Olympics: The last American unifier?
By Maggie Fipps
When was the last time everyone felt truly proud of the United States of America?
Think back to when you got goosebumps from Lee Greenwood’s classic “God Bless the USA,” not just from the excellently timed cymbal crash, but from pure pride in the red, white and blue.
The Paris Olympics, beginning in just a few months, could be a chance to regain a sense of national pride that the USA’s breakdancer could beat France in an epic battle, (yes, that is ...
A letter from Prague
By Avonlea Brown
The city of a thousand spires, the city of magic, the golden city, the mother of all cities. The guidebooks did not lie.
I arrived in Prague skeptical of all the hype I had gotten from every person I talked to about my upcoming travels. One city could not be as beautiful, peaceful and interesting as people had said. And yet here I am, sitting on the bathroom floor in my apartment at 1 a.m. so as not to wake my roommates, writing about how Prague has to be one of ...
Local Missions; Big Impacts
By Ashleigh Clark
Pictured above: In the fall of 2023, a panel discussion titled “Disability is Not A Dirty Word: Navigating Inclusivity” gave students the opportunity to hear from people andtheir families about living with disabilities. The panel also advised on how the church can help families.
Have you ever seen those adorable puppies trotting around campus? Maybe you have petted these puppies, enjoying their adorable presence. They certainly are cute additions to campus life. ...
Ballots, Battles, and Beyond: Pakistan’s 2024 Election
By Laurence Butt
In the heart of South Asia lies Pakistan, a nation of rich history, diverse cultures, and complex politics. Since its inception in 1947, Pakistan has navigated through a tumultuous journey of democracy, military rule, and political instability. Today, it stands at a critical stage, grappling with complex challenges ranging from economic woes to regional tensions, all against the backdrop of a dynamic and evolving political landscape. As the country continues to shape its ...
Cedarville students experience growth and encouragement in D.C. (D.C. Go Trip Part 2)
By Noah Tang
My trip to Washington, D.C. encouraged me in various ways and was a much-needed change of pace. Our team had been preparing for this mission trip since last semester and met weekly since January, and it did not disappoint. The Lord showed me His faithfulness in D.C., in both my life and the lives of my teammates.
I learned several significant lessons from this trip. First, believers can get along as they strive for the kingdom and glory of God together. To the best of my ...
Tastefully Roasted Is A Charming Dayton Coffee Shop
By Anna Cullins
Tastefully Roasted is a coffee shop located in Oakwood, Ohio, which is in the Dayton area. It is about a 35 minute drive from Cedarville University. The shop has numerous drinks as well as light food options available. They also sell bagged coffee for just $14.
Tastefully Roasted was founded in June of 2017, with the goal of bringing quality coffee to customers and supporting local businesses in the Dayton area. They source their products from local small businesses ...
Cedarville students witness light in a city of darkness: D.C. GO Trip Part 1
By Julia Swain
The first thing I noticed about the city of Washington D.C. is that it never stops moving– ever.
Whether it’s in a park in the heart of the city, a Starbucks, or a charming bookstore, no one stops to have a conversation, check in to see how someone is doing, or offer even the simplest wave hello.
Coming from a school where all of this is commonplace, this was a shock.
It demonstrates the darkness that is so evident in D.C., a darkness that at ...
Rare upcoming total solar eclipse garners attention
By Anna Harman
On April 8th, a rare total solar eclipse is expected to occur in Ohio. Solar eclipses occur several times a year, but a total solar eclipse only occurs about every one hundred years which is why this event excites many people
According to Dean and Senior Professor of Physics, Dr. Steve Gollmer, a solar eclipse occurs when the orbit of the moon around the earth is inclined by 5 degrees from the orbit of the earth around the sun. If the orbits were in the same ...
International Student Spotlight: Ligia Benitez-Rubio
By Jewell Strock
Ligia Benitez-Rubio is a senior marketing major from El Salvador. El Salvador is a country in Central America rich with cultural heritage, vibrant, and full of life. Benitez-Rubio’s favorite thing about El Salvador is the warm culture and relationship-oriented, hard-working, and friendly people. People value time with each other, throwing parties and events to foster friendships.
Before attending Cedarville, Benitez-Rubio attended Word of Life in Florida for a ...
Election politics impact border policy as Texas combats border crisis
By Esther Fultz
In recent years, controversy has raged over the United States’ southern border. A variety of opinions exist regarding the best policies and practices, and the debate is significant because border policy impacts the lives of migrants and their families as well as U.S. citizens.
Since President Biden took office in 2021, the federal government’s approach to the border has relaxed. As a result, the number of immigrants lacking permanent legal status in the United States ...
