Chinese cherishment: How a new class teaches students about a foreign world
Debra Lemke has always had a natural affection for China, even from a young age. “When I was a child the National Geographic would come out every month, and the…
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Behind the ‘Tartan’ branding
As students walk around campus this semester, it is easy for them to see that McDaniel College made some changes in ways to showcase school pride. From changing the look…
The possibility of a smoke-free campus
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, cigarette smoking causes about 480,000 deaths every year in the U.S. As scientists learn about the negative side effects of smoking,…
Cheer alumna takes head coach position
Amanda Thiell has been named McDaniel’s Cheer Team head coach for the 2018 season. The announcement came after a vacancy in the position following former Head Coach Julia Linko’s departure…
New partnership, curriculum underway at Budapest campus
McDaniel College Budapest is in its third week of the new semester, and recent changes regarding the satellite campus in Hungary are underway. One of these is the welcoming of more American students, from…
Process for new campus dining services provider has begun
Six vendors visited campus on Aug. 31 to learn about the College and begin the process to submit proposals for all campus dining services. “The plan is to have a…
Student Affairs, Academic Affairs merge into Academic and Campus Life
Over the summer, the College made a number of administrative and staff changes. They affect mostly structural and organizational operations rather than students’ daily lives. Gone are the Academic Affairs…
Say ‘Bonjour’ to McDaniel’s French Film Festival
For the month of September, McDaniel College hosts the Tournées French Film Festival, a unique festival that has been going on since 2007. Silvia Baage, a professor of French in the…
McComics: September 16
Below are the comic strips created by students in the communication department’s Communication and Culture course. Check back every Sunday for new comics. The images and content are used…
McComics: Student Artist Biographies
This semester, the Free Press is excited to partner with the communication department’s Communication and Culture course, taught by Associate Professor Robert Lemieux. Each week, students create their own comic strips, which…
James Hamrick, chief of police and director of campus safety, has left McDaniel
Chief of Police and Director of Campus Safety James Hamrick is no longer with the College as of Aug. 29. He leaves after three years at McDaniel. “I appreciate very much…
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ANW: Albert Norman Ward Hall, an upperclassman residence hall next to the gym. Big Baker: Baker Memorial Chapel, the church that is in front of the fountain. Blackboard: An “online classroom” website where…
Dangersauce successfully completes first show of the semester, despite limited members
Despite a significant loss in numbers since last semester, returning members of Dangersauce, McDaniel’s improv comedy troupe, banded together last Friday night to put on the first show of the year in…
IT department unveils technological updates for start of fall semester
In preparation for the arrival of returning upperclassmen, first-year students, and faculty back on the Hill this semester, the IT department has prepared a variety of technological updates on campus….
SGA releases new constitution, executive board changes
After months of reconstruction, SGA has released a new constitution which takes affect immediately. The new document showcases the organization’s new mission statement, which highlights the importance of communication and…
Free Press to partner with Contrast
The Free Press is excited to announce a new partnership with Contrast, McDaniel’s literary magazine and purveyor of the literary arts. We’ll be working closely to bring you the latest…
Mayor of Westminster addresses incoming first-year class
As first-year students continued along their busy Orientation schedule this Saturday, they unknowingly followed President Casey and his wife Robyn Allers down Main Street and into town. Many thought they…
Letter to the Editor: Making the most of college
So you’ve done it. You’re in college now. Many of you probably feel nervously excited, anxious, or perhaps gleeful about your newfound independence. A lot stands ahead in the next…
New McDaniel Local program introduces first-year students to community
Students who found themselves on campus over the summer may have noticed a group of early newcomers to the Hill this year. Their welcome intrusion comes to us courtesy of…
Multi-million dollar renovations completed in Gill Center
Following a span of construction that has lasted from the Spring 2018 Semester and throughout the summer, the 6.6 million dollar renovation of the Gill Center has finally been completed. The goal of…