Dr. Genie Gertz Gives Lecture on Deaf Community and Audism
“[Deaf children are] human in shape, but only half-human in attributes,” said Lewis Dudley, founder of the Clarke School for the Deaf, in 1867. You wouldn’t agree with this dated…
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Spring’s Just Around the Corner: A Photo Essay
Debunking the Bunker
We’ve all heard the rumors surrounding the supposed bunker beneath Lewis. Countless students maintain that the President of the United States (or was it Congress?) would be shuttled to Westminster…
Clubrooms Give Way to Successful Late Nights
Last October, the Black Student Union (BSU) hosted the first, and so far only, clubroom of the 2013-2014 school year. The event was successful with 70 to 75 people showing…
#SpringFling2014 – The Preview
On April 12, the Spring Fling Committee and the Office of Student Engagement will host the annual Spring Fling. Founded as a tradition by Mitchell Alexander 17 years ago, Spring…
President Casey Undergoes Eye Surgery
You might have heard that McDaniel College President Roger Casey just had eye surgery. On March 6, he posted on Facebook that he would be having his retina repaired the…
Shifting: The Double Lives of Black Women in America
On Tuesday Feb. 25, Dr. Kumea Shorter-Gooden, a Washington D.C. native, visited McDaniel to discuss a few key points on black women’s psychology. While conducting research for her 2004 novel…
Westminster Nonprofit Raises Awareness about Sexual Assault
According to Campus Safety Magazine, 20-25% of female college students experience sexual assault, yet over half of the victims do not report it. This combination creates what Janice Kispert, CEO…
Westminster’s Cup: Moved and Improved
Oh my goodness, the fans are leaves!—Just one of the many hidden gems at Cup, Westminster’s only tea bar. Many may remember Cup from its original location, the cramped yet…
McDaniel Compliments: The Evolution of Kindness
A mysterious page on Facebook that began about a year ago has been promoting positivity and community on McDaniel’s campus through anonymous compliments to students and staff. McDaniel Compliments started…
Humans vs. Zombies: A McDaniel Twist on a College Sensation
Zombies and Nerf guns and running—oh my! This isn’t your regular game of tag. There are waivers and cardio but Humans vs. Zombies isn’t technically a sport. Nor is it…
Emma Richard Completes Novel Titled “Goodnight”
19-year-old Emma Richard, a sophomore, sits dressed in yoga pants and a comfortable sweater with her hair down. She’s wearing her signature glasses as she stares intently at her MacBook…
Heroes Helping Hopkins Makes Meals and Memories
A road trip, delicious food, and a chance to brighten someone’s day – what could be a better way to spend a weekend? Back in 2001, when the Hill was…
Snowpocalypse 2014: Student Reactions
It’s been a snowy few days at McDaniel College and students have taken to Twitter to express their feelings about it. Here is what everyone has to say about the #snowpocalypse this week.
McDaniel to Host 4th Annual Scrabble Madness Fundraiser
It’s time to break out the game boards and grab your dictionaries because Scrabble Madness is back at McDaniel, hosted by the McDaniel College Department of English, The Literacy Council…
“The Vagina Monologues”: Empowering Women and Ending Violence Against Women and Girls
“The Vagina Monologues” opened up for its eleventh production on Feb. 7 and 8 at McDaniel College. Directed by junior Rachel Israel, this year’s production welcomed a cast of 22…
A College Student’s Guide to Dating: Where to Go in Westminster
If you’ve ever tried to plan a date with that cutie you met on campus, you’ve probably realized that Westminster isn’t exactly the most happening place to have a date…
Seize the Sugar! Dessert in Europe
More than a week after getting back from my Travel Writing Across Europe Jan Term trip, many of the tasty and unique meals and desserts I ate throughout Europe are…
Shoes Across Europe: A Photo Essay
Check out these photos taken by Sarah Hull from her Jan Term “Travel Writing Across Europe.”
Stairs in Italy: A Photo Essay
Check out these photos by Hillary Deweese from her Jan Term to Italy.