Senior Editor: Erin Pogue
As she prepares for graduation, Free Press News Editor Erin Pogue reflects on a college career well spent. Although Pogue will be graduating with a history major and a literature…
Erin Pogue
Online classes to be taught through Animal Crossing: New Horizons
[Disclaimer: This article was originally published on April Fools’ Day, and it should not be interpreted as factual reporting.] With McDaniel College switching to online classes for the rest of…
Optional Pass/D/F policy implemented for Spring 2020 semester
On March 26, an email was sent to the McDaniel community by Provost Julia Jasken about a new optional grading policy that will be implemented for the Spring 2020 undergraduate semester….
2nd annual ‘I Love the Hill Day’ surpasses donor goal
Tuesday, Feb. 25 marked the second year of I Love the Hill Day. This day is a celebration of McDaniel, as well as a day of giving intended to encourage…
McDaniel Live Music Club’s Gnarly November concert
On Nov. 15, McDaniel Live Music Club hosted their second concert of the semester. This concert, titled Gnarly November, brought in two bands for the McDaniel community to appreciate. The…
Tim Jenkins Quartet kicks off Monday Night Music
On Monday, Oct. 21, the McDaniel music department hosted the first concert of the year in the recurring “Monday Night Music” concert series, with a performance by the Tim Jenkins…
Decker College Center construction displaces Pub, offices, and meeting areas
As discussed in February, Decker College Center will be undergoing renovations to better equip it with being a more effective meeting place for students. While these changes are in effect,…
Deans hold first ‘Ask McDaniel Anything’ forum of the semester
On Tuesday, Sept. 24, Dean of Student Affairs Liz Towle and Associate Dean of Campus and Community Engagement Josh Ambrose hosted the first “Ask McDaniel Anything” session for the semester. Also…
Professor Daniel Schafer returns to campus
To some people, there may appear to be a new face in the English Department, though seniors, faculty, and staff are excited to welcome back professor Daniel Schafer. He first…
Senior Editor: Spenser Secrest
With his final semester drawing to a close, Spenser Secrest looks back fondly on his college career. Secrest will be graduating with an English major and a history minor, having finished…
McDaniel students, faculty, and staff honored at third annual Phenomenal Woman Awards Banquet
On Wednesday, March 27, the third annual Phenomenal Woman Awards Banquet was held to celebrate the accomplishments of women at the College. Over 25 female students, faculty, and staff were nominated for…
McDaniel theater department to perform edgy rock musical
[Disclaimer: This article was originally published on April Fools’ Day, and it should not be interpreted as factual reporting.] The McDaniel theater department has decided to branch out this semester…
McDictionary
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…
Senior Profile: Mark Gales
What is your preferred name? Mark Gales What is your major and minor? Major: Social Work Minor: Gerontology What are some of the jobs you held while at McDaniel? I…
Senior Profile: Jackie Sherwin
What is your preferred name? Jackie Sherwin What is your major and minor? I am a psychology and music double major. What are some of the jobs you held while…
IT requires new password changes
Last fall, the McDaniel College IT Department implemented a new requirement concerning password complexity and expiration dates, with all students, faculty, and staff being required to change their passwords in…
McDaniel College Gender & Sexuality Alliance hosts Chase Ross
On Nov. 7, the McDaniel College Gender & Sexuality Alliance brought trans activist and YouTuber Chase Ross to campus. On his channel, uppercaseCHASE1, Ross makes videos about his experiences as a trans man,…
ACC hosts Chuseok celebration
On Friday Oct. 6, the Asian Community Coalition hosted their second annual Chuseok, or Korean Thanksgiving. This year the event fell on the third day of the Chuseok celebration. The…
Greek Life at McDaniel: Overview
Getting involved in Greek Life is a great way to meet friends and get involved on campus. There are several different social and service fraternities and sororities, so if you…
New to McDaniel: Intramural Bear Wrestling
[Disclaimer: This article was originally published on April Fools’ Day, and it should not be interpreted as factual reporting.] As many students know, intramural sports are a great way of…