How do Cedarville’s faculty and staff celebrate Thanksgiving?
by Sierra Perkinson
As the fall semester creeps to an end, both faculty and staff looked forward to the welcome rest of Thanksgiving just as much as their students did.
Associate Professor of History Dr. Robert Clark often enjoys reflecting on Thanksgiving’s origins and being reminded of the uniqueness of the often overlooked holiday.
“Thanksgiving is a unique holiday…in the national sense of holidays,” Clark said. “Even different than Christmas, which is recognized in ...
‘Playdate’ comically and confusingly conveys fatherhood
By Carly Shaner
They say people get closer in high-stakes situations; that friendships are strengthened when the stakes are heightened. Why not also use those circumstances as father-son bonding time?
“Playdate” follows Brian (Kevin James), a new stay-at-home stepdad, as he tries to connect with his son Lucas (Benjamin Pajak). They accept an invitation from another stay-at-home dad, Jeff (Alan Ritchson), and his son CJ (Banks Pierce). At said playdate, part of which is in a Chuck-E...
‘A Very Jonas Christmas Movie’ captures the laughter of Christmas
By Danielle Cherry
In this comedic Christmas movie, the Jonas Brothers portray themselves in their struggle to get home for Christmas. Through all the singing and hijinks, the brothers’ biggest obstacle is themselves and the bond that seems to be disappearing before their eyes.
Throughout the film, each brother struggles with some level of self-doubt, each stemming from popular internet knowledge. Nick is the uptight brother, Joe is the womanizer, and Kevin just wants to ...
Hiking around Cedarville draws students closer to God and others
by Megan Deets
“He [God] perfectly formed every part of creation. He pays attention to those little details, and he pays attention to those little details in our lives,” Bailey said.
Lydia Bailey, a sophomore nursing major, loves hiking because it allows her to see the beauty that God created in nature.
Bailey has enjoyed hiking with a group from Cedarville University’s King’s Kids organization that serves refugee children in the Dayton area.
She appreci...
Arts in Action: Portraits of Cedarville University’s studio painters
By Ella Lurtz
A 10-minute walk from the heart of Cedarville University’s campus, students of all majors trek to the Carnegie Center for the Visual Arts for painting foundations class. Half a dozen portraits begin to take shape on a row of canvases as students blend colorful layers of oil paint. Aaron Gosser, associate professor of studio art, makes his rounds through the studio, checking their work and giving tips to improve their technique.
An artist himself, teaching other students ...
‘Hidden Gems’ is a collection of well-performed pieces with a handful that truly shine
By Eva Tweeten
Known for his rich voice and beautiful covers of classic songs, Josh Groban delivers a new staple to his repertoire in his newest album, “Hidden Gems.” A compilation of formerly limited-edition Groban pieces and new covers, “Hidden Gems” is a natural addition to Groban’s collection.
Groban has been with his partner, Natalie McQueen, since 2022. Their relationship was made official on Valentine’s Day in 2023.
The opening track, “The Constant,” is ...
Testimony Tuesday: Living out of right fear of the Lord
By Bella Agnello
The first time Hugo Cerrato came to Cedarville University was also the first time he flew on a plane, the first time he came to the United States and the first time he left home. At 17 years old, with only two bags to his name, he watched Honduras disappear into the corner of the plane window and dreamed of what God had in store for him in the cornfields of Ohio.
There was no going back.
A junior Economics and International Studies major, Cerrato knows that every ...
‘Ballad of a Small Player’ requires audiences gamble 101 minutes for an uncertain payout
By Teagan Warren
Edward Berger, the director of “Ballad of a Small Player,” is known for other films on my watchlist including, “All Quiet on the Western Front” (2022) and “Conclave” (2024). Most recently, he presented a stunning, detailed filming style in his film adaptation of the book “The Ballad of a Small Player.”
At the time of review, this film was ranked number six in movies today on Netflix. It depicts a man who calls himself Lord Doyle as he stays in a fancy ...
Leanna Crawford opens the ‘Still Waters Tour’ in Xenia, OH with style
By Amelia Morris
You may not have heard the name Leanna Crawford, but you likely have heard her song “Still Waters.” On November 6, 2025, Crawford opened her “Still Waters Tour” with her first show at the Schneider Banquet Center in Xenia, Ohio.
Crawford is a new Christian artist best known for her hit “Still Waters,” from her album of the same name. The catchy and spiritual song features a chorus with lyrics similar to the words from Psalm 23, also known as ‘the ...
Campus Christmas: The elves behind the magic
By Bella Agnello
‘Twas the night of Campus Christmas, when all through the ‘ville, students were decorating – with cheer and with thrill.
Christmas music mixed with the sounds of laughter and conversation as the Campus Experience team transformed Cedarville University into a winter wonderland. Between Friday, Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 22 at 2:30 a.m., the team decked the halls with gift boxes, Christmas trees and the likes to usher in the holiday season.
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