Class of 2020 Newsletter: May 11, 2020
May 11, 2020 - Dear Class of 2020, You have entered your final week as an undergraduate student and that is a monumental achievement. While it may be hard to find excitement and joy right now, please know that every department, office, professor, and staff member at McDaniel is beyond proud of each of you so we are sending you all of the virtual joy we can! Virtual Senior Week events are planned, so be sure to register for the events through the link in the Alumni Relations update!
Dear Class of 2020,
You have entered your final week as an undergraduate student and that is a monumental achievement. While it may be hard to find excitement and joy right now, please know that every department, office, professor, and staff member at McDaniel is beyond proud of each of you so we are sending you all of the virtual joy we can!
In this newsletter, you will find important information from key offices to ensure you have easy access to everything you may need to complete as your final semester winds down. Keep an eye out for more Class of 2020 newsletters with additional information and announcements for seniors.
Virtual Senior Week events are planned, so be sure to register for the events through the link in the Alumni Relations update at the end!
#McDaniel20 #GreenTerror4Life
Class of 2020 Celebration Website
Visit the Class of 2020 Celebration webpage to view the full schedule of virtual events as we recognize your achievements here on the Hill.
Also, as a proud salute to our Graduates, we will be featuring members of the Class of 2020 on the homepage of the McDaniel College website throughout the day on May 23. Please submit 1–3 images (at least 1 MB or larger jpeg) to be included in the Class of 2020 Slideshow. At least one photo should be an individual photo of you. Please note, photos should be of you and your fellow graduates ONLY. Submit photos to ocm@mcdaniel.edu by May 15 and use the subject line: 2020 Senior Slides.
From the Registrar's Office
Diplomas will be mailed out in the month of June. The address used for mailing will be the one listed on your Application for Graduation. If you need to make an adjustment to the address you listed, please notify Alysson Cruz at acruz@mcdaniel.edu.
Questions for the Registrar's Office? Please contact the office here.
From the Financial Aid Office
It's never too early to complete Exit forms for financial aid. To ensure that you receive your diploma, take a moment to complete this exit counseling via this link: https://studentaid.gov
Go to the "manage loans" tab.
Questions for the Financial Aid Office? Please contact the office here.
From the Bookstore
Students with questions about caps and gowns ordered through Herff Jones should visit: https://collegegradwarranty.herffjones.com/?event=capGownReturns
From the CEO
Are you interested in networking with highly successful alums? The CEO is partnering with Alumni Relations to create new, high-powered, digital connections for our seniors! Reach out today to Dr. Manny Ruiz and we'll make sure you're one of the first to participate.
Questions for the CEO? Please contact the office here.
From the Bursar's Office
In order to graduate, one requirement is that students have all account balances paid in full by May 8, 2020. We encourage you to view your tuition account.
Questions for the Bursar's Office? Please contact the office here.
Take your Senior Survey
As you transition to life after college, you are invited to provide feedback on your educational experience at McDaniel and share information about your post-graduation plans. Your responses will be used to help shape the experience of future McDaniel students. Please take the survey whether you have something concrete lined up or are still in the process of planning. Thanks for your help to ensure that we have 100 percent participation from the Class of 2020.
From the Alumni Relations Office
It's time to CELEBRATE! Thank you to the 75+ seniors who filled out our survey. Here is our Virtual Senior Week plan, please click HERE TO REGISTER for your events next week. Please register by Friday, May 15.
We know this doesn't replace your Senior Week perfectly, but that doesn't mean we can't take some time to celebrate together. The Alumni Relations Office will find a way to celebrate your class with a true Senior Week tradition in the future!
Remember to visit the Class of 2020 Celebration webpage to view the full schedule of virtual events as we recognize your achievements here on the Hill.
Save the date for your fall ALUMNI events:
- Alumni Association Awards Banquet - Friday, October 16
- Homecoming 2020 - Saturday, October 17
- Graduates of the Last Decade Bottomless Brunch - Saturday, October 17
Stay connected with your alma mater and fellow alumni on social media:
- McDaniel College Alumni: Facebook
- McDaniel College GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade): Facebook
- McDaniel College Alumni: LinkedIn
#GreenTerror4Life
Questions for the Alumni Office, please contact Alexandra DeJohn '08.
