Join us on April 14 at 4 p.m. in AC 323 for a unique guest speaker event featuring Chris Sparks, CEO at Game Overlords. Chris is recognized both nationally and internationally for transforming real-world environments into interactive learning and entertainment experiences. From designing campus-wide scavenger hunts for incoming freshmen to creating city-scale escape games, his work blends creativity, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving in a way that brings ideas to life.
During this session, Chris will share insights into his entrepreneurial journey and how he built a successful and innovative business.This is a great opportunity to learn from someone who has turned creativity into a scalable business model.
This event also counts as a Professional Development Point opportunity for Business School students, making it a valuable way to gain both inspiration and credit toward your program requirements. Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, or creative thinking, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
This TAS breaks down what it actually means to step in and help when something doesn’t feel right. Community Engagement Lead for the Heartly House Caroline Dato will talk about how to be a prosocial bystander, spot situations where someone might need support, and figure out realistic ways to respond without putting yourself at risk. We’ll talk through simple de-escalation strategies, what to say (and what not to say), and how to support someone who may have experienced harm.
French Club is hosting a crepes night event on April 15 from 5-8 p.m. in Lower McGowan. Bring some friends and come enjoy!
The Discourse Society is a campus club that discusses current political and social issues in a non-threatening, no-shouting, no interrupting, and no insults environment. The club has rules to allow free conversation for individuals who feel intimidated by social and political topics. Each week, a topic is chosen for discussion the following meeting.
Pizza will be served at this week's meeting, and club leadership chosen for next year. The discussion topic for this Tuesday's meeting is "US Military Involvement in Iran." US and Israeli forces have been directly engaged in Iran for over 6 weeks. Ceasefires have been called, but will they last? How will this war affect Gen Z? Will the military draft be reinstated? Come speak your mind at this week's meeting!
The discussion will be held Tuesday night April 14 in KAC 107 starting at 7 p.m. Interested students should contact club president Rhoda Simms at r.g.simms@email.msmary.edu.
Please note: the club is for students only. In order to keep the conversation open and free for students, faculty and others are respectfully asked not to join.
Mounts Got Talent is HERE! Join the Apartment, Powell, and Cottage Resident Assistants for an exciting campus showcase you won’t want to miss!
Ever dreamed of being on America’s Got Talent? Now’s your chance—right here at the Mount! We’re bringing the energy, creativity, and spotlight to YOU with a night dedicated to showcasing student talent. Sing, dance, perform, or share your unique skills—this is your moment to shine!
Auditions are April 15 from 8-9 p.m. in Knott Auditorium. Interested or want to learn more? Stop by and chat with us! Patriot, Tuesday, April 14, noon-2 p.m. and 5-6 p.m.
Ask questions, get the details, and sign up to participate. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something amazing—Mounts Got Talent is waiting for YOU!
The Mount Bookstore would like to thank the 267 courses (37%) that have submitted their Fall '26 course adoption materials. The deadline for Fall '26 is Wednesday, April 15 for the remaining 464 courses (63%) to submit course material information via the Adoption & Insights Portal/AIP.
The Mount Bookstore begin searching for used textbooks in May. Shortly after, we begin the digital content process. Delays in adoption submission translates to materials being delay in August. Please reach out to Michael Kotlinski, Mount Bookstore Manager (m.j.kotlinski@msmary.edu) if you have any question. I greatly appreciate everyone's assistance.
The Career Center will be hosting an Internship Questions Session THIS Thursday, April 16 from 5-6 p.m. in the Career Center Conference Room. This is a great opportunity if you have questions about:
Whether you’re just getting started or already applying, feel free to stop by, ask questions, and get personalized support. No registration is required—just come by when you can! We look forward to seeing you there.
The Center for Service & Justice, in partnership with the Seton Center, is hosting a 5K Run & Walk Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Funds raised will directly benefit the Seton Center and their work in the local community. Register to participate! If you have any questions, please email Lucia Mendez Cabello (l.g.mendezcabello@msmary.edu) or David McCarthy (dmccarth@msmary.edu). Join us on April 18 and help serve the common good in Emmitsburg!
The Center for Student Engagement has purchased tickets for students to attend a Baltimore Orioles game at their home ballpark (Oriole Park at Camden Yards). A registration fee of $15.00 is required for this event, which covers transportation and admission to the ballpark (does not include concessions or any add-ons). The bus leaves at 1:30pm and returns to campus at approximately 8:30pm.
Pre-registration is required for this event. This event is for Mount students only and the number of available spots for students is limited; students will be able to register on a first-come, first-served basis. Information about registration can be found on Mount P.E.A.K. If you have any questions about this event, please email studentengagement@msmary.edu.
The Mount Bookstore would like to thank the 110 courses (64%) that have submitted their Summer '26 course adoption materials. Through Saturday, April 11, the remaining 62 courses (36%) need to submit Summer '26 materials. Please use the Adoption & Insights Portal/AIP to submit your information. Further delays will result in materials being delayed for students. The Mount Bookstore thanks you for the assistance.
Come support our Mountaineers at this week's home games:
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