One Last Hurrah: The Free Press Seniors
Once again, the time has come to say goodbye to another wonderful group of Free Press editors. Between the seemingly endless chain emails, doing layout long into the night, and…
Nikki Krug
Believe: Bigger than Baltimore
The McDaniel Community gathered in Baker Memorial Chapel last night, April 29, to create a space for students and faculty to reflect on the current turbulence in Baltimore and the…
With a New Clinton Campaign, Awareness of Gender Representation in Media Is Vital
With the recent announcement of Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential candidacy gaining attention in the mainstream media, it seems necessary to remind the public to be wary of media messages. Throughout…
McDaniel IPO Caters to a Global Crowd
Hill Hall’s first floor lounge was buzzing Monday evening with conversation about trips to foreign countries and taking classes in different languages, as the International Programs Office hosted a Global Café. Students…
Westminster Welcomes Habitat for Humanity Partner Families
Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County (HHCC) and the City of Westminster held a ceremony Tuesday morning to celebrate the finished construction of five homes at Union Crossing. Habitat for…
“Blank Space” Reactions Prompt Lesson in Media Literacy
We all saw it – the avalanche of news-feed clogging reactions to Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space” video. Interestingly enough, the public seems unable to reach a consensus, with some reactions…
Second Round of Fall Intramurals Underway
The grand prize is only a t-shirt, but the players who compete for it in McDaniel’s intramural sports take it very seriously. Last week in Old Gill Gym saw the…
Halloween Photo Essay
Many parts of McDaniel’s campus were decorated for Halloween. Staff and students alike dressed in costumes. Clubs sponsored events to celebrate Halloween
Halloween-y TV Shows: Witch to Watch?
This Halloween, get in the spooky spirit by watching the best of what television has to offer. Of course, you can’t go wrong with shows like The Walking Dead, American…
Creating Poetry with Film: Visiting Artist Margaret Rorison Explains Unique Techniques
Margaret Rorison, a Baltimore filmmaker with a M.F.A. from The Maryland Institute College of Art, seemed just like any other young, passionate artist as she stood in Peterson Hall before…
Inside McDaniel’s Pigeon Lab
Wondering what goes on in our pigeon lab? Did you even know we have one? Find out why it exists and how it’s used.
On a Roll: Local Baker Shares Success Story
Students are curious to see what’s going on behind the windows of the recently closed Heinz Bakery. Early-birds who used to start their mornings with a walk into town for…
McDaniel Seniors Interview
Bill Sands 1. What’s your favorite place on campus and why? Harvey Stone Park. It’s a nice private place to be alone and appreciate the beauty of Westminster. 2. What’s…
Sex on the Hill: Taking Group Work to a Whole New Level
College is a place for young people to expand their knowledge of the world as well as knowledge of their selves as individuals by being immersed in a community where…
The Return of the Queen Drag Show Succeeds Despite Obstacles
The second drag show in the history of McDaniel, hosted by Allies on April 23, got off to a rocky start. Two of the three performers arrived late and, as…
Sex on the Hill: Crushing on the Prof
Instead of paying attention to what is being written on the board, are you spending your class time daydreaming about your biology professor’s cute butt, or doodling hearts in the…
McDaniel Professor Premieres Innovative Documentary
The making of “Electric Road Trip” was half vacation, half science experiment for McDaniel’s Cinema Professor Jonathan Slade and his wife, Novia Campbell. “Electric Road Trip” is an hour long…
Spring’s Just Around the Corner: A Photo Essay
Lack of Fans at Fault For Football Losses
[Disclaimer: This article was originally published for April Fools’ Day, and it should not be interpreted as factual reporting.] After an in-depth analysis of the past few college football seasons,…
Sex on the Hill: McDaniel’s Porn Habits
Ever heard those rumors that whenever the school’s Internet slows down it’s because too many students are watching videos on those pop-up inducing porn sites? When I was told this…