On September 30, 1938, British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain gave a speech to the British people declaring he had achieved "peace for our time." How had he achieved this peace? He had negotiated, appeased and caved to the demands of Adolf Hitler and the Nazis at the Munich Conference.
Read morePugh Review: Top 5 Chattanooga Burger Joints
There is a beautiful moment that occurs when, after waiting in hungry suspense, you make eye contact with your waiter and realize your food is coming towards you. Your heart skips a beat as your waiter places half a pound of deliciousness in front of you. In that one moment, all is well with the world, finals are not approaching, summer jobs have been obtained, and you tear up with joy. Or is that just me?
Read moreThe Uber Accident's Impact
The New York Times reports that on the night of March 18, a self-driving car operated by Uber killed a pedestrian, forty-nine year-old Elaine Herzberg, on a public road in Tempe, Arizona. This is the first pedestrian fatality from an autonomous vehicle, sparking controversies in technological, legal, and civil circles.
Read moreA New Movement
Due to a widespread and ongoing media blitz, a movement entitled “Me Too” has come to the attention of the majority of Americans. The Me Too movement has witnessed an upswing in awareness of sexual harassment and violence in America, especially in the workplace. However, sexual abuse is not only running rampant at work; it is also an issue at home.
Read moreInterview With Covenant Graduates
Given the times we are living in, I am convinced it is important now more than ever to elevate and listen to voices of color, black women in particular. In an effort to highlight the significance of MLK Day at Covenant College in 2018, I have reached out to various black alumni voices (all of whom will remain nameless) well versed in the Covenant College experience.
Read moreMy Story is Your Story
We all have a unique story that begs not only to be told, but to share the beauty of who we are as God’s children; stories of hope and the love of God and His Beloved Son; stories we can tell to our children and their children until our story becomes theirs; stories that are eternal.
Read moreThe Heart of the Issue
With the numerous shootings that have taken place in the past few years, it is no wonder there is a large push for sterner gun control regulations. A tense debate has sprung up because of it, creating discord throughout the nation. Some people are calling for guns to be banned while others are renewing their N.R.A. memberships. Yet what is the deeper problem?
Read morePugh Review: Niedlov's
To any freshmen reading this, let me impart to you my upperclassman wisdom. Now that we are banned from panini-pressing our cookies, and popcorn chicken is a rarity, you must become more creative to get some decent food.
Read morePugh Review: Conga Latin Restaurant
After all of the delicious ethnic foods at Culture Fest, I was excited to head to Conga to get some much-needed Latin food. I have a favorite Latin restaurant in D.C., but have craved it while being in Chattanooga, sometimes to the point of making homemade pupusas in my dorm kitchen. Located on Main Street, Conga satisfies that craving and packs in the flavor.
Read moreThe Conversation about Grades, Talents, and Self-Worth
Covenant students care about their grades. This much is obvious from a single walk through campus. Students constantly discuss the next assignment, quiz, or test that is coming up or the exam they just finished grinding out. Sleep schedules slip through the cracks in between the next test and hanging out with the hall. Covenant students are motivated to great extremes. This motivation can come with costs.
Read moreSpeak for Life
Truths that one generation believes without conviction can be altogether forgotten by the next. Forty years ago, the PCA released a denominational statement saying, “Abortion clearly falls within the purview of the church's ecclesiastical responsibility to speak for God to the state.”
Read moreGod and Country
In recent social issues, the concern of a Christian’s involvement and devotion to their country has been a recurring theme. From kneeling for the National Anthem, to immigration, to refugees, it’s not uncommon to hear from fellow believers our loyalty is to God and His kingdom, not the United States.
Read moreShut it Down? The Dangers of Increasingly Polarized Parties
t seems we have reached a new low in American politics. Partisan rancor is growing as candidates and office holders seek to demonize their opponents, both fellow politicians and members of the media. Our faith in our institutions of government has been reduced to the point that even the democratic elections forming the heart of our nation are in question.
Read moreThe Crime of Sk80s
Back to the Future. Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure. Billy Joel. Bon Jovi. Ronald Reagan. What do all of these things have in common? They all belong in the 1980s. I have always loved the ‘80s. The movies, the music, the look — all of it. I grew up with parents who were my age in the ‘80s, so that culture was a part of my childhood.
Read morePugh Review - The Yellow Deli
Few places spark as much controversy and serve as delicious a sandwich as the Yellow Deli. The religious group that started this string of delis and markets around the nation (and the globe) began in our very own Chattanooga in the 1970s. They began connected to Christianity, but when churches started canceling their Sunday night services and Bible studies to watch the Super Bowl, this group broke off and formed their own more devoted religion, the Twelve Tribes. Think of it as a commune that’s a mixture of the Old Testament and hippie love and drug culture. And man, is their food good.
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