American Red Cross Blood Drive
2024-04-02 10:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Whit Commons
American Red Cross Campus Blood Drive, Hosted by the Hood College Ionic Society

Tuesday, April 2, 2024

10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Whitaker Campus Commons

Make a difference in the lives of others by donating blood!

· Learn What to do Before, During and After Your Donation

· Eligible donors with types O, B negative or A negative blood are encouraged to make a Power Red donation at this blood drive.

· Download the Red Cross Donor App

· For additional information, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org

Please sign-up to schedule your donation here.

Tuesday Yoga (free)
2024-04-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-04-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Coffman Chapel

Athlete's Bible Study
2024-04-02 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-04-09 17:30 - 18:30 | 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!

Bracelet Making with LSU
2024-04-02 20:00 - 21:00 | Whit Commons
Show off your arts & crafts skills by joining LSU for bracelet making!

History of Caesar Salad with LSU
2024-04-02 20:00 - 21:00 | Whit Commons
Join LSU as we learn about the history of the Caesar salad! You’ll even be able to make your own!

General Bible Study
2024-04-03 16:30 - 17:30 | 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!

Pizza Tasting
2024-04-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Whit Commons
Join CAB for Pizza Tasting! Try various specialty pizzas from local restaurants!

Vegan and vegetarian options available!

Men's Bible Study
2024-04-04 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!

Pre-Health Guest Speaker
2024-04-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Hodson Science and Technology, Room 235
Pre-Health will be inviting a guest speaker to discuss matters related to internship and scholarship opportunities. Stay tuned for more details in the future.

Wear Blue Day
2024-04-05 06:00 - 18:00
Wear blue to show your support for child abuse prevention.

Prayer Fellowship
2024-04-05 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!

Summer in Prague Study Abroad Virtual Information Session
2024-04-05 10:30 - 11:30
Spend three-weeks this summer in the Writing Residency Program in Prague, Czech Republic! Open your creative mind and immerse yourself in writing in this beautiful and historic European city! Open to undergraduates and graduate students, this program includes weekly workshops, individual consultations, readings, lectures, literary walking tours, and more!

Webinar, Fri., April 5, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

QSU's Drag Bingo
2024-04-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Whit Commons
Come play bingo with the Queer Student union and try to win some of our amazing prizes, our top prize being a PS5! We will also have Drag performances by three profesional Drag Queens from ‘Absolutely Dragulous’. Please bring cash to tip our Queens! Only Hood College Students can play Bingo and win prizes.

This event will be photographed.

National Public Health Week, First-Aid Kit Building
2024-04-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Coblentz Seminar Room
Come build a first aid kit and learn about emergency preparedness.

Solar Eclipse Viewing Event
2024-04-08 14:00 - 16:30
View the Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8

Viewing begins in front of the Hodson Science Center at 2 p.m., peak eclipse will occur at 3:20 p.m.

Pick up solar glasses from the Student Life Suite (Whitaker 221) anytime before 2 p.m. on April 8th or grab a pair of glasses at Hodson.

Remember: NEVER look at the sun without proper protection (sunglasses are not sufficient)

Pickleball Game
2024-04-08 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for friendly games of Pickleball! No experience required.

Game Club Game Night
2024-04-09 06:30 - 20:30 | Rosenstock 1
Please join us for Game Club’s general meeting to play board games, card games, chess, or just to hang out! We are located in Rosenstock 1 in the basement between 6:30 and 8:30. The environment that we strive for is fun and comfortable. Feel free to come over!

SAAM Resource Fair
2024-04-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Whitaker Campus Center
The Offices of Inclusive Excellence and Title IX will be hosting the inaugural Sexual Assault Awareness Resource Fair in the Whitaker Atrium as a part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Stop by Whitaker Atrium on Tuesday, April 9, from 12:00 – 1:00, to learn more about the resources available to the Hood community both on and off campus, and to learn more about the importance of sexual assault prevention, consent, and creating a culture of respect.

General Bible Study
2024-04-10 04:30 - 17:30 | Whitaker 220

Q+A with Nursing Seniors
2024-04-10 16:30 - 18:30
A panel of seniors who are nursing students and involved in a variety of campus activities. Students can stop in to ask questions and get advice about classes, nursing practice, and program questions. Will also have the opportunity to send in questions by instagram if unable to attend in person due to classes.

Battle of the Classes
2024-04-10 20:00 - 22:00
Join CAB for Battle of the Classes. Wear your class year color (and/or dink) and compete in field day activities!

Financial Literacy -Grow Your Dough: Saving, Investing, Risk
2024-04-11 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.

Take Back the Night!
2024-04-11 18:00 - 20:30 | Whit Commons
Join SPARC and Heartly House for the annual Take back The Night! In honor of survivors of sexual assault, sexual violence, and intimate partner violence, we are gathering for a night of music, the arts, survivor stories, and community. Together we will empower each other and take back the night!

Pre-Health Study Night
2024-04-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Hodson Science and Technology, Room 235
Join Pre-Health for a relaxing study night with fellow students.

Prayer Fellowship
2024-04-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Whitaker Campus Center

Dance Ensemble's Spring Dance Concert
2024-04-12 19:30 - 20:30 | Hodson Auditorium
Hood College Dance Ensemble’s Spring Dance Concert is free and open to the public. Doors open at 7:00 and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. We gratefully accept donations. We also livestream the show on YouTube.

Gambrill Mountain Hike
2024-04-13 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, April 12 to participate.

Dance Ensemble's Spring Dance Concert
2024-04-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Hodson Auditorium
