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Parent & Family Resources

Whether your family is new to McDaniel or has been around for generations, parents and families play an integral role in the McDaniel community. The parent and family resource page will serve as a one-stop shop for all the information you need to ensure your student's success at McDaniel and beyond. 

Staying Connected

Staying informed and connected is an important part of your McDaniel College journey.

Here at McDaniel, we believe a knowledgeable and supportive family plays a critical role in a student's educational achievements and in helping them navigate the challenges and opportunities inherent in their college experience. For that reason, we invite you to participate in your student's experience at McDaniel, and are committed to providing important tools and resources to make it easy for your family to stay engaged.

Our goal is to make the McDaniel experience as positive for you as it is for your student.

Is your student is taking their first steps on the Hill?

Check out the 2025 New Student Orientation Schedule

Is your Green Terror living on campus?

Residence Life: Opening & Closing Calendar Explore first-year residential areas

Join the Parent & Families Facebook Group

Stay connected with the Green Terror family by joining our Parent & Family Facebook group! It’s a great space to connect with other McDaniel parents, share experiences, ask questions, and learn from those who have walked this journey before you. Whether you’re looking for advice, reassurance, or just want to celebrate milestones, this community is here to support you every step of the way. 

McDaniel Parents and Families Facebook Group
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Save the date Parent & Family Weekend 2025

Mark your calendars for Friday, Nov. 14 through Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 to join us on the Hill for Parent & Family Weekend! This special weekend is your chance to reconnect with your student, experience campus life, and make lasting memories together.

More details about the weekend's schedule and activities will be available in September- stay tuned. We can’t wait to welcome you to campus for this cherished McDaniel tradition!

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Make sure your contact information is up to date

Moved? Have a new phone number? Want to receive the Parent & Newsletter throughout the academic year? Please fill out this form to ensure we have your most current contact information.

Update your contact information
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2025-26 Academic Calendar

Check out the official calendar for the academic year! You can use the check boxes on the left side of the page to choose which calendars you want to view (2025-2026 undergraduate vs 2025-2026 graduate). 

Academic Calendar

The Parent & Family Newsletter

Our monthly newsletter keeps you in the loop from important dates to campus happenings to helpful tips. Don’t miss out on what’s going on at McDaniel! Stay tuned....August 2025 is coming soon!

May 2025 Newsletter →

Giving Back

There are so many opportunities to benefit McDaniel students in meaningful ways. Explore various areas to support that are meaningful to you, or support the Fund for McDaniel to allow for maximum and immediate impact.

Ways to Support
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Why Parent and Family Resources Matter at McDaniel McDaniel Students Are Inspired by Their Families

Who inspires students in the McDaniel community? When asked, they say that their parents are their biggest inspirations!

Families play a huge part in motivating and supporting college students, which is why McDaniel College wants families to have all of the resources and knowledge they need along the way.

Meet McDaniel Parents Recent Members of the Parent & Family Council

Michele Curry-Creighton poses with her daughter Jordan with the Green Terror mascot.

Meet Michele Curry-Creighton Involvement | Community | Volunteerism

Michele Curry-Creighton is the proud parent of Jordan, a student in the Class of 2025. Michele joined the Parent and Family Council in 2022 as a way to connect with the community that Jordan had become part of for her college career. As part of the council, Michele shared her input with the college and her experience as a McDaniel parent with incoming families. Her key advice to them? "Trust the process. Your soon-to-be college student will readily know what college feels right for them. The years will go by so quickly. You will blink and then graduation is here."

Read the Q&A with Michele about her experience as a McDaniel parent.
Marcie Mason, Luke Mason, and Pete Mason stand together outside while wearing McDaniel soccer shirts.

