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Pretty or Practical?

September 28, 2007 No Comments

The new fitness center is open, but is it worth it? By Kate Delenick Finally, the new Merritt Fitness Center is open. Come one, come all, put your best gym shorts on and head on over. However, I must warn you, be cautious. Before you head over to the beautifully built new complex you might ...

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Social injustice in Jena, LA touches McDaniel Black Student Union

September 28, 2007 No Comments

By April Christina Curley Contributor It seems as though nooses are the “in” thing, still in the 21st century. In the news, this week alone, there have been several reports of nooses being used to cause trouble and divide communities, some as close as UMCP. Most popularly is the Jena 6 case, which has been ...

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This Day in History – September 27 1980

September 28, 2007 No Comments

World Tourism Day is established! By Christine Boynton, Commentary Co-Editor In recognition of World Tourism Day, this former study abroad student highly recommends taking a trip to the Study Abroad office in Hill Hall 105. Sign up for an informational meeting with our resident Director of International and Off-Campus Study, Rose Falkner. According to Falkner, ...

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Mickey Daniel

September 28, 2007 No Comments

By Justin Harmon Hello McDaniel aka Mickey Daniel readers, this is my first article. I’m explaining how I’m going to write my article but before I do. Let me introduce myself. My name is Justin aka Backpack Jack, the kid on campus that always has a backpack on. I’m 5’11, light skinned, cute, funny, and ...

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Arch Advice

September 13, 2007 No Comments

By Megan Hearon Classes are in full-swing and assignments are quickly approaching. You’ve moved your things into your “new home” for the year. The summer may feel like a distant memory. Particularly if you are a new student, embarking on your first semester at McDaniel can bring a variety of feelings. You may be filled ...

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Stylish–What can’t you leave for college without?

September 13, 2007 No Comments

By Michelle Menner Flip flops were not the appropriate shoes to wear while climbing the three flights of stairs of Blanche Ward Hall on move-in day. Like a model strutting down the runway in platforms, I too was one false step away from a fashion disaster. A drop of sweat dripped down my forehead and ...

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Freshman Struts His Way to the Crown: Spencer Fothergill Wins Mr. McDaniel

Inside Alumni Hall, students were belting out Katy Perry’s “Firework” while screaming and cheering for freshman Spencer Fothergill as...

“Battle: Los Angeles” or why Aliens Should Have Better Military Technology

(SPOILER ALERT) I went to see “Battle: Los Angeles” Saturday night with a friend of mine, and I actually...

The Best Trip of Your Life?

What could be the best trip of your life? What could be the trip that has the perfect balance...

Why Stop Here?

The worst thing you can do in anything that you take part in is become complacent. As soon as...

Spring Break Trips

    Vacation Spot:  The Florida Keys, Bahamas and CoCo Beach Favorite Part:  Being on the beach and seeing...

Spring Fling Preview

On April 2, the Office of Student Engagement will host the annual Spring Fling. This is the first time...