The Career Center invites you to attend our Spring Career Fair on March 12 from 3-6 p.m. in Patriot Hall. This is a great opportunity to connect with employers, learn about internships and full-time opportunities and start building your professional network. We encourage you to log in to Handshake to view the full list of employers who will be attending and take some time to research the organizations you’re interested in. Being prepared can help you make a strong impression. Before the fair, stop by the Career Center to have your resume reviewed so you feel confident when speaking with employers. We hope to see you there!
Join us to hear Dr. Elisabeth Rain Kincaid from Baylor University present her talk: "Suárez contra Schmidt: The Danger of the State of Exception" The talk will be held March 12 in Laughlin Auditorium at 4 p.m.
Can a political ruler exempt himself from the law in a “state of emergency”? Is there theological warrant for the people to oppose such a ruler? Dr. Kincaid will contrast Spanish theologian Francisco Suárez, SJ, with German jurist Karl Schmidt on the topic, with application to our current moment. There will be Q & A after the lecture. Sponsored by the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) Program.
Life after athletics brings new challenges and opportunities. Join us in Knott Auditorium to hear from Mount alumni as they share their experiences transitioning from student-athletes to professionals. Our panelists will share how the mindset, work ethic and values built through sports have guided them into a new exciting chapter!
Come out and donate nonperishables and hygiene products to the Center for Service to pi faculty, staff, peers and counselors outside of the Mount Cafe.
Join us tomorrow night for Karaoke Night at the PAC from 8 p.m. to midnight in the PAC Pub area. Students are invited to stop by, sing their favorite songs, and enjoy a fun, relaxed night with friends. Whether you want to take the stage or just hang out and cheer on others, there will be plenty of music, energy and great performances throughout the night. The event is completely free, so come by anytime, request a song and enjoy a night of music and good company.
Need to make it to the grocery store or pharmacy, or want to have lunch out with friends? Want to shop at the outlets? Don’t have a car or want to save your gas? Hop on a shuttle to shop, dine and have fun with friends! Shuttles this semester will rotate weekly between Gettysburg and Thurmont. This Sunday’s shuttle is heading to Gettysburg. Shuttles run continuously from noon-5 p.m. to the outlets and Walmart at Gettysburg. Last shuttle leaves the Mount at 4 p.m. Students can pick-up the shuttle at the John Paul Plaza outside of McGowan Center. Shops at the outlets include Under Armour, Eddie Bauer, Succulent Hippie, Maurices, Old Navy, Adidas, a food court and more. The Gettysburg Walmart stop is located within walking distance to Marshall’s, Michael’s, 5 Below, Dollar Tree, Wendy’s, Aldi, Subway and more. Shuttles are first-come, first-served.
Forty Hours is an on-campus retreat experience during Lent for the entire Mount St. Mary’s community. During this period of prayer, the Eucharist is exposed for our worship through Adoration. Special Masses and devotions are celebrated for us to grow in our faith in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Blessed Sacrament. All are invited to attend as much of Forty Hours as they are able.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with creativity—and something sweet! Join us for the Shamrock Sweets Social on Tuesday, March 17, from 5-7 p.m. in the O’Hara Dining Room. All are invited to decorate and create a St. Patrick’s Day–themed cupcake or cookie. Whether you go all out with green frosting and sprinkles or keep it simple, it’s a fun way to celebrate the holiday with friends. During the event, Professor Mike Miller will also share photos and information about the Fall 2026 study abroad trip to Ireland, including details on how to register and get involved. Come for the treats, stay for the festive fun—and learn about an exciting opportunity to explore Ireland! Sponsored by the Mount Guides.
Please join us in the Knott Auditorium, where F. Gregory Gause, Ph.D., a visiting scholar at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C., and Professor Emeritus at Texas A &M University, will present “9/11 and the Origins of the American ‘War on Terror.’” Dr. Gause will analyze the causes and consequences of 9/11, explaining how the U.S. relationship with Saudi Arabia created the context for the attack and how it impacts foreign policy today. He is open to all questions about today’s Middle East. All are welcome.
Our keynote speaker for this year’s Social Justice Teach-In is Sonya S. Cronin, Ph.D., who will deliver an address entitled, "Hope and Help: The Making of Public Theology." Dr. Cronin is a lecturer at Florida State University and teaches for their International Programs in London and Florence. She founded The Carrier Pigeon Post, a nonprofit periodical that sends hope and help into prisons by means of stories and humanities education. She is the author of The Repentance of YHWH: Mark's Gospel of Universal Inclusion, published by Fortress Press. The Center for Service & Justice has been collaborating with The Carrier Pigeon Post for the past two years. A piece written by the Mount’s own Laila Jefferson, C’27, a telling of the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, was published in The Carrier Pigeon Post last autumn. Please join us for this keynote address in Laughlin Auditorium on Thursday, March 19, at 4 p.m.!
Calling all makers! Mark your calendars now. The Makers House will be hosting a Farmer's Market on Friday, May 1 from 2-5 p.m. Vendor applications are now open for all Mount students, faculty and staff, families, community members and local makers. Interested in growing your small business, or simply sharing your gifts? Big or small, now is your chance. Join us for a wonderful afternoon, get your name out there, and build meaningful connections with the community! Applications will close on April 11.
Get to know the Canvas mobile app in minutes! The Canvas app, available for iOS and Android devices, can help you stay organized and connected with all of your Mount classes. This quick overview video details how to access courses, participate in assignments and discussions, view grades, and where to get help. For support with the Canvas mobile app please contact the Center for Instructional Design and Delivery at cidd@msmary.edu or visit our office in the Knott Academic Center, Room 103.
The Human Resources and Community Engagement Office invites you to participate in our Sacred Spaces & Campus Places spring series. Upcoming events are listed below:
Seminary – March 12 at noon
Learn more about the history of this sacred space and how its classrooms and chapel prepare men for the Catholic ministerial priesthood in the Third Millennium.
Library and Archives – April 16 at noon
Explore the essential role the library plays in research innovation and academic success, complemented by exclusive access to archival collections dating from the 13th century to the present.
The National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes – May 19 at noon
Come explore the natural beauty and rich history of the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes.
Registration is now open for all remaining tours. Advanced registration is encouraged, as space may be limited: Please register using the Spring 2026 Registration Form.
Come support our Mountaineers at this week's home games:
Check out this month's ARCC and pool schedule!
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