60 Seconds: Changes to the McDaniel Plan
On Tuesday, April 5, an email was sent out indicating that a variety of changes would be made to the McDaniel Plan. Namely, only 2 semesters of foreign language study,…
Kyle Parks
Cockroach Having Hard Time Financing His Education
There’s no doubt that college is now an expensive endeavor in the U.S. Many of us struggle to make ends meet as tuition and fees take up a great deal…
Students Raise Concerns of Alumni Purge
While it’s widely known that only a few McDaniel grads can be particularly successful, students are now looking to the institution after the disappearances of some notable alumni. “There is…
Tuition Letter and Changes Draw Ire of Students
At the beginning of Spring Break, the McDaniel student body received their annual tuition letter, detailing the rises in costs across tuition, room and board for the following semester. However,…
McDaniel’s Upcoming “Innovation Challenge”
There is a new annual challenge here on the Hill: the Innovation Challenge, a competition prompting students to pitch their original ideas for the chance to win up to $10,000…
ACC Hosts “Taste of Asia Live”
On Feb. 25, between 6 and 8 p.m., McDaniel’s Asian Community Coalition held its annual Taste of Asia Dinner. This year’s theme was “Taste of Asia Live,” an ‘Asian spinoff’ to…
I, the Political Hypocrite
Voting is perhaps the greatest symbol of a democratic government. The idea that the populace chooses its leaders is championed, especially in the U.S. with its long tradition of democracy….
McDaniel Enacts Chosen Name Policy for Spring 2016 Semester
By the time week four of the semester rolls around, most everyone feels settled in on campus once again. However, for students who wish to go by a name other…
“The True Cost” of our Clothing
When meandering through a department store, it’s easy to be taken by a yearning for its wares. For many, it can be exciting to purchase new clothing and improve one’s wardrobe. However,…
McDaniel Facts: A Humorous Guide to McDaniel
Humor is always a pleasant relief from the various stresses of college life. Students now have a source of laughter beyond joking with their friends: a humorous Facebook page named…
McDaniel Dining Part Three: Serving the McDaniel Community
McDaniel Dining Services is a project by Sodexo, a large multinational corporation headquartered in France. Students are often critical of the company for allegedly not taking the interests of McDaniel into consideration,…
McDaniel Dining Part Two: Transparency and Suggestions
Undoubtedly, Sodexo frequently falls under the fire of criticisms, but how does McDaniel Dining Service process these and try to be transparent? According to the General Manager of McDaniel Dining Services,…
McDaniel Dining Part One: Cost and Variety
Despite criticisms, Sodexo does offer a variety of food options on campus. However, these options, along with following trends, contribute to swelling costs. Rita Webster, general manager McDaniel Dining Services, says,…
Sodexo Workers Vote in Favor of Union
As many members of the McDaniel community have heard, there have been efforts among Sodexo workers on campus to join a workers union. These efforts culminated in the Nov. 5…
SmartTALK with Nupur Parekh Flynn
On Nov. 11 at 7pm, McDaniel alumna Nupur Parekh Flynn, class of 1994, returned to McDaniel for one of its SmartTALKs. Flynn was a pioneer of international studies at McDaniel. She…
Alternative Cartographies: A New Perspective on Space
On Nov. 5, McDaniel’s Rice Gallery unveiled its most recent exhibition: “Alternative Cartographies: Artists Claiming Public Space.” This exhibition explores the idea of space and map-making in a variety of…
A Push Towards Solar Energy at McDaniel
While McDaniel has been attempting to reduce its electric and water consumption, along with utilizing geothermal energy in Blanche and North Village, the institution has yet to invest in solar…
Parks Landing Takes off Close to Home
Westminster has a variety of its very own musical acts covering several genres. A new indie-pop group, Parks Landing, has formed close to home and is preparing to release its first…
Halloween on the Hill: A Photo Essay
Although not falling on a weekday this year, Halloween still provided a fun day of festivities for students and staff at McDaniel. Fun activities and the spirit of autumn added…
Ben Carson: Public Religiosity?
Among 2016 Republican candidates there has been a growing force: Dr. Ben Carson. With his agenda being highly influenced by pro-Christian stances, could he be an effective figurehead for…