The Blue and Grey

Community Volunteer & Internship Fair
2025-09-09 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Whitaker Campus Center401 Rosemont AvenueFrederick MD 21701

Frederick's Future: Growth by Default or Design?
2025-09-17 06:30 - 20:00 | Hodson Auditorium (Rosenstock)
Open to all Hood and Frederick community members! For more information, contact Paige Eager.

Disinformation Is Its Own Disease
2025-09-18 06:00 - 20:00 | Hodson Auditorium- Rosenstock Hall
Why has one of the most successful public health advances in history always been the subject of public objections? The film will be followed by a panel discussion with experts on vaccine technology and vaccine safety.

MD/VA Virtual Career Fair
2025-10-01 12:00 - 17:00
Online

Criminal Justice Career Fair
2025-10-02 12:30 - 14:00

Poetry Reading with Dorian Elizabeth Knapp
2025-10-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Black Box Theatre- Basement of Tatem
Dorian Elizabeth Knapp will read from her latest collection of poems, CAUSA SUI, winner of the 8th Annual Three Mile Harbor Press Poetry Prize, on Thursday, October 2 at 6:30 pm in the Black Box Theatre of Tatem Arts Center. A book signing and reception will follow in Hodson Gallery.

Fall Family Weekend- Saturday Morning Story Time
2025-10-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Beneficial-Hodson Library and Learning Commons Reading Porch
Join us for story time — open to all.

Fulbright Program, Volpe Scholar, and David Peace Project Information Session | Career Planning
2025-10-07 09:00 - 22:00
Learn about three unique funding opportunities designed to support students in unique and prestigious learning experiences. Hear from Dr. Scott Pincikowski, Hood College director of study abroad to gain information about how and when to apply.

Alumni Networking Mixer | Academic Success
2025-10-09 01:30 - 14:30
Please join us for an informal alumni networking event. An event tailored towards the life sciences and business programs will take place in the lobby of the Hodson Science Building, while an event tailored to the health and wellness programs will take place in the lobby of the Toll House Avenue building. Light hors d’ouevres and wine, and beer will be served at the events. As a current student, this event provides a valuable chance for you to meet recent Hood alums who are working in your field and build your professional network as you move towards beginning your new career. If you’re interested in attending, please confirm your attendance using the following RSVP link by October 7th. We hope to see you there!

https://hoodcollege.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eG9xhx41zq6XCuy

The Half-Life of Marie Curie
2025-10-17 07:00 - 20:00 | Hodson Auditorium – Rosenstock Hall
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In 1911, Marie Curie won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for her discovery of the elements radium and polonium. By 1912, she was the object of ruthless gossip over an alleged affair with the married Frenchman Paul Langevin. Weakened and demoralized, Marie agrees to join her friend Hertha Ayrton, an electromechanical engineer and suffragette, at Hertha’s seaside retreat on the British coast. This two-woman play revels in the power of female friendship between these two brilliant women, both of whom are mothers, widows and fearless champions of scientific inquiry.

Hodson Auditorium, Rosenstock Hall, 7 p.m.

Joint production with Ardeo Theatre Co.

Community Picnic
2025-10-18 00:30 - 13:30 | Residental Quad
Join us for a community picnic, immediately following the Inauguration.

Majors Fair | Career Planning
2025-10-23 08:45 - 10:00
Meet with faculty from all available Hood majors and minors to learn about your academic choices, where students have interned, and where they are working after graduation. Discover special experiential opportunities, including field studies and study abroad programs.

Safe Harvest
2025-10-23 12:30 - 15:30
Hosted by the Hood College chapter of the national honor society, Mortar Board, this fun event invites all student clubs and organizations to be part of a Hood Halloween tradition that invites the Frederick community to campus to trick-or-treat. Clubs and organizations can host fun games, give out candy, lead trick-or-treat tours of campus and more!

Hood College vs Mount St. Mary's Basketball
2025-10-29 07:00 - 21:00
Hood College vs Mount St. Mary’s Exhibition Game 10/29/2025 @ 7pm At Hood College Price: Free

Men's Swimming vs Lycoming College
2025-11-01 09:00 - 12:00
It’s a home game!

Keith Colston, Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs (MCIA)
2025-11-04 13:00 - 14:00
Director of Ethnic Commissions and Administrative Director Keith Colston, of the Tuscarora and Lumbee tribes, serves on the Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs (MCIA).

