McDaniel College

Dalanda Diallo of Montgomery Village (20886), a senior at McDaniel College who has both a Political Science major with a specialization in International Studies and a student-designed major in French Studies, has been awarded a U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) to study Swahili this summer. Only 10 percent of applicants for the CLS are accepted for the scholarship.

McDaniel College Theatre Arts presented "Out of Time," a devised theatre production, April 20 through April 23 at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md.

McDaniel College students performed in the College Choir Concert on Sunday, April 24, at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md. The performance was titled "Spring Renewal" and featured music from diverse locales and historical eras.

McDaniel College student Haley Arnold peforms with the Westminster Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, April 30, 3 p.m., in WMC Alumni Hall at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md. The concert is free and open to the public. The orchestra is composed of McDaniel students and music faculty, Carroll Community College students and music faculty, and community musicians. Senior music lecturer Linda Kirkpatrick directs the orchestra with Carroll Community College's Cindy Rosenberg serving as assistant director.

McDaniel College students performed in the Student Solo Recital on Friday, April 22. The recital featured a selection of vocal and instrumental soloists performing a variety of music spanning from classical to contemporary.

Joshua Arruda of Morrisville won the $5,000 top prize for first place at the McDaniel College Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge on April 21. Arruda also got $1,000 as the People's Choice winner. He is a senior accounting, economics, and business administration triple major at McDaniel. Arruda presented HiQ Basketball. HiQ Basketball is a subscription service for youth athletes, leveraging existing online platforms, to deliver Basketball IQ Training at basketball camps and to individuals.

McDaniel College sophomore Nick Foley, a communication major with an environmental studies minor, competed in the McDaniel College Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge on April 21. Foley and team member, Julia Hurlock of Elkridge, Md., presented Crooked Creations. Crooked Creations creates layered candles and pride-themed boxes to support the LGBTQIA+ community.

Laura Vonella of New Oxford won the $1,000 runner-up prize at the McDaniel College Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge on April 21. Vonella, a sophomore art-communication major with a minor in entrepreneurship at McDaniel, presented Aunt Fancy's. Aunt Fancy's sells honey and bee products, with plans to establish a physical store location.

McDaniel College junior Colin Hartlieb, a business administration major, competed in the McDaniel College Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge on April 21. Hartlieb presented Friendly Neighbor Services App. Friendly Neighbor Services is an on-demand service providing platform that connects homeowners with providers offering up to 300+ essential services like dog walking, lawn care, and snow removal.

Kiyara Fleming of Baltimore won the $1,000 Community Changer award at the McDaniel College Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge on April 21. Fleming, a sophomore sociology major at McDaniel, presented Dspence LLC. Dspence LLC creates clothing inspired by historical Black missionaries, to inspire education on Black history through fashion.

McDaniel College sophomore Julia Hurlock, a double major in marketing and business administration and a concentration in entrepreneurship, competed in the McDaniel College Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge on April 21. Hurlock and team member, Nick Foley of Robbinsville, N.J., presented Crooked Creations. Crooked Creations creates layered candles and pride-themed boxes to support the LGBTQIA+ community.

On March 27, 19 students were inducted into McDaniel College's Delta of Maryland Chapter of the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa national honor society. Founded in 1776, The Phi Beta Kappa Society is the nation's oldest academic honor society.

McDaniel College's Department of Art presents "Impressions of Individualism," the college's annual honors art exhibition, Monday, March 21-Friday, April 1, in Rice Gallery, Peterson Hall. An artists' reception will be held Thursday, March 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with artist talks beginning at 6 p.m. McDaniel students exhibiting their work are Kaylen Buschhorn, Laurel Conover, Ezerae Ham, Laura Midkiff, Liz Mince, and Leah Wilder.

Three students represented McDaniel College at the Maryland Collegiate Honors Conference held virtually on Feb. 25-26. McDaniel College Honors students Rebecca Halaney, Zach Ruggerie, and Raquel Sobczak were excited to have the opportunity to present at the conference and enjoyed hearing and learning of the stories and research from other presenters.

