Study shows increase in unprotected sexual activity during college years

Students entering college often have many different things occupying their minds, ranging from classes to making friends. According to a study by Mark Bearak at New York University, however, students might want to consider educating themselves about the potential dangers of unprotected sex. Bearak’s study found that nine percent of female college students surveyed reported… Continue reading Study shows increase in unprotected sexual activity during college years

Gyllenhaal is frighteningly good in ‘Nightcrawler’

Journalism is a crazy job, but Jake Gyllenhaal’s newest film, Nightcrawler, shows exactly what not to do when you’re a journalist. Gyllenhaal plays Louis Bloom, a man, desperate for work, who finds an interest in crime journalism on the streets of Los Angeles. As Bloom begins work as an amateur freelance cameraman, he quickly discovers… Continue reading Gyllenhaal is frighteningly good in ‘Nightcrawler’

Pope Francis on evolution: no surprises for Catholics

A recent statement by Pope Francis I has generated controversy and debate over whether the idea of evolution has a place in religion. Last Monday, speaking at the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, Pope Francis made a seemingly controversial statement that sparked lots of media buzz: he said that God is not a magician, but he… Continue reading Pope Francis on evolution: no surprises for Catholics

Alpha Delta Pi’s ‘Lionshare Week’ gives back to those in need

Alpha Delta Pi hosted its annual Lionshare Week from Monday, November 10 to Friday, November 15. The event benefited the Ronald McDonald House, an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to creating, finding and supporting programs that directly improve the health and wellbeing of children. The Ronald McDonald House is a home for families to reside in… Continue reading Alpha Delta Pi’s ‘Lionshare Week’ gives back to those in need

Schroyer prepared to lead his Skyhawks “the Martin Way”

Since the end of the 2013-14 season, one word can describe the Skyhawks men’s basketball team’s offseason, change. The biggest piece of change for the Skyhawks this season is the bringing in of a new head coach, former UNLV assistant Heath Schroyer. Schroyer is taking over a program that went 8-23 and 3-13 in the… Continue reading Schroyer prepared to lead his Skyhawks “the Martin Way”

Skyhawks to make another title run without familiar players

For Skyhawk head coach Kevin McMillan, it’s a lot more than picking up the pieces from last year and turning it into another Ohio Valley Conference championship team. In fact, when you’re missing the two biggest pieces that helped you win four straight OVC titles, hopes for a fifth look very slim.  The Skyhawks women’s… Continue reading Skyhawks to make another title run without familiar players

Column: Some life lessons learned while studying abroad

Pretty much anyone I talked to before I left to study in London this semester told me that it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, that being truly immersed in another culture cannot happen after “real life” sets in. More importantly, they offered the insight that it would be an invaluable asset to set myself apart from… Continue reading Column: Some life lessons learned while studying abroad

BCM: 75 Years of Ministry

With more than 200 active students, the Baptist College Ministry has had a reputation for providing students with a number of spiritual and emotional resources for 75 years now. BCM was originally founded in 1939 by head football coach Joe Black Hayes Sr. who named the organization the Baptist Student Union. Hayes had seen how… Continue reading BCM: 75 Years of Ministry