Traditions & Culture
A college that is 150+ years old is going to have traditions. Get on the Hill to experience them for yourself.
The Old Main Bell
![Bell in fall](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_width_no_crop/public/2022-10/McD%20Memorial%20Bell_Nov21_KGrim.jpg?itok=JSoqAuhy)
First Year Traditions Stepping onto campus is only the beginning. Participating in time-honored traditions cements your place in our community.
![Candlelighting ceremony in Baker Memorial.](/sites/default/files/styles/small_16x9/public/2019-11/Candlelighting_1.jpg?h=2e3eca71&itok=mUkASTw0)
Ward Memorial Arch Candlelight Walk
![Students walking around downtown Westminster during McDaniel Local.](/sites/default/files/styles/small_16x9/public/2019-09/MC-Local_045.jpg?h=e8fd5547&itok=E0-HZ_a-)
Westminster Welcome Welcome Home
Gameday Spirit: #6 Best Tailgating in the Nation
It's no joke. We take our tailgating seriously.
#6
![Tailgating on the lawn for homecoming game.](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_4x3/public/2019-09/Events_018.jpg?h=15fc271c&itok=wZ3Mhxv7)
Seasonal Traditions
![A female student in a McDaniel College t-shirt poses with the Green Terror mascot while taking a photo on her phone.](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_4x3/public/2023-10/DSZ_0981-2400x1600_150.jpg?h=404007b9&itok=mvI8OJ5I)
Everything you need to try during your time on the Hill. McDaniel College Bucket List Challenge. Accepted.
![The head of the 90s Green Terror mascot head is displayed next to a WMC dining tray.](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_4x3/public/2023-06/McDaniel%20College%204-19-23%20MF-1609.jpg?h=a4f1057e&itok=Z4pQk3hK)