The Blue and Grey

Adulting 101: Coping with College Therapy
2024-03-07 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Tatem 213
Adulting 101: Coping with College is a psychoeducational group therapy where undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to join one of two weekly sessions. This group runs for 8 weeks and ends in the first week of May. This group will aim to teach about coping during college and learning how to navigate changes in life as students begin to branch out on their own and build their independent lives.

There will be two weekly, hour-long sessions to choose from:

-Tuesday Cohort lead by Jason Francis, NCTC counselor intern, 4-5 pm, Tatem 213

-Thursday Cohort lead by Taylor Hahn, HCCS mental health counselor, 2-3 pm, Tatem 213

Pick the cohort that best fit your weekly schedule and access information, group connection, social support about the following topics:

-Distress tolerance and coping skills

-Navigating relationships and sexual wellness

-Mental wellness and coping strategies for stress

-Exploring goals for career, life, and general goal setting

-Balancing physical and mental health

-Understanding financial health

These groups are open, meaning that any students, undergraduate or graduate, can join at any time through the semester. The earlier you join, the more topics you can receive skills, feedback, and connection about.

For questions email counselingservices@hood.edu

If interested, please follow the link to allow clinicians to send you client documents and reminder emails:

Writing a winning resume
2024-03-07 13:00 - 14:00
Join us in the Career Center to learn how to develop your very own professional resume, to get the internships and jobs you have always wanted! Find out how you can get your resume in front of recruiters and include the details they want to know!

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) - Military Community Information Session
2024-03-07 12:45 - 14:00 | Whitaker 220
Join representatives from FINRA for a hybrid information session to learn about internship and employment opportunities open to veterans. Attend in person or online!

Whitaker 220, Whitaker Campus Center, Conference Room 220 or register in Handshake to receive the Zoom link! https://hood.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1496904

Pizza will be served while supplies last!

Overdose Response Training - Narcan
2024-03-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Library
The Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) will be in the Library to offer a short training on what to do if someone is experiencing a drug overdose. In this training the Health Department will train participants to administer Naloxone, also known as Narcan, a lifesaving intervention.

The session is for anyone at risk for overdosing on heroin or prescription pain medication AND anyone who may have an opportunity to help someone experiencing an overdose.

Research Party
2024-03-05 13:00 - 15:00
A research and writing workshop but, like, low-key, you know? Swing by the research party to work with other students in a space where you can get help when you need it. Librarians and writing tutors will be on hand to answer questions and provide help. Plus–pizza!

Herbs for Mental Health
2024-03-04 12:30 - 13:30 | Whitaker 220
Join us in Whit 220 at 12:30PM as we learn from Joi Vogin, a registered dietician with the University of Maryland Extension, about herbs that can benefit our mental health. Joi will talk about which herbs have the biggest impact on our mindset and will share recipes on how to incorporate these herbs into our diets.

Email dymek@hood.edu with any questions.

Dance Through the Decades
2024-03-04 00:30 - 01:00 | Whitaker Commons
Join us for an electrifying evening as we groove our way into the final days of Black History Month with a celebration that pays homage to the incredible influence of black music in our culture. Get ready to immerse yourself in a rhythmic journey through the rich tapestry of black musical heritage, from soulful melodies to infectious beats that have shaped generations. It’s a time to honor the trailblazing artists, the soul-stirring lyrics, and the irresistible rhythms that have captivated hearts worldwide. So, come dance, sing, and celebrate with us as we wrap up Black History Month in style, uniting in the universal language of music. Music from 1990s – 2020s.

Laser Tag
2024-03-02 17:00 - 19:00

Flag Football with Intramural Sports
2024-03-02 14:00 - 16:00
Join us as we play intramural Flag Football!

All are welcome to attend – no experience necessary.

Rain/cold weather location: Gambrill Gym

Gambrill Mountain Hike
2024-03-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Gambrill Mountain, 8346 High Knob Road, Frederick, Maryland
Join us for a hike at the beautiful Gambrill Mountain!

Meet at Whitaker Campus Center before departing. You will be asked to sign a waiver.

Please note: there must be at least 4 participants for the hike to take place. Participants MUST RSVP by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 1 to participate.

Comedy night at the MET with Student Engagement
2024-03-01 20:30 - 22:30 | Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 West Patrick Street, Frederick, Maryland
Please join Student Engagement for a Comedy Night at the MET, located in Downtown Frederick, just minutes from campus! The event will take place on Friday, March 1 at 8:30 p.m.

“With 30 years under their belts, The Comedy Pigs are the region’s longest-running improv troupe. You can see them on the first Friday and Saturday of every month for hilarious shows filled with a series of fun short-form improv games. No two shows are ever the same, so be sure to join them each and every month!”

Tickets are limited, but free for students!

