Practical

Measuring the sample site on the Monocacy River in northern Frederick County. The object of the trip was to chart the movement of invasive "rusty" crayfish. This the the 7th year of the study in conjunction with NRS.

Setting the nets for the crayfish and beating the water.

Examining and collecting the first samples

Instructor Ron Albaugh identifying and monitoring the count

Moving to Piney Creek for samples in a tributary of the Monocacy

Piney Creek was deeper.

A found object !!

Brainy

Professor Aldan Weinberg, director of the Hood Communication Arts program,  listens as a student gives an oral presentation.

Concentration!

Students in Professor Weinberg's Senior Seminar discuss a class presentation.

Everyone has an observation, and they're all shared in this Senior Seminar.

Brainy

The drawing classes are usually quiet and solemn. One will often find students and instructors deep in concentration.

In art, students will not always agree with their teachers.

A work of art is both an individual's vision and a collaboration.

Practical

 Dr. Angela Chambers' Phys. Ed. class was outdoors on a sunny day teaching her students, including Dr. Volpe, about working with disabled children.

  Dr. Volpe dons glasses to simulate what it must be like to be blind and play a game of kickball.

The erudite President of Hood College must continue his education...funny glasses and all.

The lecture begins on how to work with the disabled.

Exciting

Before the competition, the Field Hockey team warmed up for the opening game. Despite a great effort they came up just short against Bridgewater, 3-2.

Exciting

The women's soccer team sprints across the field Saturday after defeating La Roche College 2-0 on their home field.

Brainy

Economics, chemistry and math (set)...brainy stuff for bright students.

Exciting

Tennis skills are challenging to learn. To some students, progress comes with dedication. While to others, it comes more easily.