McDaniel College unveils 58-acre environmental center in New Windsor

McDaniel College unveiled a 58-acre environmental center Thursday morning in New Windsor, about 5 miles from the college’s main campus in Westminster. The new center features 8 acres of student-run farmland, three historical residences, wetland restoration sites and an educational sign tour with information about Maryland’s Piedmont region. At the event, McDaniel President Julia Jasken announced a $2.3 million award from the state of Maryland to further develop on-campus environmental education spaces and the historic manor house at the environmental center property. Jasken said the college’s strategic plan aims to expand the college’s relationship with Carroll County, and the newly unveiled environmental center will help accomplish that objective.