Do Budapest Students Want to Come Here?
It came as a huge surprise to me when I got to Budapest and found out that the students here don’t want to come to the “main campus,” as they…
Commentary
The Top 10 Things I Want to Say to the Cyberbullies on the Green Terror Meme
1. Stop it. 2. You need to take a time out. 3. By now I hope you’ve realized I’m treating all of you like children because you’re acting like you’ve…
Do Not Dread the Opportunity to Volunteer
Getting an email from a coach, advisor, or dean asking you to help volunteer with an event on campus is not always the email a normal college student wants to…
Just What the Heck is a Libertarian Anyway?
As the Vice President of the Libertarian club here on the college campus, what I’ve noticed about the Libertarian Club is that there are a lot of diverse opinions in…
Memes on Greek Life Rely on Hurtful Stereotypes
In the midst of the attacks on social sororities and fraternities on campus through memes, supporters of Greek life have vigorously defended the organizations. Christine Workman, Director of Student Engagement…
Me+Me=Meme
The memes are about us and we support them. Every time we log on, talk about them, react to them, we give them power. These disgusting anonymous expressions, which predominantly…
Bullying Comes in All Shapes and Sizes
Bullying on McDaniel Campus Are we a college of bullies and sadists that like to see other people mad? People on this campus are engaging in more than one form…
Lady Gaga vs. Baby Gaga: A Controversial Ice Cream Flavor
Trendsetter Lady Gaga expects the press and her fans to gawk over her crazy statements—but the feeling is not reciprocal. Recently upset about a boutique ice cream shop and their…
I Believe
“I believe in laughing. I believe in treating others how you want to be treated. I believe in family dinners. I believe that every girl should be treated…
Nasty Little Bugs: Why You Should Check for Ticks
After four months of cardiologist appointments and numerous tests, I finally heard the words, “You’re going to be fine.” I was lying in a hospital bed recovering from a surgery….
Confessions of a Former Freshmen
I almost didn’t join the staff of The McDaniel Free Press freshman year. I was intimidated by the collegiate level, even after my great experiences with newspaper in high school. On…
More violence, more reflecting, more coming together
As the McDaniel Free Press discussed this issue’s story budget last week, the Northern Illinois University shooting came into the conversation. It was decided that someone should write a commentary…