Austin Hafer Staff Writer I’ve never been the type of guy to listen to a lot of country music, but recently, through my girlfriend, I was introduced to a young, up-and-coming artist who is making quite a name for herself in the country music world. It’s no wonder since, at only 16 years old, she [...]
Ben Stevens Staff Writer Have you ever seen the TV show “Future Weapons”? Did you ever think that it would be cool to be able to play with one of those rifles that can see through walls or walk around in one of those smart suits? I did, and it made me really happy when [...]
Kaelyn Pfenning News/Features Editor Dr. Don Dowless, vice president of academics, says he stays busy “overseeing the academic program.” He approves new majors, interviews potential staff and keeps the ratio of students to teachers balanced. He is also a member of the brand new appeals committee. Dr. Dowless joined North Greenville University in June 2006. [...]
Andrea Brazell Visual Arts Editor Although many students went home for the holiday weekend, Student Services planned several activities to encourage school spirit and student fellowship. The first event was the Friday night pep rally, followed by an outdoor viewing of Remember The Titans. Popcorn and soda were served as refreshments. Saturday was a nonstop, [...]
Valerie Miller Staff Writer With the arrival of fresh legs, the North Greenville cross country team is very enthusiastic about their upcoming season. Sam Ramos, freshman business administration, Matt Neese, junior broadcast media, and Amy Givens, senior early childhood education, are returning runners looking forward to a great season. The veterans are looking to improve [...]
John Lamb Staff Writer If you look at the 55 points the Crusaders accumulated alone, the thought of a record-breaking night would come to mind. Add 61 more points and that same thought would turn to unbelievable. Unbelievable is an understatement when describing the shootout that occurred between North Greenville and the University of Virginia-Wise [...]
Christy Putnam Staff Writer The Crusader volleyball team started their season on Monday, Aug. 27, with a loss to Milligan College. New head coach Lauren Axson hoped to get her squad off to a good start at home, but the Lady Crusaders were downed by Lady Buffs 3-0 (30-24, 30-27, 30-21). Maegwen Salley, senior mathematics, [...]
John Lamb Staff Writer It’s the time of year for orange slices, yellow cards and a little bit of lightning. As both the men’s and women’s soccer teams opened their 2007-08 campaigns Wednesday afternoon at Pepsi Field, Mother Nature decided to get involved in the match between the Coker College Lady Cobras (2-0) and the [...]
Cody Fields Sports Editor It’s only been six years since the catastrophic events of 9/11 rocked the foundations of civilization and forever changed the course of history. If it weren’t for increased airport security, you may not immediately recollect the disaster anymore. What happens when patriotism is a fad and citizens abandon their vigilance? For [...]
Carrie Parker Staff Writer All college students know the drill. Whether you have to fill your tank or give friends money to drive you around, everyone has given their fair share to buy gas. In the past year, gas stations have been boasting they made cleaner fuels and offered more alternatives, both of which are [...]
Monique Quarles Staff Writer What is beauty? Some might define beauty as pleasing and impressive character qualities, or an appealing physical appearance. While those two explanations might seem true for most, the question must still be asked; what exactly is beauty? I used to think that beauty was of the appearance, and later in life [...]
Theron Willis Staff Writer Some male dormitories are working without a chaplain, making it difficult for Campus Ministries to meet the spiritual needs of the 705 men living at North Greenville University. A male chaplain should be in every dormitory, but each year a shortage of male chaplains forces Campus Ministries to spread the chaplains [...]
Paul Conner Staff Writer For students who had to leave their home church, finding a new one can be a difficult process. But a church that started last spring on campus is providing students, faculty and the community with a church family they can call their own. This semester, Mud Creek Baptist Church is offering [...]