Dr. Sam Overstreet: Resident medievalist, education enthusiast
Students know Dr. Sam Overstreet as a man of passion and brilliance. Teaching language and literature classes, Overstreet takes topics…
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MC Literary Corps and ‘Impressions’ present Dr. Seuss’ birthday party, entertain community through literature
On March 1, MC Literacy Corps and the “Impressions” staff teamed up to host a birthday party for Theodore Geisel,…
Movie beat: Geoff ‘Hollywood’ Bokuniewicz’s review of the Oscars
Well, as the Oscars came to a close, another year in movies came to a close, as well. It was…
Japan trip open to MC students
Maryville College students interested in Japan will have an opportunity to visit the country during spring break from March 13-23,…
No, no, Glen Coco: What not to do as a freshman on a college campus
I am a teacher’s pet. Yep. That’s right. I am one of those obnoxiously annoying people who do everything they…
MC’s annual Up ‘Til Dawn event helps St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital
On Feb. 8, Maryville College hosted the Up ‘til Dawn letter writing event in Bartlett Hall. The annual event is…
Dear Garrett : The explanation
Beginning with this issue and in future issues of the “Highland Echo,” you will be able to find this column…
Community Conversations’ panel event focuses on women in leadership positions
On Feb. 12, Maryville College hosted a panel discussion entitled “Blount County Women’s PAC – Power, Authority and Consensus in…
Feminista: A modern feminist perspective
There are tons of issues that are relevant to women’s health, both directly and indirectly. A large part of my…
Latino Student Alliance offers new ways of exploring diversity
This semester, Jose Perez and Owen Shelnutt founded the Latino Student Alliance at Maryville College. Part of the inspiration for…
A Super Bowl made in Europe
What happened two weeks ago on Sunday, Feb 3? This very simple question would seem almost stupid to ask to…
Battlegrounds: Hockey vs. soccer
Hockey by Geoff Bokuniewicz A most glorious achievement of sporting excellence! Ho, what a fantastical pinnacle reached by our roguish…
ScotsNation: Lebron James or Michael Jordan?
Whether you love or hate LeBron James, you have to appreciate and respect what he has been doing this season.…
Students ask for universal attendance policy
After a couple semesters at Maryville College, I have heard several different points of view on the treatment of academic…
Heather Jackson: a new face in the Clayton Center
A new face has arrived in the division of fine arts at Maryville College. Heather Jackson was recently named the…
Wear it now, wear it later: Transitional fashion
As we all know, East Tennessee weather is a fickle thing. In January alone, we saw snow days and 75…
Clayton Center Presents’ ‘Hamlet’ proves a success
Clayton Center Presents was able to attract a full house in their latest production of “Hamlet” by William Shakespeare in…
The buzz about Buzz Sutherland Abby Davis
On Fri., Feb. 22, comedian Buzz Sutherland will visit Maryville College for a special comedy show. Sponsored by the Student…
MC celebrates Scottish heritage at the Robert Burns Dinner
On a Fri. Feb 1, notes of bagpipes could be heard from the center of campus as students, faculty and…
New ‘Tomb Raider,’ Lara Croft character receive makeover
Since its debut in 1996 on the PlayStation and PC, the “Tomb Raider” series have seen many games and locations,…
Macklemore and Ryan Lewis provide music with meaning, break boundaries
Hip-hop duo Macklemore and Ryan Lewis may have surprised themselves with their sudden, newfound success. After entering the hip-hop industry…