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Come Back! Alumni Weekend 2023

We are excited to announce our 2023 Alumni Weekend's full event schedule and hope you will join us on the Hill for the fun!

 

 

Join us for our reimagined Alumni Weekend from June 2-4 where ALL alumni can celebrate their love for the Hill! A full slate of memorable events includes our 2023 Alumni Association Awards Dinner, The Sweetest Party – a dessert reception that kicks off the weekend in honor of our 2023 Alumni Award Winners, Alumni College (get back to the classroom without the stress of finals) to listen to various topics of interest, family-friendly Green Terror for Life Festival, Vow Renewal Ceremony (for those of you who found love on the Hill), the All Alumni Dinner, Milestone Reunion Celebrations, and so much more! The weekend is full of traditions and opportunities to make new memories on the Hill!

Podium with Alumni Awards on table

Announcing our 2023 Alumni Association Award Recipients

 

We are thrilled to announce our 2023 Alumni Association Award Recipients! Join us in honoring our deserving alumni at the Alumni Association Awards celebration on Friday, June 2 as part of our fun-filled Alumni Weekend! 

                                     Alum of the Year – Corynne Courpas ’76

                                      Young Alumni - Jasmin Chavez-Cruz ’19

                                     Community Service – Ludley Howard ’84

                                  Professional Achievement – Greg Merril ’87

                                         College Service – Donald Schenk ’71

                           Joseph R. Bailer Award - Barbara Shelley M.S. '90

 

This is event is full. Send a congratulatory note to one of our amazing award recipients.

 

Aerial View of Campus and Stadium

Alumni Weekend Events Friday, June 2 - Sunday, June 4


Be sure to wear your Green & Gold when you return to the Hill! Old traditions and new surprises await!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Friday Event Schedule

ALUMNI CHECK-IN
11 a.m. - 11 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Ensor Lounge
When you arrive on campus, be sure to check-in to receive your name tag, limited edition Alumni Weekend swag, and connect with our Alumni Engagement Team! Golf carts will be available to shuttle alumni from parking lots to event locations - hop in one with your college pals to take a trip down memory lane to check out your favorite spots on the Hill! 

 

PRESIDENT’S LUNCHEON #$ 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Naganna Forum

Alumni 50-plus years plus (1973 or before) are invited to join President Jasken and welcome the class of 1973 to the GOLDen reunion group! Tickets are $50 per person.

LEGACY SOCIETY DESSERT RECEPTION # 1-2 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Ensor Terrace

Meet with us over coffee and desserts to learn how the Legacy Society impacts the college and future Green Terrors. Alumni 50-plus years out and current Legacy Society members are invited.

2023 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARDS CELEBRATION #$ 5-8 p.m. | Roj Student Center

The Hill Dining Porch will feature a cocktail hour (cash bar) with beverages and hors d’oeuvres hosted by the Alumni Council to kick off our annual Alumni Association Award celebration! Be sure to check out the beautiful Alumni Association Awards wall featuring our 2023 awardees as  you make your way to the Forum for the Awards celebration. Join us to learn more about your fellow alumni and celebrate their accomplishments while dining from a served buffet. Tickets are $50 per person.

THE SWEETEST PARTY # 8-11 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Ensor Lounge

Kick-off a weekend of fun at the sweetest spot on the Hill! Join us in congratulating the 2023 Alumni Award recipients with delicious desserts and drinks! A cash bar will be available.  

Saturday Event Schedule

ALUMNI WEEKEND CHECK-IN
8:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Ensor Lounge

Just arriving today? Be sure to check-in to receive your name tag, limited edition Alumni Weekend swag, and connect with our Alumni Engagement Team! Golf carts will be available to shuttle alumni from parking lots to event locations - hop in one with your college pals to take a trip down memory lane to check out your favorite spots on the Hill.

ALUMNI COLLEGE # Two Sessions Offered 9 -9:30 a.m., 9:45-10:15 a.m. | Various Academic Halls & the McDaniel Environmental Center

School’s out for the summer, but our Alumni College is in session! Two sessions will be offered (9-9:30 a.m. and 9:45-10:15 a.m.) with a tour of our McDaniel Environmental Center provided during the first session (8:30-9:15 a.m.). Once you register for Alumni Weekend, a course schedule will be sent in April for you to register, securing a spot in the class!

Click here to see the full list of Alumni College classes.

PRESIDENTIAL WELCOME & CLASS GIVING AWARDS 10:30 a.m. | WMC Alumni Hall

Join us for a presidential welcome from our tenth president, Julia Jasken, as she highlights news about your alma mater and presents the 2023 Class Giving Awards.

MEMORIAL BELL RINGING 11:30 a.m. | Memorial Plaza (and Livestream)

Gather with fellow alumni and the McDaniel community for a special memorial bell ringing ceremony led by members of the Student Alumni Council to honor alumni who have passed. The event will be followed by the singing of our cherished alma mater. (The program will include names of alumni who we have been notified of passing since Sept. 16, 2022.)

HERITAGE LUNCHEON #$ 12-1:30 p.m. | Merritt Hall, Third Floor

This special luncheon allows our alumni who are 51-plus years out  (1972 or before) to enjoy conversations with fellow alumni while reminiscing about treasured memories at WMC over a gourmet, served buffet. Tickets are $50 per person.

GREEN TERROR FOR LIFE FESTIVAL # 12-3 p.m. | Outside (near Gill Center and the Quad)

Bring the family and grab lunch (pay as you go) from a food truck or pack your own picnic, take a photo with the Green Terror, and reconnect with classmates while your Tiny Terrors bounce, run, and have fun at this family friendly event! Designated areas will be marked for affinity meet ups for ROTC and Greek Organizations.

