The Path Forward
Although Donald Trump did not win the popular vote, he did win the electoral vote, bringing him to presidency. With the results of the presidential election, many Americans might face…
Kyle Parks
Healthy Competition: McDaniel’s Intramural Basketball Program
On Monday and Wednesday nights, sounds of squeaking sneakers, bouncing balls, and shouting teammates fill Old Gill as McDaniel’s intramural basketball teams face off in competition. McDaniel’s Intramural Basketball program…
From the Archives: Crosses, Apathy, Exams, Cinea, and Language Houses
Sept. 24, 2003: “Where Did all the Crosses Go? Big Baker Loses a Piece of its Symbolism.” In this article, author Bailey Fannin tells the real story of McDaniel’s dropping…
From the Archives: The Many Faces of McDaniel’s Student Newspaper
The student news publication at McDaniel has a long and varied history. Dating back more than 90 years, the paper has been known by a variety of names: The Black…
Copper Corroding Culture: Saving Mes Aynak
Qadir Temori is an archeologist in an ongoing battle. His project, Mes Aynak, is not particularly threatened by decay, with the 5000-year-old site being in remarkably good shape. His prime…
The Inevitability of Student Debt
As student debt rapidly passes $1.3 trillion, it’s becoming increasingly clear that higher education in the U.S. cannot go on as it is. The costs associated with obtaining a degree…
HLA Holds Annual Taste of Latin America: Copa America
A love for one’s heritage is felt on many levels—especially when it comes to a passion for soccer. This love was reflected during the Hispano-Latino Alliance’s Taste of Latin America dinner…
60 Seconds: Current TV Binges
When not working on assignments, students like to relax while watching some shows. Students were asked what their current “binge” show is: Chris Spahn, sophomore, undecided Current binge: Steven Universe…
The 2016 Presidential Candidates on Higher Education
Hillary Clinton The cost of a college education has become a central issue in Democrat Hillary Clinton’s platform, with the candidate believing that the cost of education is holding the economy…
McDaniel Dining Part Four: Reusable Container Program?
All students struggle with packed schedules at some point or another, causing their diets to be neglected. This has brought up the prospect of implementing a reusable container program among…
Elizabeth Davis: A Student’s Guide to the World
There’s a new face in the Center for Experience and Opportunity, in a newly renamed position and relocated office: Elizabeth Davis, the Director for International & Off-Campus Programs. Davis’ journey…
Photo Essay: Dorm Life
Falling Down the Hill
The first week of my junior year was hard. Not because my classes are overwhelming, nor readjusting to Glar. It doesn’t even relate to my attempts at salvaging my neglected social life….
What’s in Store for the Free Press
Like any student organization on campus, the McDaniel Free Press undergoes various shifts between school years—for this year, we are working to implement a variety of improvements in the areas…
The Free Press Welcomes New Students
On behalf of the McDaniel Free Press, I’d like to welcome all new students to McDaniel! If you’re anything like me when I first moved in to McDaniel, then you’re…
Adjunct Faculty Votes in Favor of Union
On Tuesday, June 7, 2016, it was announced that McDaniel’s adjunct faculty had voted 82 -36 in favor of unionization with SEIU Local 500. This vote ended a process that…
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…
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…
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…
Innovation Challenge Finals
On Monday, April 11, the final judging to the Innovation Challenge took place, leaving Nicole Rutherford with the first place prize, Ryan Lutes second, and Tyler Van Dyke and Jeb…