Athletic Director Brad Fields is excited about the new season of Eastern Athletics. “We’re coming off what some have called, our best year in history,” Fields says. Last year, 14 of Eastern’s 16 athletic teams qualified for postseason play, with six advancing to the NCAA Tournament. With solid programs in place, and impressive recruiting classes […]
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There’s nothing more exciting for a nerd, such as myself, than going back to school during an election year. Being able to engage colleagues and professors in constructive and informative discussion is the reason we’re here – to learn and grow in our beliefs. But there’s one, large hindrance that is stopping our full potential…
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With 2nd year coach Mike Wilson at the helm, a new era of cross-country competition is dawning at Eastern University. Wilson, a 2010 EU graduate, has high hopes for a program, which to this point, has largely flown under the radar. The current Eastern cross-country program was launched in 2005. Though some quality runners have
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Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove, a 2003 Eastern University graduate published his ninth book this August through Zondervan. It is entitled The Awakening of Hope: Why We Practice A Common Faith. The book focuses on the fundamentals of the Christian faith, including “why we fast” and “why we share good together.” What caused you to choose these seven
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Last month’s London Olympics could have been a lot better. Yes, we were riveted by Michael Phelps’ final showcase, as we watched him become the most decorated Olympian of all time. We were dazzled by Gabby Douglas’ golden performance in the gymnastics all-around competition and floored by Aly Raisman’s individual gold in the floor routine.
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Philadelphia is a sports hotbed, home to five storied franchises – Phillies, Eagles, Flyers, 76ers and Union. But are five teams really enough for the city’s rabid fanbase? The answer is no. Introducing, The Wings, The Fight, and The Spinners. At one time or another, all of Philadelphia’s major sports teams were new on the
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