the committee selected “The Outliers” as this year’s summer reading. » Full Story
English major David P. Greisman ‘07 earns three awards, including first place for best boxing column, in national writing contest. » Full Story
Students – at McDaniel and in Carroll County – are the beneficiaries of grants from the Jessie Ball DuPont Fund, the Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation and the Bank of America. And, grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Service (IMLS) will help preserve the treasures of the college’s distinguished past. » Full Story
The blue crab is the undisputed star of the Chesapeake, but on June 6, film and video studies professor Jonathan Slade picked up an Emmy as producer, writer and editor of a documentary about Maryland’s favorite crustacean. » Full Story
The Baltimore Ravens kick off their 14th training camp at McDaniel College with two practices – 8:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. – on July 28. Ravens rookies, quarterbacks and select players have four practices – all open to fans and media – before all veterans arrive July 29. » Full Story
A round up of McDaniel professors’ research and study in their fields. » Full Story
Unplug for a while, find some shade, and dive into the summer issue of the magazine. » Full Story
McDaniel students will again explore Israel’s sites sacred to Christians, Jews and Muslims as well as Prague’s magnificent architecture during this 17-day study adventure. » Full Story
Read on for a list of events on the Hill in the coming weeks. » Full Story
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Among the growing number of wireless internet hotspots on campus are Memorial Plaza, the Sculpture Garden, Rouzer Hall Lounges, Ensor Lounge, The Pub, Commuter Lounge, Library Skybox, Whiteford Common Area, and the McDaniel House Commons Area.
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They’re up and running! McDaniel’s track and field athletes are competing on great new venues for pole vault, high jump, long jump, javelin, shot put, and discus. More about Green Terror Athletics...
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Hoover Library recently acquired 250 books in just one month, including Tao Te Ching and Cracking the GRE. Offering dozens of online databases and journals, plus CD-ROMs, periodicals, and books, the library is always changing. More…
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The North Village residential complex resembles a series of country manor homes. Each six-person suite is equipped with a large kitchen area, living room, and high-speed Internet access. More about residential life…
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College launches new minor in Latino and Latin American Studies
When pro baseball calls, first call your mother
McDaniel professor back from Fulbright adventure in India
First-year students to read and discuss ‘Outliers’
Alumnus is a knockout writer
‘Eatin’ Crabs’ Earns Emmy for Professor
Ravens land at McDaniel summer roost July 28
Time to chill with The Hill
Jan Term study trip to Israel and Prague set
Hill Happenings
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