One of the staples of Covenant dining that students know and love is the Interaction station. Whether it is walking tacos, ramen, or wraps, Interaction provides a comforting option for students to rely on throughout the week. Having said that, this well-loved dining option would not be possible without Josh Scroggs, who runs the Interaction station.
Read moreUS Government Foreign Aid Freeze and Closing of USAID
On January 28, the Trump administration ordered a halt to all US government aid. As part of this, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) was closed down, all funding was stopped, and all but 600 of the over 10,000 staff were told to stop working and return home within 30 days. Despite the administration claiming there are waivers to continue “emergency aid” and a federal judge ruling on February 13 that the Administration must reverse its stop-work order on existing foreign aid programs, as of February 17, as reported in detail by Devex, even the waivers have had little or no effect in releasing funds for “lifesaving” activities and the administration has not responded to the judge’s order.
Read moreDead Birds Traumatize Residents of Andreas
Last semester into this semester, birds have been flying into the windows on the east side of Andreas, dying as they slam into the glass. Their bodies then sit on the pavement for days, where students are saddened as they walk by.
Read moreEkklesia on the Move
The shocking news that the beloved Founders Hall Ekklesia will be moving to Carter hit campus this past Friday. With almost nobody knowing the news prior to the email, the rumors and conversations seem endless. This article will hopefully provide a helpful perspective and cut through some of the white noise.
Read moreFlu Season at Covenant
It is a familiar feeling all students dread: waking up to an unwelcome sore throat, fever, chills; the general foreboding feeling of illness. Always at the most inconvenient times, with homework and responsibilities inevitable throughout your day, it becomes more and more impossible to envision making it to classes in these conditions…
Read moreFaithful of the Little: In Memoriam of Dr. Washburn
Dr. David A. Washburn, beloved professor of the Psychology Department, passed away on January 24 of this year. He was well-known on campus for his comical, generous and caring personality, and has left a mark on Covenant that its students will never forget.
Read moreStarbucks’ New Policy Causes a Stir
This past week, Starbucks rolled out a new policy, taking many patrons by surprise. Instead of paper and plastic cups with printed-on labels, the coffee franchise is returning to their practice of dine-in dishware and to-go cups with personalized notes.
Read moreA Letter From The Editor: Clarifications Regarding Journalistic Procedure in The Bagpipe
First and foremost, I would like to say thank you to all who read and contribute to The Bagpipe. It's fun to be out and about around campus and watch you pick up the paper and talk about it. We definitely would not be able to operate without the participation of both readers and writers alike. With that being said, I wanted to remind you all of a few things when it comes to writing for us.
Read moreThe Issues of a Century-Old Building: Leaking Pipes
From a burst pipe in the Sanderson parking lot to leaking pipes in Carter over the Tuck Shoppe, students have been noticing many issues with the plumbing here at Covenant College.
Read moreIntroducing Professor Lewin
The fall semester at Covenant not only welcomes hundreds of new students but also a handful of new professors. This school year, Lyric Lewin joined the art department as an adjunct professor, teaching Art 340 Digital Photography.
Read moreEdith Dryden: Joyful Addition to Covenant Community
“Standing alongside people to work out … what it looks like to integrate their faith in all areas of life … and what it looks like to constantly be in prayer with the Lord through thick and thin [is] what I’ve been doing for the last 20 years,” said Edith Dryden, “and to find a job where I can stand alongside women in the same way, to continue what I had been doing and to work where my husband is working—I find that very precious.”
Read moreRise of AI in the Classroom Creates Tension Between Students and Teachers
Professors across disciplines at Covenant have differing views on artificial intelligence (AI), leading to varying policies concerning its use in the classroom. Some believe there is only one right way to use AI in education while others believe it varies across subjects.
Read moreCovenant Survivor Over the Years
Four years ago, an idea sparked between a couple of freshman friends—John Greninger ’25, current student body president, and Noah Norman ’25. The two noticed that other colleges have organized games based on the popular reality tv show “Survivor,” and were interested in creating a Covenant-specific spin on the concept.
Read moreCovenant Hospitality
You might have noticed that Covenant has hosted three large-scale events this semester alone: the Southeast Regional Conference On Christianity and Literature (we all remember the lovely “hobbit” Malcolm Guite), the Worship Leader Summit, and the National Homeschool Soccer Championship Kickoff. But why has Covenant suddenly become so busy this semester? And why do we have to keep moving our cars into the far darkness of Shadowlands on regular weekdays?
Read moreSenior Rides Around Campus On An Electric Unicycle
Caleb Logan explains his reasoning behind riding a one-wheel
Read moreIntercultural Experience Discontinued
Students across campus were taken by surprise on Wednesday, October 23 when an email from Dr. Collin Messer, vice president for Academic Affairs, appeared in their mailboxes. This email announced that COR 337: Intercultural Experience, a longstanding course in the Covenant College core curriculum, is being discontinued.
Read moreAll Glory to God: The First Annual Worship Leader Summit
he weekend before fall break, Covenant College was honored to host the first annual Worship Leader Summit. This conference on October 17-19 was a time for worship leaders from all over to come to campus and hear from speakers sharing their experience in the industry. Notable guests included Keith and Kristyn Getty, Matt Boswell, Matt Papa, Wendell Kimbrough and others. As stated on the Covenant College website, it was “an educational, enriching conference for church music directors and worship leaders.”
Read moreWhat’s a Political Scientist? Introducing Covenant’s Poli Sci Department
For some majors, the name explains it all. For example, I have yet to meet a student confused as to what an art major does—the answer is simple: art. However, some fields of study are a bit more nebulous in their purpose.
Read moreCloud Club: God’s Beauty in Every Unique Cloud
Covenant College students now have a new, laid-back way to connect with nature and each other—the Cloud Club.
Read moreCC Coffee on the Fritz
A new pop-up coffee shop has opened on the Fritz in Andreas (Room 414), CC Coffee, by Charley Clark ’26. She is a transfer student who has been making coffee for herself, family and friends since her freshman year of high school which led her to want to open her own little business on campus.
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