Lent is upon us. With it comes an ancient tradition of sacrificing something, or in some cases, doing something, for that forty-day period that traditionally marks the days before the death of Jesus. This tradition has deep, symbolic roots in the idea that Christians can somehow particpate in Christ’s suffering and learn in just a […]

The undergraduate program at Eastern is not just for the young, but also for the young at heart, as proved by several adult students pursuing their undergraduate degrees. Three adult students gave an inside look at what it’s like to be an adult student and how Eastern meets their specific needs as someone beyond the

Several Eastern students act as P.A.s and extras in The Paradigm Shift

Refuge Dear Editor, As an alumnus, I came to Eastern University welcoming the opportunity to experience the diverse culture. Retrospectively, these experiences were invaluable, as they changed my worldview dramatically. It is apparent from reading Mr. Slaght’s op-ed that he spent very little time researching the university he chose to attend. Eastern is by no

As a Christian woman, I understand feeling unsafe in a critical world. Identifying as a subordinate in any society opens up the doors to intolerance, oppression and even hatred. To survive, one must find their place of refuge. For LGBTQ students and straight allies on Eastern’s campus, that place is Walton 1 on Monday nights

Enjoy this sweet recipe for Irish Potatoes

From clarinetist to world-changer

Playoffs. That’s all a Phillies fan could dream for this year. A painstaking 13 years away from the postseason has left Phillies fans with a parched and empty throat for anything, forget about a championship. As the temperatures turn and the familiar sounds of spring return, the Phillies are playing ball in Clearwater, Fla., preparing

Sophomore Jessie Basch has been playing lacrosse since her sophomore year in high school. She started playing because it was a “social thing.” It was because of lacrosse that she ended up at Eastern, a long way from her home in Indiana. When she first started playing at Eastern, Basch had no idea what it

“Take off your grave clothes and step into your rebirth.” This was the theme of Precious Movements’ 3rd Annual Concert on Feb. 23, which was held in the gym. This year’s theme, taken from John 11:38-44, was a collaboration of a majority of members. “This theme needed to be heard because we often forget as