The semester has just begun, and already I am in “rush mode.” Texts must be read; papers must be written; people must be e-mailed; meetings must be attended. So why should something as seemingly impractical and irrelevant as fine arts be important in the face of my ever-growing to-do list? I […]
Beauty, Busyness and Philly Art Read Post »
I think there is a tipping point in the world of photography where the photo goes from being a snapshot to being a picture that encapsulates not just a moment, but a generation as a whole. This is something that any photographer worth their salt is trying to captivate. You never really know the
Respecting the Art of Photography Read Post »
Lauren Murphy Editor-in-Chief Year: Senior Major/Minors: Youth Ministries/Biblical Studies and Theological Studies Words to Live By: “Life’s not a spectator sport.” –Laverne, “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” If you were a superhero, what would your power be? Flight! Or the ability to enact world peace. Jordan Kolb Managing Editor Year: Senior Major/Minor: English Lit/History Words
Meet This Year’s Waltonian Editors Read Post »
“Wenn ist das Nunstück git und Slotermeyer? Ja! Beiherhund das Oder die Flipperwaldt gersput!” You have just read the funniest joke known to mankind. It is guaranteed to make anyone die of laughter, and it has been translated into German for your safety. The joke itself was first heard in an early episode
Eastern’s music department is full of many skilled professors and students who put on numerous shows and events throughout the year to showcase and celebrate musical talent. This fall, Eastern welcomes three new directors to the music department: Derek Kostovick, Nimrod Speaks and Stephen Framil. All three have previously worked with Eastern, but
Eastern Music Ensembles Welcome New Directors Read Post »
It is 11:31 p.m. The whole room hums with the sound of seven TVs, but all eyes are on one of them. Two opponents passionately mash buttons as their onscreen fighters, Marth and Dr. Mario, furiously trade blows. Marth lands a sword strike at the exact instant it will knock Dr. Mario off
Gamers Unite! Introducing Eastern’s Smash Club Read Post »
A few short miles from Eastern University’s St. Davids Campus stands a monument to a bygone era when war came to America’s soil. The monument is not a statue, nor a plaque, but a small Welsh Baptist church. Built in 1805, the Baptist Church in the Great Valley’s meetinghouse is a fitting monument to
The Preacher in the Great Valley Read Post »
Sandy Haney, once an Eastern student herself, has returned to the community to teach as assistant professor of biblical studies. She is a wife of 15 years and the mother of two wonderful children, John and Sylvia. Her story is a testament of diligent Christian scholasticism partnered with a fervent dedication to family
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Sandy Haney Read Post »
When one reads, she opens the door to knowledge, enjoyment and comprehension. Reading allows people to learn things about the world, both tangible and abstract, that they may not be exposed to otherwise. Books allow us to learn, to feel understood and to feel as if we have been transported into a world
What’s on Your Bookshelf? Eastern faculty favorites Read Post »
Leonard “Doc” Carr Jr. passed away on Aug. 22, 2016 at the age of 52, after many years of battling brain cancer. Doc was born on April 17, 1964. He lived in Norwood, Pa., not far from Eastern’s St. Davids campus. For over 20 years he commuted to Eastern every morning for his
Remembering the Life and Legacy of Leonard “Doc” Carr Jr. (1964-2016) Read Post »