Hood Wind Ensemble
2025-11-05 19:30 - 20:30 | Coffman Chapel, 521 Coffman Chapel Drive, Frederick, Maryland, 21702, United States
The Hood Wind Ensemble presents “The ‘Festival’ Concert” Directed by Brian Hinkley

HOOD Talks: "Mental Health and Addiction" with Stephanie Snyder
2025-11-13 12:00 - 13:00
Part of the HOOD Talks Series: Online

This presentation highlights the critical role mental health plays in effective addiction treatment. Addiction and mental health challenges often coexist, creating a complex interplay that must be addressed holistically. I will explore how underlying issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders can fuel substance use and how untreated mental health conditions can hinder recovery. Through an integrated approach combining therapeutic modalities, medication management (when appropriate), and psychoeducation, clients are better equipped to achieve lasting sobriety. Emphasizing mental health within addiction treatment not only supports healing but also empowers individuals to rebuild meaningful, balanced lives.

Hood Choir and Chamber Singers, Fall 2025 Concert
2025-11-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Coffman Chapel 521 Coffman Chapel Drive Frederick MD 21701
End-of-semester concert of the Hood Choir and Hood Chamber Singers, directed by Prof. Lynn Staininger. Free and open to the public, no tickets required.

Orlando by Sarah Ruhl
2025-11-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Black Box Theatre- Basement of Tatem
Hood College Theatre presents Orlando. Spanning three centuries, Orlando chronicles the boisterous adventures of a young nobleman in Queen Elizabeth’s court who awakens in the middle of his life to discover he is now a she – and immortal to boot.

International Parade of Flags
2025-11-17 03:30 - 17:00
Join us for our colorful opening parade of flags, which will be on campus from Rosemont Gate to Coblentz Hall. Students, staff, faculty, and community members are invited to participate. https://hoodcollege.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9H6b11UWA4tL2ei

IEW Opening Ceremony
2025-11-17 04:30 - 17:30
The opening IEW address will include an inclusive multifaith blessing by Rev. Beth O’Malley, opening remarks by President, Dr. Ricker. For more info, contact al-dajane@hood.edu.

Optional International-Themed Meal
2025-11-17 17:00 - 18:00
Join us for an international-themed meal at Coblentz Hall to enjoy some global flavors from around the world! For more info, contact al-dajane@hood.edu. Volunteers will receive free meal tickets for this event.

Discover Hood Day
2025-11-18 12:00
-Explore 30 unique academic programs

-Learn about internships, study abroad and off-campus research

-Tour state-of-the-art learning facilities

-Meet current students and faculty

For more information visit hood.edu/visit.

IEW2025 Global Film Screening: Blizzard of Souls
2025-11-19 18:00 - 20:45
The Microbiology, Public Health, and History Film Festival presents the 2019 Latvian feature film, Blizzard of Souls. As part of the ongoing series, “From Great War to Great Flu”, we explore the lesser-known Eastern Front of World War I, 110 years after Latvia entered the war as part of the Russian ​Imperial Army. Following the film, we will explore how the Great War led to the Russian Revolution and Latvian independence before helping to sweep the 1918 influenza pandemic eastwards. The panel discussion aims to help the audience understand present-day relations between Russia and the Baltic states of Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania. Free refreshments will be provided.

International Drink Tasting & Gingerbread Making
2025-11-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Whitaker Campus Center Commons
Cozy up with CAB and hot drinks inspired from countries around the world! Decorate a gingerbread cookie, sample beverages, and enjoy the last Whit Wednesday of the fall semester.

Diwali Celebration
2025-11-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Whit Commons
Join us for this beautiful traditional Hindu festival of lights, organized by our Indian students. For info about this event, contact the International Student Office.

On-Campus Employment Workshop for International Students
2026-01-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Career Center – Apple Building
Still looking for an on-campus employment opportunity? Join us at our on-campus employment workshop on Tuesday, January 27, at 4:00 p.m. in the Career Center, Apple Building (2nd floor). You will meet the Career Center team to navigate resources and opportunities. A panel of F-1 students will share their success

stories in securing on-campus employment. Email PDSO@hood.edu if you have questions.

Virtual "Lunch & Loans" for Grad Students
2026-02-04 12:00 - 13:00
Graduate students are invited to join us on February 4 @ noon for a casual “Lunch and Loans” with our Financial Aid team to learn about upcoming changes to federal student loan programs. This session will provide timely guidance on what is expected to change on July 1, 2026, and the steps you can take now to be grandfathered into current loan benefits. The team will also answer questions and help you understand how these changes may affect your financial planning. We encourage all current graduate students to attend and come prepared with questions. Use this Zoom link or email your questions to GradDean@hood.edu.

Communication Career Fair
2026-02-05 00:30 - 14:00 | Whitaker Campus Center
You’re invited to explore internships and career opportunities at our upcoming on-campus Career Fair. This event is open to all students, no matter your major or class year. If you’re interested in communication-related careers, this is a valuable chance to connect with employers and take a step toward your goals.

To view the full list of participating employers and help us plan for your visit, please register through Handshake: https://hood.joinhandshake.com/edu/career_fairs/63369
