Art is oftentimes misunderstood, and I mean this in a couple of different ways. Art is intimately created and (sometimes) shared graciously and bravely with the world. The scrutinizing eyes of those who observe this art will often “misunderstand” what the artist was aiming for when creating. (Though it can be argued […]
Art Does Not Need Government Read Post »
This past March, Eastern University’s Friends of the Library presented the winner of the annual Jonathan Orr Essay Contest after receiving a record number of entries. This contest honors an Eastern alum named Jonathan Orr, whose family left an endowment to Friends of the Library in honor of Jonathan. Jonathan’s sister, Cynthia
Micah Skinner Earns First Place in Jonathan Orr Essay Contest Read Post »
Fiction doesn’t necessarily mean that the story is not true. It is made up, sure, but these fictional things still happen; the characters aren’t real, but their stories represent hundreds of untold stories silenced by hundreds of silenced voices. Fiction is honest—oftentimes more honest than we’re willing to be in our real lives.
The Art of Fiction Read Post »
As many are aware, the holiday season, filled with exuberance and cheer, can be socially overwhelming and, quite frankly, too much to handle for some. An Eastern University student reportedly opted for a more introvert-friendly approach and emailed out this letter to his extended family members instead of attending their annual New Year’s
The Eastern Radish: A Family Letter Read Post »
Not too long ago I read C.S. Lewis’s “The Four Loves.” I underlined passages and bracketed entire paragraphs and sticky-noted pages that moved me, paragraphs, passages and pages that were more than just words—they were new ideas and perspectives coming to life and dancing a complex waltz through my mind. The book was
Faith Focus: C.S. Lewis on Friendship Read Post »
I sat down for a conversation with Kathryn Notley, who plays Florrie in Eastern’s upcoming production of “Waiting for Lefty.” Brown: Can you give me a brief summary of the plot of the show? (No spoilers!) Notley: The show takes place in a taxi union meeting, where members are discussing what measures need to be taken
Presenting “Waiting for Lefty:” Seeking unity amidst political turmoil Read Post »
We the editors of The Waltonian would like to offer our thoughts on this 2016 presidential election. Our hope is that this statement, which is of a bipartisan nature, can provide a way forward for we who live in community at Eastern, regardless of who is elected to the presidency. What follows are
Where We Stand- The 2016 Presidential Election Read Post »
Sometimes my soul gets dusty. Worship music no longer moves me; prayers are no longer my first resort when something goes awry. Life seems to be getting busier and busier; days are laden with stress; there are emails to be sent and meetings to attend, assignments to complete, and I get so caught
An Evening of Revival at Conquer the Night Read Post »
Oct. 7 marked Eastern’s annual Fine Arts Festival, and it was an evening of celebration for students and alumni alike. Dance major Hannah Brumbach wasted no time kicking the evening off with her own choreographed dance. Claps, stomps, audible breaths and flawless tumbles and twirls were the music that began her dance, and
EU Holds Annual Fine Arts Festival- An enchanting evening Read Post »
The Eastern theater program experienced significant heartache last academic year when Jenny Tibbels resigned from her position as theater director. While her time of two years here was brief, Professor Tibbels made her mark on the pages of Eastern’s history. The theater program was far from unchanged by Tibbels’ presence and will remain
EU Theater Welcomes New Faculty Read Post »
