New Learning Commons combines academic deans and student success coaches, Writing Center, STEM Center, and Student Accessibility and Support Services, with library and information technology resources, under a central hub. The $3.6 million renovation, which is expected to be complete for the fall 2025 semester, is supported by donors with efforts underway to secure additional funds.
Curated by Associate Professor of Communication and Cinema Robert Lemieux, "Romancing the Novel" features original cover art, manuscripts, publicity materials, genre history, and fan artwork. The exhibition runs Monday, Jan. 6-Friday, March 7, with a public reception on Thursday, Feb. 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
While McDaniel College offers a robust slate of graduate programs, students can also enroll at partner institutions to propel their undergraduate career into the graduate realm. Two recent graduates — Jani Pierre ’23 and Brennan Rouse ’23 — took the opportunity to pursue accelerated master’s degrees using the foundations they developed at McDaniel.
This fall, Assistant Professor of Sociology Ginger Berndt was named managing editor of the academic journal Sociological Forum. Here, she shares insights on her new role in publishing an academic journal. From researching, reviewing, and keeping things organized, Berndt plays a key role in helping scholars achieve their dreams of publication.
November and December are jam-packed with musical performances featuring McDaniel students, which are free and open to the public. Check out the full schedule of upcoming concerts at McDaniel College.
The McDaniel College community gathered Nov. 19 for the college’s annual Thanksgiving luncheon and to honor 62 faculty and staff who celebrated a combined 920 years of service to the college. Additionally, the three winners of the 2024 Arch Award for Exemplary Staff Service were announced.
All current 8th and 10th grade students in Carroll County are invited to enroll to participate in receiving college search support and a $100,000 scholarship to McDaniel College through Carroll County Scholars. The Carroll County Scholars program provides assistance to Carroll County students as they navigate the college search process.
Current seniors, juniors, and sophomores were recognized at the Undergraduate Awards Ceremony for earning awards for academic achievement and leadership during the 2023-24 academic year. Students were also named to prestigious academic and leadership honor societies, including Alpha Lambda Delta, Phi Beta Kappa, Omicron Delta Kappa, and Trumpeters.
McDaniel College Theatre presents “Measure for Measure,” William Shakespeare’s darkest comedy. Performances are Thursday, Nov. 21-Saturday, Nov. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre in WMC Alumni Hall. Note: the show contains adult material and is intended for mature audiences.
McDaniel College has awarded more than 100 first-year and transfer students with Educator's and Military Legacy Scholarships valued at up to $132,000, or $33,000 annually over four years. Any student who qualifies for McDaniel's Educator’s Legacy Scholarship or Military Legacy Scholarship is automatically awarded the scholarship.
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