Parent & Family Weekend 2024

Resource Spotlight: Empowering Your Student’s Success! 
1-3 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Ensor Lounge 
Join us to connect with essential campus services and support systems designed to help students excel academically, socially, and personally.  
 

Open House at The Center for Experience and Opportunity 
1-3 p.m. | Roj Student Center, mid-level 
Discover how the dynamic CEO team is dedicated to transforming a student’s academic journey into meaningful opportunities for personal and professional success.  
 

First Year Seminar Class  
3-4 p.m. | Various campus classrooms  
Get to know the faculty, peer mentor, and students who make up your student's first year seminar class - an important part of the first semester at McDaniel College.   
 

Welcome Reception 
4:15-6:00 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Naganna Forum  
Sponsored by Academic & Campus Life in collaboration with the Parent & Family Council and First-Year Seminar (FYS) Faculty, join us to officially kickoff Parent & Family Weekend 2024.   
 

​Dinner  
6:00-8:00 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Englar Dining Hall  
Swing by the dining hall with your student and their friends to enjoy a meal together! Our special pricing of $11.25 includes all-you-can-eat selections from all our stations – Trattoria, Americana, Smoke & Fire, Fusion, Roots, Clarity, and the popular Bake Shoppe! ​Pay as you enter the dining hall. Cash and major credit cards are accepted. 

Tote-ally McDaniel: Custom Bag Decorating Session 
8:30-10:00 p.m. | Roj Student Center, Naganna Forum 
The Office of Student Engagement invites you to a fun and tote-ally creative decorating event that allows you to show off your McDaniel pride! Unleash your artistic side as you personalize your very own tote bag with an array of paints, markers, embellishments, and stencils. Your fee includes all materials and some snacks to fuel your creativity and enthusiasm. Don't miss this chance to create a unique McDaniel keepsake! ($15 per person) 

Presidential Tailgate 
11:30 a.m.-End of Game | Kenneth R. Gill Stadium, Albrittain Suite  
Hosted by President Jasken, join other parents and families for an elevated view of the stadium while cheering on the Green Terror Football team in the last home game of the season. ($50 per person and includes food and beverage.) 

Fieldside Tailgate 
11:30 a.m.-End of Game | Kenneth R. Gill Stadium, Rembert Field 
Get close to the action and join leadership from the Athletics Department to cheer on the Green Terror football team! ($25 per person and includes food and beverage.) 
 

Now Hear THIS! 
7-8:00 p.m. | WMC Alumni Hall  
Encourage your student to invite their friends to join you as you sit back, relax, and  listen to the Gospel Choir, Terror Tones, Jazz Ensemble, and Theatre students perform. It’s a wonderful way to experience a showcase of performing arts on the Hill!  

Rock the Hill  
8:30-10:00 p.m. | Baker Memorial Chapel  
Dance, clap, and sing along during a night of live music that spans decades. Jordan Greene, class of ’24, and friends will provide musical selections for an unforgettable evening in a club-like setting. Your ticket includes snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. A discounted cash bar with beer and wine will be available. ($15 per person. $10 for your McDaniel student.)   

Interfaith Service 
9-9:45 a.m. | Coley Rice Lounge, McDaniel Hall   
Dr. Richard M. Smith, Associate Provost for equity & Belonging, will lead us in a special interfaith service where diverse voices and beliefs come together in a spirit of unity, understanding, and harmony.  

Undergraduate Award Ceremony 
10-11 a.m. | Roj Student Center, Naganna Forum 
Join us as we honor our undergraduate students for academic achievement and leadership. Students will also be named to leadership honor societies and our newest inductees to the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society will be recognized.  

Farewell Champagne Brunch 
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.| Roj Student Center, Englar Dining Hall   
Gather one last time as we say goodbye to our students and farewell to new friends at the popular Farewell Champagne Brunch hosted by the Parent & Family Council. The all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch features mimosas - champagne is complimentary for those over the age of 21. ($20 per person. McDaniel students with a meal plan can swipe their card to the dining hall.)