The Blue and Grey

General Bible Study
2024-03-20 16:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Whitaker 220
Join us for bible study on Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 in Whit 220! We will be studying the book of Ephesians this semester. All are welcome!

Mindful Hood - Destress Your Brain
2024-03-20 12:30 - 13:00 | Coffman Chapel
Join us every Wednesday when school is session to learn skills to calm yourself and quiet your mind. Everyone is welcome and drop-ins are encouraged!

(We use resources from MIEA, the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults, formerly Koru Mindfulness)

Student Government Association General Meeting
2024-03-19 20:00 - 21:00 | Coblentz Seminar Room
Join us at our Student Government Association General Meeting to voice your concerns and/or share your opinions about Hood. Anyone is welcome!

Remember attendance is MANDATORY for clubs requesting a budget for the following academic year!

Student Government Association General Meeting

Athlete's Bible Study
2024-03-19 17:30 - 18:03 | Coblentz Seminar Room
This is an athlete focused Bible study that will incorporate scripture readings applicable to life and life as an athlete. All students, athlete or not, are welcome!

Tuesday Yoga (FREE)
2024-03-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Coffman Chapel
Every Tuesday, bring a mat/towel and join these FREE gentle yoga classes led by Life’sWork Yoga. Classes are held from 12:00 pm to 12:50 pm in the Hood Chapel (sanctuary area). These sessions are open to Hood staff, faculty, and students, providing a rejuvenating break for our community. To secure your spot, please complete the brief registration form, as space is limited.

First Day of Spring Walk Around Campus
2024-03-19 12:00 - 12:30
March 19 is the first day of spring. Let’s go for a 30-minute walk around campus to enjoy the beauty of a new season. All are welcome!

We will meet at the fountain in front of Hodson Science at 12PM.

3v3 Basketball Tournament Game 3
2024-03-18 20:30 - 21:30 | Hood College Gambril Gym, 541 Hodson Drive, Fredrick, Maryland, 21701, United States
Welcome to the 3v3 Intramural Basketball League.

This league will consist of 3 nights of competition, playing 2-4 games a night. The championship games will be held on March 25, hosting the top 2nd and 3rd seeded teams in a double elimination format with the 1st seed playing the winner in a best of 3 series.

Here’s what you need to know:

* Each individual teammate must register on their own.

* Each team must be multi-gender – at least 1.

* Dress in athletic attire every game day.

* Report 30 mins early to check in, stretch, and shoot around.

* Games will be 10 mins in length or first one to 21 points.

* If a team does not have 4 players at the start of the game, the game will be forfeited.

* The use of profanity, racist, or sexist comments will not be tolerated.

What it means to be a social work major
2024-03-18 18:00 - 19:00
The Student Social Work Major will be honoring National Social Work Month by discussing the ins and outs of the major in a Q&A setting with current students.

Large Group Fellowship
2024-03-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Coblentz Seminar Room
Join InterVarsity each week for a time of fellowship from 5:30-6:30pm in Coblentz Seminar Room. Our time together will alternate weekly between hanging out & playing group games or sharing in a time of corporate worship & hearing from guest speakers! All students, faculty, and staff are welcome!

Alternative Spring Break 2024
2024-03-11 12:00 - 2024-03-13 16:00 | Annapolis
Travel to Maryland’s State House in Annapolis to learn how to be a more active, engaged citizen! We’ll hear from current elected officials and Hood faculty/staff to prepare for the coming election season. We’ll stay on a Kent Island estate and enjoy cooking, conversation and community time together. X credit may be available through certain courses. (Check with your professors).

Cost is $50 per person and covers food. lodging and travel. Sign up with Alyssa Taylor, Chapel GA, at20@hood.edu

Prayer Fellowship
2024-03-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Whitaker Campus Center
Join us for weekly prayer fellowship on first floor Whitaker near switchboard on Friday’s at 9am! There will be time to be in stillness, pray individually, and come together to share prayer requests and pray over one another. All students, faculty, and staff are welcome!

Modeling Club Practice Time
2024-03-07 19:00 - 20:30
Weekly Practice Times for the upcoming Spring Show

Pre-Health Guest Speaker
2024-03-07 19:00 - 20:00

QSU PowerPoint party and elections
2024-03-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Whitaker 220
Join the Queer Student Union in presenting power points and voting for the 2024-2025 executive board elections.

Financial Literacy - Debt Decisions: Managing and Getting Rid of Debt
2024-03-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Whitaker 220
In these 5 classes taught by the University of Maryland Extension, we’ll discuss money & values, tracking spending, saving and investing, paying for major purchases, credit scores, investing and more!

Classes will be held from 5-6PM on Feb 8 and 22, March 7 and 28 and April 11. Dinner will be served. Participants are asked to commit to attending most classes (4 out of the 5) to get the most benefit from the course.

Men's Bible Study
2024-03-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Whitaker Campus Center
The Men’s Bible Study is a perfect introduction for those curious about the bible or Christianity or those seeking to develop their faith. We will be walking through a fascinating study on the Gospel of John. There is no requirement to be a Christian or have any spiritual background whatsoever to join us; all are welcome! Join us to make new friends in a relaxed setting, satisfy your curiosity of who Jesus is and receive encouragement during your semester. We will be meeting on Thursdays at 5pm on the 1st floor Whit lounge area near the info desk/switchboard, and we’ll play ping pong afterwards!

Adulting 101: Coping with College Therapy
2024-03-07 14:00 - 15:00 | 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.