Swipe Right Workshop with QSU x SPARC
2024-02-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Whitaker 220
Join the Queer Student Union and Student Peer Advocacy for Healthy Relationships and Consent in a workshop to help others build dating profiles and recognize red flags along with tips to stay safe in online dating.

Pre-Health Leap Year
2024-02-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Hodson Science and Technology, Room 235
Join Pre-Health in learning about medical advancements across past leap years and making vision boards.

Community Volunteer, Internship, and Employment Fair
2024-02-29 12:30 - 14:00 | Whitaker Campus Center
Join us for this career fair that features more than 40 nonprofit and community organizations seeking volunteers, interns, and new hires. See a complete list of participating agencies when you register in Handshake: https://hood.joinhandshake.com/edu/career_fairs/40319

Fill-A-Friend
2024-02-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Whit Commons
Come fill a stuffed animal with CAB. Be sure to RSVP!!

Blackout lounge
2024-02-24 22:00 - 23:00

Navigating Black Mental Wellness
2024-02-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Whitaker Commons
Join FSU and BSU for a night of self care activities and learning how to improve your mental health! Face masks, lip masks, food, and more!

Warehouse Cinemas Movie Night
2024-02-20 18:00 - 20:15
Join Student Engagement for a showing of Madam Web (featuring Sydney Sweeney, Dakota Johnson, Emma Roberts, and others!) at Warehouse Cinemas on Tuesday, February 20 at 6:00 p.m.!

Tickets are limited, but free for Hood students!

Public Library Card Sign-Up
2024-02-20 15:00 - 18:00
Frederick County Public library staff are coming back to our campus to help Hood students, faculty, and staff get their own public library card. With your library card you can stream movies, checkout physical books and eBooks, read online magazines, and access learning language resources. Stop by our library lobby anytime between 3pm – 6pm, have some cookies, and get your own Frederick County public library card!

Minding My Black-Owned Business
2024-02-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Whitaker Campus Center Commons and Atrium
Come out and show your support for local Black-owned businesses!! An array of vendors with a range of products and services- from beauty, to food, to art- will be set up in Whit for you to get to know and support!

Guest Speaker: COIPP
2024-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Whitaker 220
We will be hosting Shari Scher, Founder and Executive Director at COIPP, or the Children of Incarcerated Parents Partnership. She will be coming to speak about their mission and what they do.

Seeds to Roots: A Celebration of Black History and Culture
2024-02-19 18:00 - 20:00
Join Student Engagement at the Weinberg Center for the Arts as we experience the Vibrant Showcase of Youth Talent at Seed to Roots 2024!

“Get ready for an unforgettable evening of creativity, inspiration, and celebration at Frederick’s premier youth arts performance and art show. Seed to Roots is a spectacular annual event that brings together young artists from Frederick County to showcase their incredible talents. It’s a dynamic and engaging celebration of Black History and culture. Our young performers take the stage to pay homage to the rich heritage of Black history through a wide range of artistic expressions, including music, dance, visual arts, and more.”

Tickets are limited but free for students; reserve your spot today!

DnD Game Night
2024-02-16 18:30 - 22:30
Please join us for a DnD Game Night! Beginners or those absolutely new to the game are welcome to come! There is no need to bring your own character sheet, but if you wish to, we almost always play at 3rd level.

Sip 'n' Spades
2024-02-15 20:00 - 21:00 | Coblentz Seminar Room
Join BSU for a night of themed refreshments and fun games! Be ready to bring your A game for spades if you want to come out on top!

Ping Pong Tournament
2024-02-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Whitaker Ping Pong Tables
Join us for a Ping Pong Tournament in Whitaker Campus Center! No experience required.

QSU Pot A Plant For Your Boo
2024-02-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Whitaker 220
Join the Queer Student Union in planting flowers and decorating pots to give to your special someone, whether that be your girlfriend, boyfriend, partner, best friend, or Dean Johnson. We can’t wait to see you all and talk about the beauty of all types of love, Thursday, February 15th at 7pm in Whitaker 220 (Upstairs).

Tea & Talk: Stalking Safety in a Digital Age
2024-02-15 15:00 - 16:00
Drop by Whit 220 to learn about stalking safety while sipping tea and eating sweets. In this talk we’ll focus on air tags, nanny cams, webcams, social media and more.

Believe It or Not
2024-02-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Whitaker 220
Join FSU in a collaboration with the Wellness Center for a game of “Believe It or Not,” sex edition!

Mac n Cheese MANIA!
2024-02-15 12:00 - 20:00
Enjoy all of the varieties of mac & cheese you can imagine!

Visit the Dining Hall to see all of your delicious options.

For more information or with questions, please contact John Bragel, Director of Dining Services, at: bragel-john@aramark.com.

Who Knows Their Partner Best?
2024-02-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Whitaker Campus Commons, Brodbeck Dr, Frederick, Maryland, 21701, United States
Join CAB for a couples/partner Game Show Night!

Gifts for top winners!
