For the Beauty of the Earth: The McDaniel College Choir in Concert
On Sunday night, April 24, Big Baker Chapel was filled with the voices of the McDaniel College Choir. The ensemble celebrated the beauty in nature, and in unity, with their…
April 2016
The School for Wives
What happens when you take a French play written in 1662 by Moliere and set it in 1950s America? You get the McDaniel College Theater Department’s production of “The School…
McDaniel’s First “Taste of Europe”
On Tuesday, April 26, at 6 p.m. students, faculty, and staff gathered in Decker Forum for McDaniel’s first-ever “Taste of Europe” hosted by the French Club and German Club. As…
Writer of the Week: Emma Richard
A young and talented writer, McDaniel student Emma Richard, published her first novel, “Goodnight,” in 2014, after years of drafting and editing. Richard began writing “Goodnight” in seventh grade, and…
A Quick Guide to the Maryland Primary
The Maryland Primary is over now, and with the results in, here’s what you need to know: Presidential Race: Hillary Clinton swept through the state, garnering 63% of the vote,…
Reasons to Get in a Voting Booth
Now, I know many of you will not vote today. Voter turnout in the United States is notoriously low, especially in primary contests. And even with year seeing an uptick…
An Interview with Candidate Dan Bolling
In a race defined by heavy self-funding, PAC involvement and partisanship, Bolling has chosen the road less travelled. While his opponents, such as David Trone, buy billboards and blanket neighborhoods…
An Interview with Candidate Nancy Wallace
“I wanted to run because this winter, particularly late December, was so incredibly warm, it just penetrated through all my personal defenses and normal everyday thinking about life and what’s…
Student Concerns Addressed in Town Hall Meeting
On April 21 at 8 p.m., students, faculty, staff, and administrators gathered in Decker Auditorium for a town hall meeting hosted by Progressive Student Union and moderated by sophomore Tyler…
Fastest Sport on Two Feet Spreading around the World
“He gets the ball 25 yards out from the midfielder…he’s got space…no defenders…winds up…SCORES!” The fastbreak is one of the easiest scoring–and most exciting–way to score in lacrosse. They happen…
Should College Athletes Get Paid to Play?
Money, power, and control. These elements fuel high-level college athletics. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is in charge of college sports in America. The association is a non-profit organization…
President Casey Hosts Budget Transparency Talk
On April 19, as part of an ongoing effort to satisfy student calls for more transparency, President Roger Casey held a presentation in McDaniel Lounge going over the specifics of…
Kathryn Wentz Juried Undergraduate Show: A Photo Essay
On Thursday, April 7, select pieces of artwork by undergraduate students were showcased at the Rice Gallery. Diverse creations dotted the walls and pedestals in the space – mediums ranged…
United: Bringing Culture Awareness to McDaniel
The evening of Friday, April 15 was one without precedent, as many organizations held events that demonstrated the talents and cultural awareness of McDaniel students. One such event was United….
Jam Session in Red Square Brought to You by Common Ground on the Hill
On Thursday, April 14, a group of musicians from Common Ground on the Hill performed on Red Square, bringing the enjoyment of music to students on Campus. The group of…
Writer of the Week: Shakespeare & Cervantes
Baptized on April 26, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, William Shakespeare was part of the Lord Chamberlain’s Men company of theatrical players. For an estimate of 20 years, Shakespeare composed multiple…
Arc of Carroll County Hosts Second Annual Autism in Motion 5K
The Arc of Carroll County held their second annual Autism in Motion 5k on April 17 in Westminster. There was a 3.5-mile course along with a one-mile fun run. Almost…
The Buzz About Environmental Studies
Are you interested in learning about the environment? Are you curious on how to solve problems for the environment effectively? Or do you want to know how to manage the…
Student Resources for Sexual Assault Help
At the 2016 Oscars, Vice President Joe Biden gave a speech before Lady Gaga’s powerful performance of her song “Til It Happens To You.” Biden urged everyone to take the…
Is Saving Money Really More Important Than Student Enrichment?
Music education is one of the few programs that benefit students across all types of curriculums. With fine arts programs continuing to lose funding across the country, it is important…