Join the Adventure Team at the zipline (Mount Pond) TODAY from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Wear sturdy sneakers or flat-soled boots. Crocs and slides are not practical or safe footwear for this activity. To be guaranteed a ride, please arrive by 5 p.m.
Join us for Bands & Brands on Friday, April 24 from 7–11 p.m. at the PAC for a night of music and fun! Come support student entrepreneurs and explore unique products from student-run businesses, including Uniquely Crafted Collection, Chalm, Sebastian’s Pop-Up, and Branded by Brooke. From custom products and fashion to teas and more, there will be something for everyone. Enjoy live music from Dance Floor Entertainment, a local Frederick cover band, grab food and drinks, and hang out with friends!
Join the Outdoor Adventures Team for the final hike of the semester to Patapsco State Park! The van will depart for McGowan at 11 a.m. and return by 5 p.m. Reserve your seat today! It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothing, proper walking shoes, and bring a backpack with snacks and water.
Need to make it to the grocery store or pharmacy, or want to have lunch out with friends? Want to shop at a huge Goodwill? 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 Thurmont. Shuttles run continuously from noon – 5 p.m. to the Weis Markets in Thurmont. 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 in Thurmont include Weis Markets, Goodwill, Los Amigos, Simple Asia, Dunkin’, Verizon, Mountain Gate, Roy Rogers and more.
The ROTC unit at the Mount is hosting a fundraising event at Los Amigos in Thurmont on Monday, April 27, from 4-10 p.m. Show up to support your fellow students by ordering anything on the menu and stating that you're there for the ROTC fundraiser to receive a $1.50 deduction off of any order.
Knead to Relax is a calming, wellness-focused event designed to help students unwind, recharge and take a break from the stresses of daily life. Featuring a mobile massage van offering quick, rejuvenating chair massages, attendees can enjoy a moment of physical relaxation in a convenient and comfortable setting. Beyond massages, the event includes a variety of de-stress activities such as coloring stations, stuffed animal making, calming music, games, and much more! Whether you’re stopping by for a quick reset or spending time engaging in relaxing activities, Knead to Relax creates a peaceful space to prioritize your well-being and leave feeling refreshed and re-centered. We will provide snacks and refreshments! Hosted by Mount Guides.
Have you ever contemplated living abroad after graduation? Learn about how you can live and work abroad from Nathaniel Bald, C'21, who taught English in Madagascar from 2021-23, and Cameron Stiles, C'20, who is currently teaching English in Austria. Hear firsthand about their experiences and challenges. Nathaniel and Cameron will also discuss how the Office of Competitive Fellowships helped them apply for the Fulbright and other awards, and how the OCF can help you do the same!
This session will take place in Phillips Library, Classroom 102. If you would like Zoom access, please mail t.m.koelzer@msmary.edu.
Denim Day is a global movement that began in Italy to raise awareness about sexual assault and support survivors. Wear jeans to show unity across campus, and join us for self-defense classes, campus resources, and a denim mural honoring survivors. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. The event will take place on April 29 from 2-4 p.m. To contribute to the mural, donate jeans at collection bins located in the MAC Lounge, lower level of the ARCC, 2nd floor Knott Academic Center, and Patriot from April 8–27!
The next workshop this semester in the Transforming the Mount professional development certificate program for employees will be MM 105: Spirituality: Cultivating Friendship with God as a Community of Faith. Facilitated by Fr. Justin Gough, it will be offered on Thursday, April 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in O’Hara Dining Room and by Zoom. This workshop counts toward the Mission and Ministry track, and is for Mount employees only.
This workshop offers an introduction to prayer and spirituality that will demonstrate that anyone can pray and enjoy friendship with God. Drawing upon the Catholic Church’s rich spiritual tradition, we will examine the Examen Prayer, methods of praying with Scripture, and devotion to Mary. Participants will also be encouraged to consider incorporating prayer in their daily life and work here at the Mount, especially with their co-workers. This session is open to everyone no matter where you may be on your spiritual journey.
Please register at least one (1) week in advance if you wish to receive a meal. You can use the same registration link to sign up for other professional development workshops offered this Spring.
Education Club is hosting a school supply drive for Emmitsburg Elementary School! From now until April 30, we will be collecting school supplies to donate. They are especially looking for ziploc bags, Kleenex, Lysol wipes, and Amazon and Walmart gift cards. Basic shool supplies, such as pencils and markers can also be donated. Drop off bins are located in the Anthony F. and Alice G. Agnone School of Education Lobby and in Patriot!
Upper-class Scholarship Opportunity – Due April 30, 2026
Current sophomores and juniors who meet the criteria below are eligible to apply for additional scholarship dollars. Multiple students will be selected. If selected, the additional scholarship amounts will range from $500 to $1,800 and are awarded for next year. Application Deadline is April 30, 2026. If you are receiving the Upper-class Scholarship this year, you must reapply to be considered for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Scholarship Criteria:
How to Apply:
Faculty reference includes an assessment of your involvement within the Mount community. You may wish to supply your faculty reference with a resume or list of activities when you send them the link. Also, give your faculty time to complete the online form.
Send questions to financialaid@msmary.edu.
Want to make Commencement great for this year’s graduating classes? Register to volunteer! Join us Saturday, May 16 (from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.), and help celebrate our students as they graduate!
Just a reminder, students who participated in Emmit's Book Pack or rented textbooks from the Mount Bookstore for the Spring '26 term: Those textbook rentals are due back to the Mount Bookstore on or before Thursday, May 14 (last day of final exams) at 4 p.m. If you have any rental textbooks from previous semesters, please bring those rentals back to the Mount Bookstore before May 1. Stop in the Mount Bookstore if you have any questions.
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