McDaniel Weekly - April 28, 2020

From Liz Towle, Dean of Students

While it may not feel like it for some, we ARE in the home stretch of the semester. The information in this week’s newsletter is meant to help you wrap up what has been a one-of-a-kind semester.

I highly recommend viewing Gerard Grigsby’s self-care video – every time I watch it I laugh a little harder (oops, too close). For those of you who don’t know Gerard – he is one of McDaniel’s counselors in the Wellness Center.

Stay tuned for the unveiling of my amazingly awesome face mask next week … you’re going to be jealous!

Fight procrastination with Hoover Library

Fighting off procrastination can be even more difficult while taking online classes. Luckily, Hoover Library is teaming up with OSE and the Writing Center to host a virtual version of the Long Night Against Procrastination TONIGHT, April 28, from 6pm – 12am! Click the link for more details.

New summer courses added

If you are interested in Business, Accounting, or Economics and you have not yet completed your math placements, consider taking Mathematical Essentials for Business, Accounting, and Economics which will serve in place of the math placement tests for taking statistics or any other quantitative course in that the Business/Econ/Accounting Departments. We have added a second section of Social Psychology to be offered during the second summer session.

For the full list of summer course offerings, check out the summer session webpage.

Let’s talk: Q&A on Title IX

Join this educational talk about the school's Title IX processes & general information you should know! Join our Title IX Coordinator, Jennifer Kent, on Wednesday, April 29 at 7pm. The Zoom link is on the OSE IG! Do you have questions about how the Title IX office might be able to help you or someone you know? Confused about community resources? Or shelter in place? Send them in beforehand by emailing AGelber@mcdaniel.edu.

Learn about McDaniel’s graduate programs

Crystal Perry, graduate admissions counselor, will be sharing information on Wednesday, April 29, from 4pm – 4:45pm. Want to learn about the graduate programs available here on the Hill? Please RSVP for this virtual event.

How can the Writing Center help you?

The Writing Center wants to hear from you! Whether you've used our services in the past or not, we want to know how we can serve you better next year! To help us, please complete a brief survey. This survey should take no longer than 5 minutes, and those who participate by 4:30pm on Friday, May 8 will be entered into a raffle!

Upcoming ODI events

ODI has several exciting programs coming up this week. In honor and observance of Ramadan, ODI invites you to learn about the Islamic month of Ramadan through a virtual Zoom presentation on Wednesday, April 29 from 1pm – 2pm.

You are also invited to join Palabras to Words on Thursday, April 30 at 5pm for a Zoom panel discussion on English as a second language, where panelists will discuss their successes and challenges.

And, as always, join them on the ODI Instagram each Wednesday for Winning Wednesday. Answer trivia questions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion for your chance to win McDaniel Swag.

Students of color – let’s talk!

How is COVID-19 impacting your life and learning? Join Martha & Leah from Wellness to give voice to your experiences, connect with peers, and find support and community. Thursday, April 30 from 12pm – 1pm on Zoom.

Share your COVID-19 story

Became a part of history by sharing your COVID-19 stories, photos, videos etc. with the McDaniel College Archives at Hoover Library! Click here to learn about this project and to contribute.

Self-care while sheltering in place

Sheltering in place hasn't been easy, even for our team at The Wellness Center. If you've been stressed and looking for ways to cope during this crisis, check out our video. Gerard, one of our counselors, has some great ideas for self-care!

Find your next opportunity with the CEO

Employers are still recruiting! No matter if you’re looking for a full-time job or a summer internship, we are here to help you find your next opportunity. Follow us on Facebook or Twitter for daily opportunity recommendations, visit Handshake, or set up a meeting with one of our staff members.

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Want more updates? Make sure to follow offices on social media!

• OSE: Twitter, Instagram
• CEO: Twitter, Instagram
• ODI: Instagram
• Hoover Library: Twitter, Instagram
• SASS: Instagram
• Athletics: Twitter, Instagram

Elizabeth Skeffington Towle

Dean of Students

Phone: (410) 857-2241

Fax: (410) 857-2773

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