Black History Month at MC
In honor of Black History Month, Maryville College’s Black Student Alliance hosts various events each February. Following tradition, BSA held…
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Riley Gaul indicted on 7 counts
Editor’s Note: The following article is an updated/corrected version of an article published in the print issue of The Highland…
This Much I know is True: Black History Month, Again?!
I hate to say it, but I don’t like Black History Month. It makes me uncomfortable and it has for…
The representation of racism and slavery is questionable in modern film
It is a cruel joke noticeable in Hollywood productions that the only roles for black actors seem to be that…
Lady Scots fall in regular season finale; USA South Tournament Ahead
On Feb. 11, the Maryville College Basketball Lady Scots (21-4, 13-1) had a 14-game win streak come to an end…
Apollo Night at MC celebrates diversity on campus
The annual talent show, Apollo Night, was held in the Clayton Center for the Arts on Feb. 9. The event…
The Liberating Arts: The Liberal Arts and all that rot
John Alexander Smith, a professor of philosophy at Oxford, told students the following in 1914: “Nothing that you will learn…
MC’s Black Student Alliance is a safe haven for students of color
Maryville College’s Black Student Alliance started as an African American support group and has become the storefront of diversity on…
MC Softball Dominates the Pre-Season
The MC Scots softball team comes into the 2017 season looking to capitalize on where they left off in 2016.…
“And they were Naked and Unashamed” explores nudity, the female experience and religion
Senior art major Timela Crutcher is completing her senior project, entitled, “And they were Naked and Unashamed.” Her project is…
MC student reflects on her class trip to Switzerland
Whether you have a fear of flying, feel uncomfortable speaking a foreign language, or are simply hesitant to explore territory…
Celebrating differences this month and always
Being proud of who you are is never a bad thing. In this day and age, it can be the…
Misconduct in Hollywood may be treated differently based on race
Many of Hollywood’s biggest stars have siblings following in their footsteps, also trying to make it big. Ben Affleck—America’s worst…
W.E.B. Du Bois and his influence on education
W.E.B Du Bois is known as one of the most influential black sociologists and spokesmen for black rights in history.…
BSA’s annual Poetry Night provides comfortable outlet for student poets
Even a small stage can be a huge feat for some people, yet the atmosphere at the Black Student Alliance’s…
Juniors lead Scots baseball into season
The Maryville College baseball team prepares for their upcoming season despite new rivals. As a young team, they face this…
This Much I Know is True: To Taste and be Happy
How beautiful it is to find and eat something delicious. Tasting and eating, drinking and savoring, enjoying food in any…
Raising Hell: A Comic Series by Brandi Payne
Brandi Payne is a Junior at Maryville College studying Design. In addition to her regular coursework, Payne has developed an…
NFC Champions Atlanta Falcons prepare for Super Bowl LI
The Atlanta Falcons (12-5) have booked their ticket to Houston. In the Falcons’ last ever game in the Georgia Dome,…
New Dean of Students candidacy narrowed down to three
Since former Dean of Students Vandy Kemp announced her retirement during the fall semester of 2016, Maryville College officials have…
Students experience “Celtic Connections”
Twelve students accompanied by Dr. Lori Schmied and Dr. Paul Threadgill are currently representing Maryville College in Europe. The…