WATER TOWER DEDICATION # 2-2:30 p.m. | Base of the Water Tower

Celebrate the generosity of the WMC Heritage Society, our work with the City of Westminster, and many other donors who supported the repainting of the iconic Water Tower.

GREEN & GOLD SOCIAL # 2-3 p.m. | Gill Center, Upper Mezzanine

Join members from our athletic staff and connect with fellow alumni athletes while reliving the magic of competing for the Green Terror!

ALL IN THE FAMILY LEGACY PHOTOS 3 p.m. | Hoover Library, Outside steps

Get ready to smile and show off your Green Terror lineage in our All in the Family Legacy Photo.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING SOCIAL # 4-5:30 p.m. | Roj Student Center, The Hill Dining Porch

The DEI Committee of the Alumni Council is hosting this dedicated time for BIPOC alumni allies to share experiences about living and learning on the Hill.

VOW RENEWAL CEREMONY # 4:30 p.m. | Little Baker Chapel

We love LOVE! All WMC/McDaniel alumni couples are invited to join us in college spirit wear as we celebrate your love for each other during a special vow renewal ceremony, complete with a (non-alcoholic) toast! 

MILESTONE REUNION HAPPY HOUR #$ 5-6:15 p.m. | Hill Hall, Ground Floor

For the classes celebrating milestone reunions '08 (15 years), '03 (20 years), '98 (25 years), '93 (30 years), '88 (35 years), '83 (40 years) – join your class for happy hour before the All Alumni Dinner. Tickets are $20 per person.

CLASS OF 1973 - 50TH GOLDEN REUNION CELEBRATION #$ 5-8 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Naganna Forum

For our cherished GOLDen Reunion Class! Join your fellow alumni from the class of 1973 to share your times on the Hill. Dine from a served buffer and enjoy a cash bar. Tickets are $73 per person.

GOLD CRAB FEAST #$ 6-8 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Ensor Terrace

All Graduates of the Last Decade are invited to join us for a traditional crab feast – complete with all the side dishes. Milestone reunions for the classes of '22 (1 year), '18 (5 years), and '13 (10 years) will be celebrated at the feast! Tickets are $35 per person.

ALL ALUMNI DINNER #$ 6-8 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Englar Dining Hall

All alumni are welcome to share their memories with classmates during our All Alumni Dinner with a nod to our fellow Green Terrors celebrating milestone reunions '08 (15 years), '03 (20 years), '98 (25 years), '93 (30 years), '88 (35 years), and '83 (40 years). Come back for a wonderful time with your college friends and get ready to cheer for our alumni celebrating their milestone reunions. Tickets are $35 per person.

CLASS OF 1978 - 45TH REUNION CELEBRATION #$ 6-8 p.m. | McDaniel Hall, Coley Rice Lounge

Calling all members of the Class of 1978! Join your class to celebrate your 45th reunion over a served buffet dinner and cash bar. Tickets are $40 per person.

ALL CAMPUS PARTY # 8-11 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Ensor Lounge/Mid-Level

Keep the conversation going and dance the night away with college pals! Quieter space will be available for guests who don’t want to “break it down.”  Beer & wine (cash bar) with snacks and coffee will be provided.

Sunday Event Schedule

GRAB & GO COFFEE RECEPTION 8-11:30 a.m. | Hoover Library, Casey’s Corner

Be sure to say good-bye and grab a coffee and some breakfast snacks before leaving the Hill.

50TH REUNION REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY # 10-11 a.m. | Little Baker Chapel

Honor departed alumni at our traditional ecumenical service led by members of the Class of 1973.

50TH REUNION BRUNCH #$ 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m. | McDaniel Hall, Coley Rice Lounge

The class of 1973 gathers one last time for continued conversations over a delicious brunch and bloody mary and mimosa cocktail bar before departing campus. Tickets are $40 per person.

60TH REUNION REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY # 11:30 a.m. | Little Baker Chapel

Honor departed alumni at our traditional ecumenical service led by members of the Class of 1963.

60TH REUNION BRUNCH #$ 12-1:30 p.m. | Peterson Hall, Rice Gallery

Join the class of 1963 for a delicious brunch and continued conversations before departing campus. A cash bar will be available to purchase bloody marys and mimosas. Tickets are $30 per person.

Dorm North Village Alumni Weekend

There's room on the Hill for You!

 

For the first time, we are offering accommodations!  Space is limited and you'll want to register for Alumni Weekend now so you can also reserve a bed in one of our residence halls. The $99 per person price includes a twin bed for two nights, linens, and full breakfast on Saturday morning. What are you waiting for? Come home for the weekend!

Secure your keys at check-in Friday or Saturday. Don't forget to check out on Sunday at the Grab & Go Coffee Receptions. 

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Registration is required for events marked with a #. Events with a $ have an associated fee. 

 

Green & Golf Golf Classic Group

Monday, June 5, 2023 Green & Gold Golf Classic Piney Branch Golf Club, 5301 Trenton Mill Rd, Upperco, Maryland

Join us for the 2023 Green & Gold Golf Classic hosted at the championship course at Piney Branch Golf Club. Situated in Northwest Baltimore and Carroll County, Piney Branch is known for its rolling hills, with generous tree lined fairways, and exquisite bent grass greens. The morning will include a continental breakfast, 18-holes of golf, traditional in-match games and contests, and lunch with an awards presentation to cap the day. The Green & Gold Golf Classic supports the McDaniel College student-athletes and facilities. Check back for more information once registration is available.