What do you do when you find yourself questioning your faith? How do you respond to doubts about your core beliefs? Mike McHargue, known by his moniker “Science Mike,” has wrestled intensely with these questions. Raised in the Southern Baptist tradition, Science Mike gradually lost his faith. Unexpectedly, however, after a mystical experience […]
New Copernican Dialogues Create Safe Place for Unsafe Questions Read Post »
This June served as a promising leadership change in the Philippines with the inauguration of Rodrigo Duterte, a man who passionately spoke of eradicating the drug trafficking ring that dwindled over the country. Taking office in late June, Duterte replaced the previous leader, Benigno Aquino III. In 2010 Aquino promised to bring about
New Philippines Leadership Vows to End Drug Trafficking Read Post »
Earlier this month, Eastern announced the establishment of the Campolo Institute for Applied Research in Social Justice—or, as it is referred to in short, the Campolo Justice Institute. Social justice is already an integral part of Eastern’s mission, and the goal of the institute is to advance this part of our mission even
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As taller and more expensive buildings spring up in Philadelphia’s ever-growing grand skyline, many historians have called attention to the overlooked buildings that have withstood the growing pains of our flourishing city. The most notable of these in recent news is Peter A. B. Widener’s massive Gilded Age mansion, Lynnewood Hall.
Historic Lynnewood Hall Faces Uncertain Future Read Post »
In light of changes made by Eastern president Robert Duffett in response to the recommendations made by the Organizational Design Task Force (ODTF) last fall, many questions have arisen over how Eastern defines itself as an educational institution. In an effort to promote transparency between Eastern students, faculty and administration, Dr. Duffett agreed
President Duffett Comments on Vision for Eastern University Read Post »
In a speech during Eastern’s 2016 convocation service, Josephine Templeton announced that her family would be giving Eastern University $5 million towards the construction of a new Templeton building. Eastern will work to raise matching funds. The plan is for the new building to be built opposite Walton Hall, directly on the other
Eastern Receives Gift for New Templeton Building 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 »
