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ANW: Albert Norman Ward Hall, an upperclassman residence hall next to the gym. Big Baker: Baker Memorial Chapel, the church that is in front of the fountain. Blackboard: An “online classroom” website where…
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Dangersauce successfully completes first show of the semester, despite limited members
Despite a significant loss in numbers since last semester, returning members of Dangersauce, McDaniel’s improv comedy troupe, banded together last Friday night to put on the first show of the year in…
IT department unveils technological updates for start of fall semester
In preparation for the arrival of returning upperclassmen, first-year students, and faculty back on the Hill this semester, the IT department has prepared a variety of technological updates on campus….
SGA releases new constitution, executive board changes
After months of reconstruction, SGA has released a new constitution which takes affect immediately. The new document showcases the organization’s new mission statement, which highlights the importance of communication and…
Free Press to partner with Contrast
The Free Press is excited to announce a new partnership with Contrast, McDaniel’s literary magazine and purveyor of the literary arts. We’ll be working closely to bring you the latest…
Mayor of Westminster addresses incoming first-year class
As first-year students continued along their busy Orientation schedule this Saturday, they unknowingly followed President Casey and his wife Robyn Allers down Main Street and into town. Many thought they…
Letter to the Editor: Making the most of college
So you’ve done it. You’re in college now. Many of you probably feel nervously excited, anxious, or perhaps gleeful about your newfound independence. A lot stands ahead in the next…
New McDaniel Local program introduces first-year students to community
Students who found themselves on campus over the summer may have noticed a group of early newcomers to the Hill this year. Their welcome intrusion comes to us courtesy of…
Multi-million dollar renovations completed in Gill Center
Following a span of construction that has lasted from the Spring 2018 Semester and throughout the summer, the 6.6 million dollar renovation of the Gill Center has finally been completed. The goal of…
SGA launches new mission, outlook, plans for fall semester
Members of the Student Government Association executive board have announced a new mission statement and organization outlook ahead of the start of the academic year. The statement reads “We, as…
President Casey is positive about widespread changes this year
McDaniel College President Roger Casey is looking forward to significant transformations that multiple areas of the institution will see beginning this school year. These sweeping changes include updates to the school’s brand,…
Letter to the Editor: A welcome from Campus Safety
Dear Students, I want to first convey a warm welcome to all of our first year students of the Class of 2022 and transfer students, and to welcome back from…
From the archives: the millennium’s first welcome issue
It is tradition here at the Free Press to kick off every school year with a welcome issue. Here’s a look at the paper’s (then called The Phoenix) welcome issue…
A welcome from the Free Press
On behalf of our editorial team and writing staff at the Free Press, we’d like to officially welcome all McDaniel students to the Fall 2018 semester! As both of us are…
Westminster’s inaugural Pride Festival boasts huge turnout
Preparing for Westminster’s Pride Festival, McDaniel senior Alex Maragos was not anticipating a large event. She packed some sunscreen and an extra water bottle, but did not plan on staying…
It’s time to pay attention to girls’ education
In poverty-stricken countries today, girls’ education needs to be addressed more seriously than it currently is. One person who is making a difference on this front is Malala Yousafzai. At…
Senior Profile: Grace Hounsou
What is your preferred name? Grace What is your major and minor? Business Administration and Accounting Economics with a minor in French What are some of the jobs you held…
Senior Profile: Tabitha Schade
What is your preferred name? Tabitha Schade What is your major and minor? Major: Environmental Studies with a Specialization in Policy and Management Minors: German, Writing, and Urban and Community…
Senior Profile: Mark Gales
What is your preferred name? Mark Gales What is your major and minor? Major: Social Work Minor: Gerontology What are some of the jobs you held while at McDaniel? I…
Senior Profile: Ben Kahn
What is your preferred name? Ben Kahn What is your major and minor? Major: Political Science: American Minor: Sociology What organizations were you a part of at McDaniel? What positions…