My Place
Before your first day of classes, you’ll start off with McDaniel Local, a two-day crash course that immerses you in the McDaniel community and your local surroundings in Westminster (and might even give you a chance to taste some of Maryland’s famous crab cakes). You’ll make friends, meet mentors, and form connections while pulling together with your peers to complete a meaningful service project.
Over the next four years, you’ll build on this foundation as you discover all the ways you can get the most out of your McDaniel experience
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Live like a Green Terror
There’s no place like the Hill
Because the Hill is a place that you can make all your own. For our community of diverse minds, we offer a wide variety of clubs and organizations. With over 90 to choose from, there’s something for everyone, and there’s always something going on. Play your favorite intramural sport, join a theatre or music ensemble, sharpen your leadership skills, pledge a fraternity or sorority, or get involved in service projects. No matter what you do, life at McDaniel is a 24/7 experience.
Fuel Your Climb
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Diverse Minds, Diverse Passions
The question isn’t which club you’ll join, but how many.
Students are encouraged to start their own clubs. Some of our more unique clubs include:
The Hill is Our Place
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Varsity competitor? Casual athlete? Hardcore fan? All of the above?
Faculty Athletic Mentors
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