McDaniel College Theatre presents "Sherlock! The Musical," directed by senior adjunct lecturer in theatre arts Julie Herber. Alison Shafer serves as musical director.

McDaniel College students were chosen to participate in "Maryland Independent Higher Education Day" in Annapolis, Md., on Wednesday, Feb. 23.

McDaniel College students participated in internships during the college's January Term. Known as Jan Term, this three-week session allows students to explore new areas and expand their intellectual horizons with specially designed courses, as well as internships and independent study opportunities.

McDaniel College selects 16 students into the college's Global Fellows program. The Global Fellows program is a three-year program that is designed to enhance students' understanding of global issues, develop heightened intercultural competency and cultivate the skills and attitudes important to leading successful lives in a global context. Students earn a Global Fellow designation on their transcript upon completion of the program.

McDaniel College announces its Fall 2021 Dean's List, recognizing full-time undergraduate students for outstanding academic achievement. Highest honors are earned for a semester grade point average of 3.90 or higher, high honors for a grade point average of 3.70-3.89, and honors for a 3.50-3.69 grade point average.

Cinema majors at McDaniel College premiere original student-produced fiction and documentary digital features at the McDaniel Cinema Showcase on Thursday, Dec. 2.

McDaniel's delegation of 12 students represented both Ireland and the Netherlands and were accompanied by Christianna N. Leahy, chair of the political science and international studies department at McDaniel. The Mid-Atlantic European Union Simulation engages students in discussions and debates that are both current and topical on the European Union (EU)'s agenda. Over 100 students from colleges and universities throughout the mid-Atlantic region participate in the simulation. The topic for the conference was the European Green Deal and the students had briefings on the Green Deal, alternative energy, and Brexit.

McDaniel College student Haley Arnold peforms with the Westminster Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, Dec. 4, 3 p.m., in WMC Alumni Hall at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md. The concert is free and open to the public. The orchestra is composed of McDaniel students and music faculty, Carroll Community College students and music faculty, and community musicians. Senior music lecturer Linda Kirkpatrick directs the orchestra and Anthony Shields serves as guest concert master.

McDaniel College students perform with the McDaniel Jazz Ensemble during Jazz Night on Thursday, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m. The performance, which is free and open to the public, takes place in WMC Alumni Hall at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md. The McDaniel Jazz Ensemble will perform styles of jazz representing classic big band swing, bebop, Latin, funk, jazz-rock, and classic blues. Tim Jenkins, music lecturer, directs.

McDaniel College students perform in the winter Gospel Choir concert on Sunday, Dec. 5, 3 p.m., in WMC Alumni Hall at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Wesminster, Md. It is free and open to the public. In addition to traditional and contemporary gospel music, the program will also feature spirituals. The choir is under the direction of Shelley Ensor, with Alice Dorsey serving as accompanist.

The Student Solo Recital held on Friday, Nov. 12, at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md., featured vocal and instrumental soloists performing a variety of music.

McDaniel College students perform in the College Choir's "Music to Heal a Broken World" concert on Sunday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m., in Baker Memorial Chapel. The performance is free and open to the public. The choir is under the direction of Kyle Engler, with Peggy Brengle serving as accompanist.

McDaniel College students perform in the College Band concert on Friday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. The performance, which is free and open to the public, takes place in WMC Alumni Hall at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md. Dr. Linda Kirkpatrick directs the band, which features nearly fifty students, faculty members, band alumni, and community musicians. The band has a vast repertoire and performs everything from classical to pops.

The inaugural National Collegiate Performing Arts (NCPA) College DJ Championship has selected Kekuta Bah, a senior at McDaniel College, majoring in accounting economics and business administration, among the top 32 college DJs in the nation.

McDaniel College students perform in the Student African Drum Ensemble on Thursday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m. The performance, which is free and open to the public, takes place in the Naganna Forum, Roj Student Center at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md. The Ensembles are under the direction of McDaniel music department faculty member Pape Demba "Paco" Samb, a "Senegalese Griot," or West African historian, storyteller, singer, poet, dancer, and musician.

McDaniel College students performed in the Student Solo Recital on Friday, Nov. 5, at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md.