McDaniel Local
McDaniel Local is one of the college's signature McDaniel Commitment experiences. Serving as your first introduction to Westminster, Maryland, McDaniel Local is a mandatory two-day, one-night event designed to help you get to know your new community and make connections with fellow McDaniel students. McDaniel Local will hone your sense of purpose as you head into college and provide you with the opportunity to connect with faculty advisors and register for your fall classes.

A snapshot of McDaniel Local
Make new friends and connect with current McDaniel students, staff, and faculty
Register for your fall classes
Explore our local community and learn about downtown Westminster

Getting to Know Westminster

Ensuring your Success

Impressive Outcomes

Class of 2026 connects with the community at McDaniel Local
Incoming first-year students got involved in a variety of community service opportunities in the Westminster, Maryland, community during McDaniel Local 2022. They helped out at the McDaniel Environmental Center, Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Westminster City’s Recreation and Parks Department, and the Boys and Girls Club of Westminster.
Through the Eyes of a 2023 Local Leader


The McDaniel Commitment Helping students define their path to success.
