Acceptance of homosexuality a hurdle for Church: let’s jump it
In recent years, one of the most engrossing debates in Christianity has been whether to openly affirm homosexuality. Heated arguments, and even violence, have been the hallmark of what should…
African-American culture festival rained upon, but to be followed by reggae show
Merchants were not discouraged despite sporadic rainfall at the African American Festival on August 27 at Penns Landing in Philadelphia. African-American culture was the feature for those who visited the…
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J.R. returns as Gallup RD with high expectations
John Romanski, affectionately known as “J.R.” by most students and faculty, has once again taken the position of Resident Director for the Gallup Residence Hall. “I think it’s pretty cool…
Prof finds Nessie, obscured writers while on sabbatical in Scotland
When English professor Chris Bittenbender went to Scotland during his sabbatical last year, he expected to research the censored work of Scottish writers. Instead, he found himself doing research on…
Vans cut from fleet for safety; groups must pay for gas
The wheels on the vans go round and round; however, the numbers of wheels have been cut significantly here as Eastern has recently discontinued use of several of the university’s…
After Hurricane Katrina, finding how to help
Eastern's fundraising response just the first planned step
New missions prof experienced in field
After traveling to many different places, including Palestine, as a missionary, Eastern’s new associate professor of missions decided to try something different. Andrew Bush began serving as a missionary in…
Labor Day trips mean fun on the beach, in Philly
The Student Activity Board’s Labor Day trips proved to be a worthwhile undertaking, according to its members. On Labor Day, the SAB sponsored free trips to Ocean City, New Jersey…
Yes! And. . . article
–FYI–Recently came across your pic of me w/kids from one of this summer’s camps, and wanted to point out that the camp being pictured was not held in Chestnut Hill,…