Meet Marcie Delahoz-Mason ’96, M.S. ’10 and Pete Mason ’98 Connection | Fun | Insight

Marcie Delahoz-Mason ’96, M.S. ’10 and Pete Mason ’98 were excited when their son, Luke, found a college he was excited about — which just so happened to be their alma mater. “I was happy that he picked our school; I loved my time at McDaniel and the college community, and I knew he would be well supported,” Marcie says. They joined the McDaniel Parent and Family Council in 2021 as a way to continue their volunteerism and involvement at the college. On top of getting to know fellow Green Terror families, they’ve had a lot of fun at events like Parent and Family Weekend and home game tailgates.

Read the Q&A with Marcie and Pete about their experience as alumni parents.
Parent and Family Council member Diana Kloorfain Smart, right, is the mother of sophomore Jane Smart.

Parent and Family Council

The McDaniel College Parent and Family Council serves as an advisory group for the college and is comprised of a diverse cross-section of families, which includes McDaniel’s most committed parents and family members. These parent and family leaders bring expertise, resources, and a passion for McDaniel College to both support and be actively engaged with the college. 

 

Learn about the Parent and Family Council

Exclusive McDaniel College Collections Need a little something special? We've got you covered!

Ward Memorial Arch Necklace

Exclusive The McDaniel College Collection Celebrate your student with a unique piece

Introducing an exquisite collaboration between McDaniel College and Kyle Cavan Jewelry, a collection celebrating the college's iconic arch. Each piece is meticulously crafted, offering a blend of timeless elegance and collegiate pride. With customizable options, you can create a piece as special as your student!  

Shop the collection now!
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McDaniel College Illustrated Map collection Featuring the college’s landmarks and memorable spots

Help them remember their time on the Hill forever with a colorful watercolor illustrated map of their favorite campus spots NEWLY designed by Stephanie Madsen Art. Prints can be customized with your student’s name and class year for a personalized touch. Tea towels, tote bags, stickers, magnets, mugs, and blank note cards are a great way to thank those who supported your student on their academic journey!

Shop the collection now!
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A Commitment to Inclusion

McDaniel College was the first coeducational college south of the Mason-Dixon Line, and one of the first coeducational colleges in the nation. We strive to continue this tradition by being a welcoming and inclusive community. We are guided by our First Principles, which compel us to place students at the center of a humane environment and demand that we respect others and share responsibility for the common good.

Future Student Referral Program

Refer Future Green Terrors Future Student Referral Program for Parents of Current Students Unlock $8,000 in Student Grants

Parents, your belief in McDaniel College has already transformed your student’s life.

Now, you have the chance to extend that opportunity to others. By referring students, you’ll connect them with personalized admissions support and help them access $8,000 in Visit Incentive Grants.

Learn about the Future Student Referral Program

Get SOCIAL! Stay connected.

Join us and be in the know. Whether it's checking in on your favorite Green Terror sports team or wanting to know the special food events in our dining hall, our social media has you covered. You can stay on top of important financial aid posts, know when our Wellness Center organizes events to help manage stress, and jot the date down of the networking event your student should attend. Check out our Social Media Directory for a complete list of approved McDaniel College social media accounts.

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the legal stuff Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act FERPA

Your student's McDaniel College records (including academic and financial records) belong to them. This means that McDaniel College staff are legally required to have your student's written permission before we can disclose details of their academic and financial accounts with others (including parents or guardians). 

Click here to learn more.
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Make sure your contact information is up to date

Moved? Have a new phone number? Want to receive the Parent & Newsletter throughout the academic year? Please fill out this form to ensure we have your most current contact information.

Update your contact information
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2025-26 Academic Calendar

Check out the official calendar for the academic year! You can use the check boxes on the left side of the page to choose which calendars you want to view (2025-2026 undergraduate vs 2025-2026 graduate). 

Academic Calendar

The Parent & Family Newsletter

Our monthly newsletter keeps you in the loop from important dates to campus happenings to helpful tips. Don’t miss out on what’s going on at McDaniel! Stay tuned....August 2025 is coming soon!

May 2025 Newsletter →

Giving Back

There are so many opportunities to benefit McDaniel students in meaningful ways. Explore various areas to support that are meaningful to you, or support the Fund for McDaniel to allow for maximum and immediate impact.

Ways to Support
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