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“Dear White People”

A Satire About Being a Black Face in a White Place *Note: Spoiler Alert* The movie “Dear White People,” released Oct. 17, seemed controversial to some and honest to others. It courageously presented honest questions that addressed racism in the 21st century “Dear White People” was directed by Justin Simien. He began writing the script […]

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Abducted Philadelphia Woman Made Effort to be Found

On Nov. 2, 2014 a woman was abducted from Philadelphia. During her abduction, she used planned tactics that helped shorten the process of finding her. The 22 year-old African-American woman, Carlesha Freeland-Gaither, used strategic measures to leave a trail of evidence to make sure the authorities were able to find her. When Freeland-Gaither’s abductor, Delvin

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EU Prison Ministry Awareness Week

Campus club seeks to educate others about prison system Prison Ministry’s Awareness Week occured from Oct. 27 to Oct. 31. The club had a table advertising Angel Tree sponsorship and sold t-shirts, and also had two guest speakers share their testimonies during the week. This week was significant for the club because it was a

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Staff Spotlight: Linda Hytha

Administrative Assistant at Eastern The Administrative Assistant for the Youth Ministries, Sociology, and Missions and Anthropology departments, Linda Hytha, has been working at Eastern since 2007. Her previous work experience includes co-owning a real estate business with her husband and being a member of a family band. Hytha assists 11 professors with preparing syllabi, grading

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Eastern Library Renovations Continue

As some faculty, staff and students have noticed, construction is currently underway in the library for the purpose of supplying the two new hires with a work space. In addition, the Human Resources Department is relocating to the library as well. Two Human Resources positions began on July 1, 2014, created by Dr. Kent Sparks,

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Do Not Fear

As the semester progresses, we are probably undergoing stress from multiple factors, and as Christians, we should turn to God. Some Christians like to blame God for their stressful moments, but our faith calls us to change this perspective. Prayer and talking with God can aid in viewing stressful situations in a different light. Because

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Preventing Teenage Suicide in America

People have the power to positively or negatively transform a person’s life. It seems that the influence on some people’s lives has been more damaging than uplifting, resulting in suicides. There are 4,600 youth suicides each year among those aged 10 to 24, according to Statistic Brain. Young adults can help to prevent teenage suicide

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Dr. R. Keith Iddings Named New Provost

On April 6th Eastern University announced Dr. R. Keith Iddings as the new provost. Iddings says, “God has positioned Eastern in such a way that it can help lead Christian higher education through this period of uncertainty, and as provost I would be well positioned to help move this agenda forward through the various academic programs of

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EU Achieves 10 Years of Clean Energy

On February 28, 2014 Eastern University St. Davids campus was once again awarded membership to the Green Power Leadership Club by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “This membership has recognition that Eastern University has commitment to helping the Earth, and confirms that Eastern is being true to the statement of being responsible stewards of the

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Importance of Traveling Young

How often does a young person hear the phrase ‘Life is too short, so travel the world!’ Now is the time for students to adventure into unknown territory and experience exhilarating moments. Most students do not have major time-restricting commitments such as full-time job and providing for a family. They are free in a sense

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