[With] regards to Christian music, there is an epidemic in which driven, poetic, didactic lyricism coupled with strong melody and musical symbolism has been traded for musical tropes and clichés that merely evoke emotion.
Read moreHow to Live in a Broken World
Over the past week I have been thinking a lot about this world God has called us to live in. As I did my heart became heavy and I felt, even to a small degree, the pain we see all around us.
Read moreYes, No, or All of the Above
You’ve probably had this experience before. You look at the first page of a test, see it’s all multiple choice, and have one of two reactions: relief, or dread.
Read moreRead Harder Covenant
As a sworn member of the illiterati, I am indignant after Prof. Huffines big reveal that the meaning of these cryptic posters around campus is that we should read more.
Read moreAn Open Letter to Bladers
If you went out to 80s Skate Night and raced competitively in roller blades, there is no glory for you.
Read moreA Senior Reflection
Although I am a sentimental person, this short article will not reflect that side of my nature; instead, what you are reading is a quick, practical assessment of my years at this institution and the ways I believe it could be bettered.
Read moreWhy Philosophers Should Write Science Fiction
I propose that the Philosophy department should add ENG 301 Creative Writing: Fiction to the core requirement for all Philosophy Majors.
Read moreCrisis Meets Art: Avocados, Mexico, and Commercials
The pauses between the action on the Super Bowl court reflect American culture and politics. As an avid avocado fan, the Super Bowl commercial about avocados from Mexico particularly caught my attention.
Read moreIt's OK for You To Care
I have struggled these past few years with deciding whether or not to classify myself as a “feminist.”
Read moreThe Height of Entitlement
On the January 13, Chaplain Lowe made a statement that students would now lose the credit for the chapel if a faculty or staff member saw them with a phone out during chapel.
Read moreAn Opinion
Why do we shy away from hard discussions as Christians? Why are we afraid for someone to have an opinion that differs from our own?
Read moreFood that Restores
I recently learned that, "the word ‘restaurant’ is a French-coined word that means: food that restores."
Read moreDear Taylor Swift
Dear Taylor Swift,
I come before you a humble fangirl, haunted by the lack of a new album to call mine.
Read moreLoud and Quiet: Depression, Anxiety, and Suicide from the Other Side's Perspective
There are so many voices that scream at us. They come from everywhere, and the negative ones usually decide to stay.
Read moreThe Grinch's Guide to Surviving Christmas
It’s okay to hate Christmas.
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